Robotics and Automation 10, 20, 30

This kit provides a series of activities that develop spatial building skills that can be scaffolded to create a more complex creation of a working robot simulation.

Media and Formats : Kit

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Record posted/updated: June 24, 2022

R009731

LEGO Mindstorms EV3

This kit contains programmable brick, several modular sensors and hundreds of pieces and connectors that allow for the construction of one robot with various functions. It provides a block-based programming environment and includes instructions and online support. It would be suitable for Middle Years to grade 10.

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Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R009350

Arduino(2nd ed.)

This book provides an overview of Arduino and basic coding. A variety of codes are listed and each part of the code is explained. This text would be suitable for students from Middle Years to grade 10 who are new to Arduino.

Media and Formats : Book

Price : Free

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R009357

The Art of LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Programming

This book presents EV3 elements such as blocks, data wires, files, and variables, allowing the reader to create complex EV3 programs. Good programming practices are introduced, as well as useful debugging strategies. It supports the home and education editions of the EV3 Mindstorms kit. Many challenges are included that could be applied in the classroom.

Media and Formats : Book

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Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R012356

SaskCode Arduino Kit

SaskCode has assembled classroom kits of hands-on materials, such as robot car kits, Arduino starter kits and sensors, that are designed to support the teaching of robotics skills at Grades 7-12 using the Arduino computing platform. Free activities to use with the kit are available for download through Google Drive. Kits are available for sale to any school in the province, and lending kits are available for borrowing, free of charge, by teachers in schools from school divisions that are part of the Saskatoon Industry Education Council (SIEC) partnership (see the SIEC website for a list of school divisions by area). To be eligible to borrow a kit, however, a teacher must complete a professional development session linked to that kit. For more information, please visit the SIEC website - https://www.saskatooniec.ca/

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Media and Formats : Kit

Price : Free

Record posted/updated: December 7, 2021

R002853

Learn Robotics Programming: Build and Control Autonomous Robots Using Raspberry Pi 3 and Python

This resource begins with the basic structure of a robot and progresses to how to plan, build and program it. Topics discussed include: adding motors, sensors and actuators, writing code to execute various robot behaviours and adding cameras and voice communication.

Media and Formats : Book

Price : $52.83

Record posted/updated: February 28, 2024

R009312

Robot Builder's Bonanza(5th ed.)

This comprehensive resource covers the essentials of robot building, from the benefits of constructing a robot from scratch vs. using a kit, to robot brains and sensors. Other topics include: getting parts; robots from wood, plastic and metal; using DC and servo motors; robotic arms and grippers; and interacting with your robot. The book also contains a range of step-by-step project plans.

Media and Formats : Book

Price : $44.95

Record posted/updated: February 22, 2022

R010618

Tinkercad

This website allows 3D models to be constructed, modified and exported to 3D printable formats. The software can be used for 3D editing, circuit design and testing, and block coding. Along with the designing circuits and coding, this site has a simulator built into the dashboard for creating and testing circuits in an online virtual area. It also incorporates the use of an Arduino microcontroller. This site is regularly updated and can incorporate circuits and code blocks. Through this site, one can create virtual robots and test virtual codes and circuits with minimal equipment. Users must create an account which is free of charge.

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Media and Formats : Website

Price : Free

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R010520

Lynxmotion AL5D PLTW Robotic Arm Kit

This is a well-constructed kit with large enough servos to make a robust small to medium sized robotic arm with five degrees of freedom. It includes brackets, fasteners and various servos that can be assembled. The kit also has some software provided to control the robotic arm manually. The instructions for building are online only. If assembled and disassembled, some parts may wear and need to be replaced.

Media and Formats : Kit

Price : Free

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R002543

Winning Design!: LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Design Patterns for Fun and Competition(2nd ed.)

This text focuses on the full development process for making a competition robot. It provides high-level discussion of the different components of the robots and includes instructions to build an EV3 design.

Media and Formats : Book

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Record posted/updated: June 27, 2022

R002410

Arduino Starter Kit. Skill Level Beginner

This is an introductory kit for individuals new to Arduino. It provides the tools and instructions to learn the basics of the programming language of and the Arduino Uno microcontroller. The kit includes various electronic components, an LCD, Servo and Motor, Arduino Uno Board, Breadboard, jumper wires, and an instruction book. This kit is suitable for both teachers and students.

Media and Formats : Kit

Price : See publisher.

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022