ROBOTICS & CODING Programs
Snapology’s Robotics classes teach children the basics of computer programming and engineering through interactive robotic model builds and challenges. Our Robotic enrichment series develops technology, coding, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
Robotics Classes
Robotics Programs & Coding Classes for All Ages!
Snapology provides several interactive robotics classes and coding programs for children ages 3-14 using LEGO® bricks. Students in our robotics programs learn pseudo-coding, coding, robotics and engineering principles. Using fun topics and themes, such as animals, games, space and battle machines, we offer classes that embrace children’s interest and curiosity to guide them through robotics and engineering principles. Our programs provide the best mix of fun and education for your child. In fact, most kids have so much fun in our robotics classes and coding programs, they don’t even realize how much they are learning.
Robotics for Kids Ages 3-14
Science topics are sprinkled throughout all of Snapology’s programs, but are more prevalent in our Snapology Scientists, Junior Scientists (All About Animals) and Minecraft classes. Students learn about astronomy, chemistry, physics, earth science, animal life cycles and minerals & ores among other topics in our programs. At Snapology, we make science fun!
Elementary Robotics
Isn’t it amazing how quickly kids pick up new technology? Students use laptops or iPads in many of our programs and are taught advanced technology topics in our Video Game Design, Robotics and Animation classes. From coding to stop-motion, your child will love learning about the technical world around them while creating super-cool games and movies.
Advanced Robotics
Engineering principles are covered in nearly every program Snapology offers. For a more direct study of Engineering, we offer 4 levels of Core Engineering Programs (Junior, Basic, Intermediate, Advanced), plus an Amusement Park Engineering program to teach core engineering principle through practical application and LEGO® model building.
ROBOTICS & CODING
Social and EmotionalSkills
Teamwork & Collaboration
- Dynamic roles and coordination foster teamwork skills
- Group decision making encourages negotiation and compromise
- Team planning and decision-making improve cooperation skills
Presentation Skill Development
- Explaining work encourages critical thinking and classroom confidence
- Presenting their creations enhances both everyday and classroom confidence
Explore our Robotics Classes
ROBOTICS & CODING
With many classes to choose from, your child can focus on improving their STEAM skills as they grow. Each class is designed to address a particular skill set and targets a particular age group. Our classes enhance what your child is learning in school and give them a creative way to explore. Class availability and age requirements vary by location.
SUMOBOTS | Ages 9-14 Years | Grades 4-8
The ancient art of SUMO wrestling may be fun to watch, but certainly not so easy to compete in. Not anymore! In this program, your child will design their own SUMO wrestling robot that will compete against their classmates’ bots for the title of toughest SUMO Bot. There are no limitations put onto their robot designs and they will have the opportunity to refine their robots as they compete during the program. This design process will make them better engineers, better programmers, and better collaborators. Don’t worry, they will be guided by a trained Snapologist to help them accomplish their goals as they design and battle!
Academic Enrichment Includes:- Practice with following detailed, step-by-step instructions
- Use new information to influence building or programming choices
- Practice critical thinking skills through challenges
- Explore robotics and develop computer programming skills
ROBOT OLYMPICS | Ages 9-14 Years | Grades 4-8
In Snapology's Robotic Olympics, students will build and program robots to compete in sport-themed challenges. Your child will learn both mechanical and computer programming concepts as they create robots that run races, play hockey, and much more. Students will work in groups, using LEGO® Mindstorms® EV3 and LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime technology, to complete challenges. Your child is sure to have fun as they build, learn, and play.
Academic Enrichment Includes:- Utilize strategic building methods to maximize efficiency of robots
- Practice engineering design process and problem solving strategies
- Learn programming concepts through icon based programming platform
ROBOTICS RESCUE MISSION | Ages 9-14 Years | Grades 4-8
There has been a devastating earthquake in the fictional town of Dalto, CA. Can you save the town? Students in this class will learn how to build and program an autonomous robot using LEGO® Mindstorms® EV3 technology. Their new skills will be used to solve real-world problems and help the town after a natural disaster. Students will program and modify their robot to complete challenges set up on a large game board modeled after the town of Dalto, CA. [Prior robotics experience is not necessary. Beginners are welcome.]
Academic Enrichment Includes:- Explore robotics and intermediate computer programming
- Pseudo-coding, sensor input, feedback loops, mechanics
- Practice critical thinking skills through challenges
- Problem solving and inventiveness are encouraged
ATTACKBOTS BEGINNER CODING | Ages 7-14 Years | Grades 2-8
In this exciting class, students will learn important foundational coding skills while building military inspired robots. Children will learn about sequencing commands, value and sensor inputs, and loops as they create robotic catapults, crossbows, battleships and much more!
ATTACKBOTS ROBOTICS (BATTLE ROBOTICS) | Ages 7-14 Years | Grades 2-8
In this exciting class, students will build a variety of military inspired robotic models. Children will learn about sensors, gears, pulleys, and programming as they create robotic catapults, crossbows, tanks, bomber planes and much more!
Academic Enrichment Includes:- Explore robotics and basic computer programming
- Pseudo-coding, sensor input, mechanics
- Practice critical thinking skills through challenges
- Problem solving and inventiveness are encouraged through play
MEGA MACHINES ROBOTICS | Ages 7-14 Years | Grades 2-8
In Snapology's Mega Machines class, your child will create some of their favorite motorized vehicles. Students will learn about gear ratio, sensors, pulleys, cranks, and programming as they build trucks, space rovers, helicopters, and much more. Your child is sure to have fun as they build, learn, and play.
Academic Enrichment Includes:- Learn about pseudo coding, sensor inputs, and robotics
- Learn about mechanics through pulleys, gears, and cranks
- Use engineering skills to solve challenges
GAMEBOTS BEGINNER CODING | Ages 7-14 Years | Grades 2-8
Calling all gamers! Have a blast learning how to code while building robotic games to test your code. Students will learn about sequencing commands, value and sensor inputs, and loops. Whether creating a robotic hockey player, pinball machine, or a ring toss, your child is sure to have fun building, learning, and playing.
Academic Enrichment Includes:- Learn fundamental coding skills such as sequencing and using inputs
- Develop abstract thinking skills
- Learn about mechanics through pulleys, gears, and cranks
- Use engineering skills to solve challenges
GAMEBOTS ROBOTICS | Ages 7-14 Years | Grades 2-8
Calling all gamers! Have a blast creating robotic games each week while learning about robotics. Students will learn about gear ratio, sensors, programming, and pulleys as they create fun to play games. Whether creating pinball machine, duck hunt or a ring toss game, your child is sure to have fun building, learning, and playing.
Academic Enrichment Includes:- Students will learn basic coding skills through pseudo coding
- Students will learn the basics of robotics through design and play
- Students will explore basic engineering concepts
- Students will use engineering and programming skills to develop solutions to challenges
- Students will work and play collaboratively with partners and classmates to create functional robotic games
REAL WORLD ROBOTICS | Ages 7-14 Years | Grades 2-8
In Snapology's Real World Robotics class, students interested in technology will create robotic models inspired by real life robotic technologies. Students will learn about gear ratio, sensors, simple machines, and programming as they build alarm devices, earthquake detectors, robotic arms, and much more. Your child will have a blast exploring the world of robotic technologies as they build, learn, and play.
Academic Enrichment Includes:- Investigate topics in robotic technology such as rovers and prosthetic limbs
- Learn about pseudo coding, sensor inputs, and robotics
- Learn about mechanics through pulleys, gears, and cranks
- Use engineering skills to solve challenges
ROBOPETS | Ages 4-7 Years | Grades Pre-K-2
Children will begin to explore the world of robotics as they build moving animals that teach the fundamentals of robotic design. Whether learning about animal habitats, or discovering ways that gears and pulleys create movement while building dancing birds and robotic dogs, your child is sure to have a great time.
Academic Enrichment Includes:- Explore robotics and become introduced to computer programming
- Pseudo-coding, sensor input, mechanics
- Practice critical thinking skills through challenges
- Problem solving and inventiveness are encouraged through play
KINDERBOTS | Ages 4-6 Years | Grades Pre-K-1
Children will begin to explore the world of robotics as they build simple models that teach the fundamentals of robotic design. Whether learning about sensors while building drills and magic wands, or discovering ways that gears and pulleys create movement while building helicopters and robotic dogs, your child is sure to have a great time.
Academic Enrichment Includes:- Explore robotics and become introduced to computer programming
- Pseudo-coding, sensor input, mechanics
- Practice critical thinking skills through challenges
- Problem solving and inventiveness are encouraged through play
CREATURE CREATOR ROBOTICS | Ages 7-14 Years | Grades 2-8
In Snapology's Creature Creator Robotics class, your animal lover will create their own animal inspired robotic models. Students will learn about gear ratio, sensors, simple machines, and programming as they build insects, dolphins, gorillas, and much more. Your child is sure to have a wild time as they build, learn, and play.
Academic Enrichment Includes:- Investigate topics in zoology including animal structure and habitats
- Learn about pseudo coding, sensor inputs, and robotics
- Learn about mechanics through pulleys, gears, and cranks
- Use engineering skills to solve challenges
INCREDIBLE INVENTIONS ROBOTICS | Ages 7-14 Years | Grades 2-8
Do you enjoy inventing new things? Learn about the process real inventors go through while you help design, build and program robotic models to solve problems using LEGO® bricks and robotics. Are you the next Thomas Edison? Learning is enhanced through use of laptops.
Academic Enrichment Includes:- Explore robotics and basic computer programming
- Pseudo-coding, sensor input, mechanics
- Practice critical thinking skills through challenges
- Problem solving and inventiveness are encouraged through play
SPACE WARS ROBOTICS | Ages 7-14 Years | Grades 2-8
In this Level I Robotics program, our structured robotic models are inspired by the Star Wars® films and space travel! Send your student on a space adventure full of building, programming, and imagination using LEGO® bricks and unique building instructions that you won't find anywhere else. While they build, they'll learn about space, space travel, and - of course - Star Wars®!
Academic Enrichment Includes:- Investigate topics in earth and space science
- Celestial bodies, orbits
- Explore robotics and basic computer programming
- Pseudo-coding, sensor input, mechanics
RESPONSIVE ROBOTICS using CUBELETS | Ages 6-14 Years | Grades 1-8
In this challenge-focused program, your student will begin to develop their computational thinking skills by playing with modular, robotic cubes known as Cubelets®! Imagine this - every way your student snaps the magnetic cubes together creates a unique robot, but what really matters is how they figure out the perfect robot recipe to solve a challenge. They will work in small teams to figure out how to create energy-efficient lighthouses, racer bots, maze-solvers, goofy animals, and so much more! Is your student ready to play and tinker all day with Snapology?
Academic Enrichment Includes:- Problem solving and inventiveness are encouraged through play
- Enhance teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills
BOT BUILDERS using CUBELETS | Ages 4-6 Years | Grades Pre-K-1
In this challenge-focused program, your student will begin to develop their computational thinking skills by playing with modular, robotic cubes known as Cubelets®! Imagine this - every way your student snaps the magnetic cubes together creates a unique robot, but what really matters is how they figure out the perfect robot recipe to solve a challenge. They will work in small teams to figure out how to create lighthouses, racer bots, wheelie bots, goofy animals, and so much more! Is your student ready to play and tinker all day with Snapology?
Academic Enrichment Includes:- Problem solving and inventiveness are encouraged through play
- Enhance teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills
Types of Robots ... ... So Little Time
Remote Controlled
Snapology offers several robotics classes featuring robots that are manipulated via remote control. Students enjoy building the basic robots and then modify their robots to conquer various challenges and competitions. In addition to learning robotics concepts, students apply engineering, physics and mathematical concepts during these programs.
Tethered Robots
Snapology’s most popular robotics classes feature robots tethered to a laptop computer. Students enjoy building various robots and then program their robots to complete specific tasks. Each robotics program is filled with engineering and programming challenges to keep students fully engaged. Choose from dozens of robotic themes for children ages 4-14.
Autonomous Robots
Snapology’s newest and most advanced robotics classes feature autonomous robots powered and controlled via bluetooth technology. Your child will build robotic models and use iPads and/or laptop computers to program their robots (via psuedo-code or code) to complete specific tasks. Children are encouraged to work in teams to learn & explore with their robotic models.
Exploration
It isn’t just about building a robot. It’s about understanding the robot. Our students learn the engineering behind the robots as well as how to program their robot to complete different tasks. Children are encouraged to manipulate, invent and explore in Snapology programs. After all, children’s best learning experience come from creative play.
Robot Choices
Do you like animals, medieval machanisms, games or outer space? Do you prefer more practical, real world applications? Well, we’ve got that. Snapology offers over a dozen different robotics topics and themes to choose from – each with a variety of different robots to build and program. The choice is yours!
Competition Robots
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