Ages 8+
Build it, switch it on and watch your new robot friend come to life. Tobbie is a clever STEM robot kit that gives kids the satisfaction of building their own six legged robot before discovering everything it can do.
Once assembled, Tobbie has two interactive modes to explore. In Follow Me mode, he uses his sensors to follow an object placed in front of him, a little like a robotic pet. Switch to Explore mode and Tobbie uses infrared sensors to detect obstacles, change direction and find another way forward.
Tobbie can walk and spin in different directions, with flashing eyes, sounds, movements and gestures adding plenty of personality to every adventure. Designed with the quality and attention to detail expected from 4M educational kits, it combines hands on construction, robotics and play in one rewarding STEM experience.
Why You’ll Love It
- Build your own working six legged robot for a rewarding hands on STEM project
- Two interactive modes, Follow Me and Explore, extend the fun beyond the initial build
- Infrared sensor technology allows Tobbie to detect and respond to objects and obstacles
- Encourages kids to experiment with robotics, movement and cause and effect through play
- Sound effects, flashing eyes and expressive movements give Tobbie plenty of personality
- Offers continued play after construction, rather than being a one and done building project
- A quality 4M STEM kit combining construction, technology and interactive play
Perfect For
- Kids interested in robots, technology, engineering and how things work
- School aged children ready for a more involved construction project
- Hands on learners who enjoy building, experimenting and problem solving
- STEM activities at home and engaging school holiday projects
- Birthday and Christmas gifts for curious kids who enjoy a challenge
- Building together with an adult where additional assistance is needed
Play Ideas
- Build a maze from blocks or household objects and see whether Tobbie can find his way through
- Create an obstacle course and put Explore mode to the test
- Use Follow Me mode and experiment with different objects to see how Tobbie responds
- Design different pathways and predict which direction Tobbie will take
- Set up challenges and experiment with Tobbie’s sensors, movement and reactions
Develops Skills
- Problem solving
- Logical thinking
- Fine motor skills
- Hand eye coordination
- Spatial awareness
- Following instructions
- STEM understanding
- Engineering and construction skills
- Cause and effect
- Creative thinking
Recommended Age
- Tobbie is a build it yourself robot kit and may require adult assistance during construction.
Size: 37 x 23 x 8cm