Students testing an autonomous LEGO Mindstorms EV3 robot equipped with infrared distance sensors.

Student Ages

Ages 9-11

Program Type

In Person

Class Length

60 mins

Class Size

1 teacher with 4-6 learners

Prerequisites / Who it's for

Designed for Young Robotics Engineers ages 9-11 ready to move beyond beginner robotics. Ideal for students who have completed WeDo or SPIKE Essential, or who have basic experience with robotics or coding.

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Program Overview

LEGO Mindstorms EV3 is an advanced robotics platform where students build and program real robots with motors and sensors. Students learn complex engineering concepts such as precise movement, sensor integration, and problem-solving through iterative design. This prepares students for robotics competitions like FLL and FTC.

How the curriculum progresses

Level 1 (The Brick Journey): Understand the EV3 Brick, build a first robot, and use block-based programming to control motion.

Level 2 (Brick Sensors): Use infrared, touch, and light/color sensors to navigate environments and detect objects.

Level 3 (Brick Applications): Apply variables, gyro sensors, and advanced logic to design robotic mechanisms like claws.

Level 4 (SPIKE Prime): Build and program SPIKE Prime robots that sense distance, detect colors, and perform real-world tasks.

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Ready to build something that responds to the real world?