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Scratch Robots is an innovative educational platform designed to introduce children to the world of robotics and coding.

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Getting Started

  • Age Range: This program is designed for upper middle school and high school students, typically ages 11-18.
  • Experience Level: The curriculum progresses from beginner-friendly projects to advanced AI robotics, making it suitable for students with varying experience levels.

  • Weekly Commitment: Students should plan to spend approximately 3-4 hours per week working on their monthly projects.
  • Activities Include: Following video tutorials, building, testing, and troubleshooting their robots.

  • Flexible Pace: Students can work at their own pace. While projects are designed to be completed within a month, you can take additional time if needed.
  • Support Available: Our weekly remote support sessions can help if you're stuck on any aspect of a project.

  • No Experience Required: No prior experience is required!
  • Progressive Learning: Our Spark & Circuit foundational semester starts with the absolute basics and builds skills progressively. Students will learn everything they need as they go.

Curriculum & Projects

  • Spark & Circuit (Months 1-6): Foundational electronics projects like alarm clocks and LED games
  • Mechanize & Mobilize (Months 7-12): Intermediate robotics with moving parts like robotic arms and RC vehicles
  • Perceive & Predict (Months 13-18): Advanced AI-powered robots using computer vision and voice interaction
  • Synthesize & Innovate: Custom, multi-month advanced projects for graduates

Each kit includes all necessary hardware components, sensors, microcontrollers, and materials needed to complete that month's project. You'll also receive detailed instructions and access to our online learning portal with video tutorials.

All projects are designed to be fully functional devices that students can actually use! Examples include working alarm clocks, playable games, and practical robots with real-world applications.

Students keep all their completed projects. Many components can be reused in future builds, and we encourage students to modify and enhance their earlier creations as they learn new skills.

Pricing & Subscription

Please check our pricing page for detailed information on the cost of each level.

Yes! You can choose to pay month-to-month or pay for an entire 6-month semester upfront. Contact us for semester pricing details.

Absolutely. You can cancel your subscription at any time with no penalties. You'll retain access to all materials and projects you've already received.

We strongly recommend following the progressive curriculum as each level builds essential skills for the next. However, if your child has significant prior experience, please contact us to discuss placement options.

Support & Learning

Each subscription includes access to our online learning portal with detailed video tutorials, plus weekly remote support sessions where students can get help with their projects and ask questions.

We provide replacement components at cost. Common wear items and spare parts are available through our online store.

Parent involvement is welcome! Many families enjoy working on projects together. However, the curriculum is designed for students to develop independent problem-solving skills.

Projects require downloading free software like Arduino IDE. All required software is free, and we provide detailed setup instructions.

Technical Requirements

Students will need access to a computer for programming and accessing the learning portal. Basic tools like screwdrivers are occasionally needed and can be found in most households. Any specialized tools are included in the kits.

Yes, we ship internationally! International shipping costs and delivery times vary by location. Please contact us for specific shipping rates and estimated delivery times to your country.

Our weekly remote support sessions are specifically designed to help troubleshoot technical issues. Students can also access our online community forum and submit support tickets for additional help.

After Completion

Graduates can advance to our Synthesize & Innovate tier, which features longer, more complex custom robot building projects. Students can also choose to repeat certain levels with more advanced modifications.

Students receive completion certificates for each semester and a comprehensive robotics education certificate upon completing the full 18-month program.

Our curriculum builds practical skills in electronics, programming, mechanical design, and problem-solving that directly translate to engineering, computer science, and robotics programs in college and beyond.

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