Dive into the magical world of Learning Resources’ award-winning coding toys, designed to captivate young minds while fostering essential computational thinking and computer science skills.
These toys are great for introducing coding concepts to Early Years and KS1 children. They can be used alongside Beebots and in the case of the coding mice, are a cheaper alternative to BeeBots. Mastering the basics of coding will nurture critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork skills.
MagiCoders
Transform coding into a mystical adventure with Coding Critters MagiCoders Blazer the Dragon and Skye the Unicorn. These enchanting toys introduce the fundamentals of computational thinking through imaginative play. With a magical wand programmer, children can cast real coding spells, commanding MagiCoders to light up, sing, dance, and more. Each MagiCoder includes a spell book, brimming with coding wizardry for kids to master. Code the spell sequence into the wand, then beam it over to Skye or Blazer and watch them carry it out. Conquer coding challenges and help Blazer or Skye save the day with newfound skills.
Botley 2.0 the Coding Robot
Experience advanced programming with Botley 2.0, featuring object detection and If/Then programming capabilities. Use the Remote Programmer to input a sequence of up to 150 steps in six directions and watch Botley 2.0 spring into action. Engage in STEM challenges with the activity set and put Botley’s object detection function to the test. Available as just Botley the robot and as an activity set.
Code and Go Robot Mouse
Introduce primary school children to STEM with Colby, the Code & Go Robot Mouse, and his friend Jack. These screen-free coding toys are perfect for 4-year-olds and up, teaching early step coding and fostering logical and critical thinking skills. Designed for both classrooms and homes, these toys are an affordable alternative to BeeBots. Available as a single mouse and an activity set.
Other Coding Critters
Rumble and Bumble: Preschool Pals on a Coding Quest Initiate preschool coding escapades with the lovable Rumble the dinosaur and his tiny companion, Bumble. Children can program Rumble to romp around the pet playset or concoct their own captivating coding stories and challenges.
Scrambles the Fox: Join Scrambles, the ingenious motorized fox, on thrilling black-line path pursuits through the forest. The set includes a 12-page full-colour activity book and 16 tiles, allowing kids to code their critter and accomplish goals. Each escapade with Scrambles strengthens essential coding and STEM skills, from counting and ordinal numbers to sequential thought and computational thinking.
Ranger and Zip: Embark on preschool coding adventures with Ranger the dog and his mischievous puppy sidekick, Zip. Children can program Ranger to partake in entertaining games with the pet playset or create their own engaging coding narratives and challenges featuring Ranger and Zip.
Dipper the Narwhal: Like Scrambles the Fox, Dipper the Narwhal is a clever motorized pet that follows black-line paths to embark on exhilarating underwater escapades. Utilize the 12-page full-colour activity book and 16 included tiles to code your critter and achieve objectives.
Each of these toys offers an engaging, hands-on approach to teaching computational thinking and computer science concepts with early years and KS1 children. Teachers and parents alike can confidently introduce their children to the world of coding, knowing that they are investing in their child’s future success. Explore the exciting realm of coding today and inspire the next generation of problem-solvers, inventors, and innovators.
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