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Read more about KIBO robot kits for young students. - [The Arbiter: Boise State’s Children’s Center Introduces Coding in the Classroom](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-arbiter/) - Learn how Boise State Children's Center is using KIBO with their young learners in the classroom, as they want to expose all learners with STEM opportunities. - [Approved Coding Activities For An Early Childhood Education Program](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/how-can-early-childhood-educators-use-hour-of-code-to-teach-computer-programming-to-young-kids/) - Searching for coding & programming activities for an early childhood education program? Click here for STEAM concepts to use in your early childhood classrooms. - [Top Tips for Teaching AI in Early Childhood Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/4-things-young-kids-should-know-about-ai/) - Wondering how to teach AI in early childhood education? Read our blog for important ideas on what our youngest learners should know about artificial intelligence. - [Why Teach About AI Technology in Early Childhood?](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/why-teach-ai-education-in-early-childhood/) - Have you started to teach AI technology in your curriculum? Read our blog to learn how to broaden the goals of teaching about computer science & digital literacy. - [Tufts Daily: Growing Up with Technology - Skip the iPads and Bring on the Robots](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/tufts-daily-growing-up-with-technology-skip-the-ipads-and-bring-on-the-robots/) - The KIBO robot is included in the article describing how hands-on technology has a place in the classroom vs. only screen-based solutions for young learners. - [The Tufts Daily: More Than Just Code: DevTech Researches New Approaches to STEM Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-tufts-daily-more-than-just-code-devtech-researches-new-approaches-to-stem-education/) - Read the latest KIBO News from The Tufts Daily. In this article, you can learn more about Professor Marina Umachi Bers, our co-founder and lead at Tufts' DevTech Group, and her team, who are researching the way young children are taught. - [eSchoolNews: 4 Education Predictions for 2022](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-4-education-predictions-for-2022/) - Carmelo Piazza, Executive Director of the Brooklyn Preschool of Science and a KIBO Ambassador, shares 4 ways he predicts education changing for the better in 2022. - [The rising need for STEM skills](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/need-for-stem-skills/) - Here, Kinderlab Robotics supports statements in favor of the rising need for Stem skills. - [Recovering from Learning Loss and Promoting Social-Emotional Learning with KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/recovering-from-learning-loss-and-promoting-social-emotional-learning-with-kibo/) - As in person learning resumes, addressing learning loss & SEL will require creative approaches. Age appropriate STEAM projects with robots like KIBO can help. - [District Administration: Career and Technical Education - Why Robotics Should Lead the Way](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/career-and-technical-education-why-robotics-should-lead-the-way/) - Learn the importance of incorporating STEM as part of CTE as well as starting CTE instruction with elementary-aged learners. CTE and STEM are a natural pairing. - [STEM for Preschool Classrooms - KIBO Can Become Your New Class Mascot!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/kibo-can-become-your-new-class-mascot/) - The KIBO robot becomes the class mascot and engages playful STEM for preschool classrooms while introducing the basics of STEM learning, designing and building. - [Robotics Coding and Children: Merging for Playful Learning](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/robotics-coding-and-children-how-to-tie-it-together-and-why/) - Robotics coding and kids are the perfect trio! Bring technology into your core curriculum with the KIBO screen-free robot, which encourages playful learning! - [SmartBrief: Where Did STEM Go?](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/smartbrief-where-did-stem-go/) - KinderLab was included in a panel discussion on where did STEM go, K12 STEM priorities and the state of STEM. Read on to learn more about elementary STEM. - [Where Did STEM Go? Insights on STEM Education’s Future in K-12](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/where-did-stem-go-insights-on-stem-educations-future-in-k-12/) - Jason Innes, KinderLab’s Director of Curriculum & Training, weighs in on the state of STEM education and offers insights into where it’s headed in K-12 schools. - [KinderLab Robotics Introduces ‘Free Throw’ Extension Set for KIBO Robot](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kinderlab-robotics-introduces-free-throw-extension-set-for-kibo-robot/) - With the KinderLab Robotics 'Free Throw' Extension Set, a new throwing arm, kids can explore math and physics principles while shooting baskets and taking aim. - [5 Simple Ways to Introduce Robotics, Coding, and STEM for Elementary Students](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/5-simple-ways-to-introduce-robotics-coding-and-stem-for-elementary-students/) - Learn 5 ways to easily bring robotics and STEM for elementary, where they plan, design and build; helping them develop computational skills and problem solving, - [InfoWorld: My Robot Teacher - The Challenge of AI in Computer Science Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/infoworld-my-robot-teacher-the-challenge-of-ai-in-computer-science-education/) - In this article, the author dives into generative AI and how transformative - and disruptive - is has been in education. He spoke with computer science educators and professionals to find out how AI in computer science are transforming the learning process, including our own Jason Innes. He asks the questions: "Should AI-assisted learning be accepted as - [STEM Robotics in Preschool Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/stem-kits-and-steam-robotics-in-preschool-education/) - The STEM education initiative is in full swing all the way down to the preschool level, but how exactly do robotics for preschoolers help young children learn? - [Intern Whisperer: KinderLab Interview at FETC](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/intern-whisperer-kinderlab-interview-at-fetc/) - KinderLab Robotics was interviewed while at FETC about why KinderLab was at FETC, what the company offers, and why educators should do business with KinderLab. - [eSchoolNews: TCEA 2025 Spotlights Innovation, Collaboration](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-tcea-2025-spotlights-innovation-collaboration/) - eSchoolNews features new edtech tools and resources from TCEA 2025, including the new KIBO Curriculum, Exploring with KIBO, designed for upper elementary. - [The Learning Counsel: App of the Week - A STEAM Robotics Curriculum Providing Standards-Aligned Lessons and Activities for Grades 3-5](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-learning-counsel-app-of-the-week-a-steam-robotics-curriculum-providing-standards-aligned-lessons-and-activities-for-grades-3-5/) - The Learning Counsel shared the news about the new KIBO STEAM robotics curriculum, Exploring with KIBO, providing lessons and activities for kids in grades 3–5 - [EdTech Digest: Cool Tools - KinderLab ‘Exploring with KIBO’ Curriculum for Grades Pre-K–5](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edtech-digest-cool-tools-kinderlab-exploring-with-kibo-curriculum-for-grades-pre-k-5/) - The new Exploring with KIBO Curriculum provides a seamless progression of screen-free, hands-on learning from early childhood-5th grade with STEAM robotics. - [SIMBA Education Market Advisor: From K-12 to Higher Ed - Literacy Trends for Lifelong Learning](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/simba-education-market-advisor-from-k-12-to-higher-ed-literacy-trends-for-lifelong-learning/) - We were interviewed to discuss innovative advancements and trends shaping lifelong learning, including the new KIBO curriculum focused on upper elementary. - [Tech&Learning: FETC Edtech Show & Tell](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/techlearning-fetc-edtech-show-tell/) - Check out the Edtech Show & Tell of the products at FETC that have caught the attention of Tech&Learning, including KinderLab's new upper elementary curriculum. - [eSchoolNews: Show Floor News – Robotics Curriculum for Grades 3-5](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-show-floor-news-robotics-curriculum-for-grades-3-5/) - Read about the new KIBO Robot Grade 3-5 Exploring with KIBO curriculum, where upper elementary students can expand their computational thinking and CS skills. - [Making Lesson Plans More Engaging with Screen-free Robotics for Elementary Students](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/making-lesson-plans-more-engaging-with-screenless-coding-options/) - Endless screen time has changed the way kids learn. Bring playful KIBO lessons (screen-free!) and robotics for elementary students with the hands-on KIBO robot. - [eSchoolNews: Look Who’s Talking—Classroom Robotics Continue to Flourish](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-look-whos-talking-classroom-robotics-continue-to-flourish/) - Listen in as educator Brittney Tarr describes the benefits of play-based, exploratory learning with elementary aged students and her use of classroom robotics. - [KinderLab Robotics Expands its KIBO Robotics Curriculum to Include Grades 3-5](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kinderlab-robotics-expands-its-kibo-robotics-curriculum-to-include-grades-3-5/) - KinderLab announces the expansion of its curriculum offerings to serve students in grades 3-5 with Exploring with KIBO, including 60 hours of STEAM lessons. - [Top 3 Reasons to Introduce Coding Robots for Elementary Students](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/top-3-reasons-to-teach-our-kids-coding/) - Learn 3 reasons you should introduce coding robots for elementary students. Coding develops complex skills, increases motivation and career development. - [eSchoolNews: How We Use Robots and Art to Make Meeting Computer Science Standards Fun](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-how-we-use-robots-and-art-to-make-meeting-computer-science-standards-fun/) - Erin Wicklund, library media specialist, describes meeting her STEAM goals and CS standards with the screen-free KIBO robot through interdisciplinary lessons. - [How to Use Robots to Teach Coding](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/how-to-use-robots-to-teach-coding/) - Robots engage kids through imaginative play, sturdy building and STEAM learning. Learn some examples of how to use robots to teach coding to young children. - [Empowering Future Innovators: 5 Reasons to Introduce Early STEM Education Robotics to Your Elementary Learners](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/empowering-future-innovators-5-reasons-to-introduce-early-stem-education-robotics-to-your-elementary-learners/) - Learn 5 reasons to introduce early STEM education robotics, where young learners develop their STEAM, computational thinking, and computer science skills! - [EdTech Digest: Why Do Early Learners Need to Understand Al?](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edtech-digest-why-do-early-learners-need-to-understand-al/) - Early childhood is the best time to start teaching children about AI: how it works, what it is and what it's not. Why do early learners need to understand Al? - [Smartbrief: STEM is an Essential Literacy that Kindergarteners Should Learn](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/smartbrief-stem-is-an-essential-literacy-that-kindergarteners-should-learn/) - Read 3 reasons why Kindergarteners should learn STEM concepts early. Teach coding as a language by: starting early, keeping it playful, and avoiding screens. - [Why KIBO is the Best Robot for Kindergarten Students: 3 Key Benefits](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/why-kibo-is-the-best-robot-for-kindergarten-students-3-key-benefits/) - Trying to find the best robot for kindergarten students? The right solution should have 3 things - Screen-Free, Research Backed & Standards-Aligned Curriculum. - [eSchoolNews: 3 Keys to Success when Introducing Robotics to Young Learners](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-3-keys-to-success-when-introducing-robotics-to-young-learners/) - Danielle Curry from Garfield Elementary shares 3 ways to easily introduce robots (KIBO!) with her Prek-2 students through hands-on, collaborative lessons. - [Robotics and Rugrats: Incorporating Technology Into Early Childhood Curriculum](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/robotics-and-rugrats-incorporating-technology-into-early-childhood-curriculum/) - The blog states about the integration of childhood curriculum with technology so that technology might have a positive impact on the lives of the infants. - [RC Judge: Best Educational Robot Kits](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/best-educational-robot-kits/) - The media coverage of Kinderlab Robotics includes various types of news on the Tech-toys for children and updates of the activities. - [eCampusNews: Getting Pre-service Teachers Comfortable Using and Teaching with STEAM Tools](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/ecampusnews-getting-pre-service-teachers-comfortable-using-and-teaching-with-steam-tools/) - Christine Maier describes bringing STEAM robots to her pre-service students to build their confidence on how they can use STEAM with their future students. - [Tech & Learning: KinderLab Robotics’ KIBO Brings Self-Directed STEAM and AI Learning to Young Children with “Thinking with KIBO”](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/tech-learning-kinderlab-robotics-kibo-brings-self-directed-steam-and-ai-learning-to-young-children-with-thinking-with-kibo/) - Learn more about KinderLab's award winning AI curriculum, "Thinking with KIBO - Introducing AI in Early Grades ". The KIBO Robot brings AI/STEM to elementary | - [The Improper Bostonian: Bots for Tots - A high-tech Toy Brings Coding to the Kindergarten Set](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/a-high-tech-toy-brings-coding-to-the-kindergarten-set/) - The Improper Bostonian article breaks down how the high-tech, screen-free KIBO robot is bringing coding to the kindergarten set. Read on to learn more. - [All You Like: Beyond Coding-How Children Learn Human Values Through Programming](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/all-you-like-beyond-coding-how-children-learn-human-values-through-programming/) - This review is based on Dr. Marina Bers' new book, How Children Learn Human Values Through Programming-discussing how children should be taught coding as a new literacy. - [Code.org: Talking About Computer Science for Good in Your Classroom](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/code-org-talking-about-computer-science-for-good-in-your-classroom/) - In this Code.org article, they discuss that CS benefits students in any career path, and also equips them with the tools to tackle some of the world’s problems. - [eSchoolNews: 4 Predictions for Computer Science Education in 2022](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-4-predictions-for-computer-science-education-in-2022/) - Bryan Flaig, Makerspace and STEM Consultant, discusses how the technology gap is shrinking and how now is the time to accelerate K-12 computer science education. - [Boston Business Journal: Founded by former Rethink Robotics exec, robot kit for kindergartners seeking $50k](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/founded-by-former-rethink-robotics-exec-robot-kit-for-kindergartners-seeking-50k/) - The blog deals with how a former VP of Rethink Robotics and a technology professor at the Tufts University is raising a $50K for Kibo toys. - [San Francisco Examiner: It’s Never Too Early to Teach Kids About Coding](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/its-never-too-early-to-teach-kids-about-coding/) - Students as young as in PreK can learn about the basics of how of code. Introducing Computer science, programming and coding is important to start early and often. - [NIH Record: Tech for Tots - Lab Develops Coding Toys for Young Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/nih-record-tech-for-tots-lab-develops-coding-toys-for-young-kids/) - Read the latest KIBO News from NIH Record to learn more about Dr. Marina Umaschi Bers and her research on young children's development and the importance of learning coding as a literacy at a young age. - [New York Family Magazine: Crack the Code](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/new-york-parenting-crack-the-code/) - See the New York Parenting review of KIBO. In the article, they describe how kids can begin to understand the basics of coding with the adorable KIBO Robot Kit. KIBO allows kids to be creative, problem solve, and learn the basics of coding, without screen time. - [Ottawa Magazine's Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide 2019](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/ottawa/) - In Ottawa Magazine's Holiday Gift Guide, they compile a guide to the most coveted goods for the giving season, including the KIBO robot for your young kids. - [THE Journal: Teaching STEAM without Screens](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-journal-teaching-steam-without-screens/) - In the article, one educator shares how she used KIBO to teach her K–4 students STEAM without screens during a lesson about gray whale migration. Read now. - [Webinar: Early Childhood Technology: Supporting Child Development with Creative Coding](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/early-childhood-technology-webinar/) - In this webinar, hear from panelists working with young learners from PreK- 2nd grade, who share their experience and research behind early learning technologies. - [New "STEAM Explorer" Line of KIBO Classroom Packages Maximize Educators' Investment in KIBO Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/new-steam-explorer-line-of-kibo-classroom-packages-maximize-educators-investment-in-kibo-robotics/) - The new KIBO "STEAM Explorer" Classroom Package maximizes educators' investment in KIBO, the most complete and economical robotic solution for elementary learners. - [Investing in STEM Robot Kits that “Grow” with Your Students](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/investing-in-coding-robots-that-grow-with-your-students/) - Investing in edtech is a challenge even with the best budgets. See how KIBO STEM robot kits "grow" with your learners, giving you the best return on investment. - [Teaching Coding to Elementary Students through Art, Science, and Storytelling!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/art-and-science-join-forces-to-bring-kids-storytelling-alive-through-code/) - Teaching coding to elementary students is easy when you integrate coding with storytelling. Through arts, crafts, and coding, kids develop their STEAM learning. - [Flipboard EDU Podcast: Unlocking STEM for Young Minds](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/flipboard-edu-podcast-unlocking-stem-for-young-minds/) - In this podcast, KinderLab's CEO, Mitch Rosenberg, spoke about the company, its research, and mission to provide universal STEM learning with the KIBO robot. - [Robotics in Early Childhood Education – Kindergarten Coding Teaches the Literacy of the 21st Century](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/robots-in-early-learning-coding-teaches-the-literacy-of-the-21st-century/) - In this blog series on robotics in early childhood education learn how young students learn STEAM literacy through Kindergarten coding and screen-free robotics. - [Innovative Ways To Integrate Coding and STEAM with Robotics Curriculum for Elementary Students](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/integrate-kids-programming-toys-into-early-education-curricula/) - Robotics curriculum for elementary students provide creative ways young children can use robotics to develop their STEAM and computational thinking skills. - [Robotics in Early Childhood Education - Using PreK Coding Technology Breaks Down Engineering Stereotypes](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/technology-stereotypes/) - Robotics breaks down engineering stereotypes through engaging young children in playful PreK coding and robotic activites designed to combat gender stereotypes. - [Robotics in Early Childhood Education - Kindergarten Robotics Develops Computational Thinking Skills](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/robotics-in-early-learning-coding-develops-computational-thinking-skills/) - Learn how to develop computational thinking skills through kindergarten robotics and how to introduce robotics in early learning classrooms in this blog series. - [Robotics in Early Childhood Education – Robotics Makes Elementary Coding Tangible, Concrete…and Screen-Free!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/robotics-in-early-learning-robotics-makes-coding-tangible-concreteand-screen-free/) - Learn the importance of tangible, screen-free elementary coding. Introducing screen free robots in elementarycan be fun and easy with STEAM educational robots. - [Robotics in Early Childhood Education - Coding for Preschoolers, Where Technology Becomes the Playground](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/robotics-in-early-learning-technology-becomes-the-playground/) - Technology in early childhood education should be modeled around the idea of a playground. Create a technology playground including coding for preschoolers. - [EduTechGuys: An Interview with Mitch Rosenberg, CEO of KinderLab Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edutechguys-an-interview-with-mitch-rosenberg-ceo-of-kinderlab-robotics/) - In this podcast KinderLab's CEO, Mitch Rosenberg, sat down with the EduTechGuys, to discuss KinderLab's mission to provide universal STEM learning to kids - [Robotics in Early Childhood Education – The Engineering Design Process Develops Grit and Perseverance](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/robotics-in-early-learning-the-engineering-design-process-develops-grit-and-perseverance/) - Teaching with STEM Engineering Kits means engaging with the engineering design process. Learn how early childhood educators can encourage young kids to learn. - [An Introduction to Coding Robot Toys in Early Childhood Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/introduction-to-coding-robot-toys/) - The early education classroom is the perfect place to provide an introduction to coding robot toys. It's easy with the right tools, curriculum, PD, and mindset! - [Tech & Learning: Announcing Best of Show Winners at ISTE 2024](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/tech-learning-announcing-best-of-show-winners-at-iste-2024/) - KIBO and its AI Curriculum, Thinking with KIBO: Introducing AI in Early Grades", won ISTELive'24's Best of Show Award, supporting innovation in education. - [The Bay State Banner: Horizons Brings STEM Ed to Life for Children Experiencing Homelessness](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-bay-state-banner-horizons-brings-stem-ed-to-life-for-children-experiencing-homelessness/) - This article describes how Horizons for Homesless Children brings STEAM to homeless children ito ensure they have equal access to educational opportunities. - [National Girls Collaborative: Girls in Robotics- Empowering Girls Early to Support Long-Term Equity](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/national-girls-collaborative-girls-in-robotics-empowering-girls-early-to-support-long-term-equity/) - Dr. Amanda Sullivan, a researcher who contributed to the development of the KIBO robot, shares this blog about how to empower girls exposure in STEM and STEAM. - [9 Benefits of Coding and Programming Robots for Kids from PreK-5th Grade](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/9-benefits-of-programming-and-coding-robots-for-kids/) - Coding is a way for early learners to design, develop and communicate with technology. KinderLab Robotics shares 9 benefits of programming robots for kids. - [View from the Classroom – Merging Elementary Robotics with Greek Mythology](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/view-from-the-classroom-using-programmable-robots-with-young-learners/) - The Steward School shares how they used KIBO, an elementary robotics kids, with their second graders during an integrated STEAM lesson on Greek Mythology. - [AI Teaching Tips Using A Robot Coding Kit](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/a-robot-to-think-with-how-to-teach-about-ai-in-early-childhood/) - How can early childhood educators make the advanced concepts behind AI accessible to young learners? Click here to learn how a robot coding kit can help! - [Wall Street Journal: The Best Robot Toys for Building Kids’ STEM Skills](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/wall-street-journal-the-best-robot-toys-for-building-kids-stem-skills/) - Wall Street Journal discusses the best robot toys for building kids’ STEM Skills. Robots teach children essential skills, think creatively and hone life skills. - [Savings with Denise: KIBO 21 Robot Kit](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/savings-with-denise-kibo-21-robot-kit/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Savings with Denise - [Edvocate: How My Afterschool Program is Delivering Hands-on Learning to Students’ Homes](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edvocate-how-my-afterschool-program-is-delivering-hands-on-learning-to-students-homes/) - Learn how one enrichment center, Big Learning, brought hands-on explorative learning to their students during the pandemic, and using robotics moving forward. - [Introducing STEM in an early childhood classroom - a free webinar!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/free-webinar-stem-early-ed/) - Kinderlab Robotics will present a webinar for stating the advantage of STEM education in an early childhood classroom. - [Robotics for Kindergarten Students Brings STEM Fun to Classrooms, Makerspaces, Afterschool Programs, and Coding Clubs](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/how-kids-coding-clubs-are-cashing-in-on-kindergartners/) - By bringing robotics for kindergarten students, your young learners learn STEM concepts in their classroom, makerspaces, afterschool programs, and coding clubs. - [PLTW: Super STEM Gifts of 2014](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/pltws-super-stem-gifts-of-2014/) - Project Lead The Way (PLTW), released its Super STEM Gifts, a list of the best toys, apps, that are both fun and educational, which includes the KIBO robot. - [Boston Business Journal: My Picks for 15 Holiday Gifts from Mass.-based Tech and Startup Companies](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/my-picks-for-15-holiday-gifts-from-mass-based-tech-and-startup-companies/) - KIBO is included in this article where they choose 15-holiday gifts from Mass.-based tech and startup companies. Learn more about why the KIBO robot was chosen. - [Life Hack: Make Learning About Programming Fun For Your Kids Using KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/make-learning-about-programming-fun-for-your-kids-using-kibo/) - The KIBO robot is an educational tool for kids for them to learn how to code and learn technology in a fun way. Learn more about the screen-free, hands-on KIBO. - [Hour of Code: Learn to Program with Robots](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/learn-to-program-with-robots/) - These Hour of Code activities share how young kids can use KIBO robots to learn how to program. Check out the playful, screen0free activities to learn to code! - [Boston Business Journal: KinderLab Robotics, Maker of Robot Kits for Children, Opens New Waltham HQ](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/kinderlab-robotics-maker-of-robot-kits-for-children-opens-new-waltham-hq/) - This story shares more about KinderLab Robotics' opening up of their new headquarters in Waltham, Massachusetts and more information about the KIBO STEM robot. - [Boing Boing: Kickstarting KIBO - Robot-Blocks for Kids 4-7](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/kickstarting-kibo-robot-blocks-for-kids-4-7/) - Kinderlab Robotics introduces a unique engineering toy to help children learn technology is a fun way. The KIBO robot is ideal for kids ages 4 to 7. - [Roboterwelt: KIBO – Toys for Getting to Know Technology in a Playful Way](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/kibo-spielzeug-fur-das-spielerische-kennenlernen-von-technologie-german/) - Mitch Rosenberg and Marina Umaschi Bers share the screen-free KIBO robot, which shares how young learners develop their STEM skills through robotics. - [New Atlas: KIBO Robot Kit Aims to Teach Young Kids Programming Skills](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/kibo-robot-kit-aims-to-teach-young-kids-programming-skills/) - This article describes how the KIBO robot kit can teach programming, coding and STEAM skills to young children with screen-free, hands-on robotics. - [Dork Adore: KIBO - Programming for Kids Using Wooden Blocks](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/kibo-programming-for-kids-using-wooden-blocks/) - This article shares how young students can learn STEAM through KIBO robot kids by programming with wooden blocks, in helping kids learn in a screen free way. - [Robotic Trends: KIBO Kit Uses Wooden Blocks to Teach Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/kibo-kit-uses-wooden-blocks-to-teach-robotics/) - This article shares how preschoolers are using the KIBO robot and it's wooden blocks to program and learn how to code in a screen-free, hands-on way. - [Preschool Robotics?! Why Preschoolers Should Learn to Code](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/why-should-four-year-olds-learn-to-program/) - Learn about the importance of introducing preschool robotics. Research shows that even the youngest students can learn coding in a fun, engaging, hands-on way. - [Fablevision: KIBO How ‘Bots Can Teach Tots](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/kibo-how-bots-can-teach-tots/) - Bots are no more fictional characters, rather they can help kids learn technology in a playful manner. Kibo is such a bot from Kinderlab Robotics. - [Money Magazine: How Two Friends Teamed Up to Sell Robots to Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/how-two-friends-teamed-up-to-sell-robots-to-kids-money-magazine/) - The page which bears the article of the way two friends, having a background in engineering and management, teamed up and sold robots to kids. - [Financial Times: How Robots are Teaching Singapore's Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/how-robots-are-teaching-singapores-kids/) - This mainly states about the Robots playing the role of teachers in a preschool at Singapore, and the children being largely excited over this instance. - [Boston Business Journal: A Great Robot Roundup](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/great-robot-roundup/) - A Great Robot Roundup in the Boston Business Journal. Click on the link to view the article - [Forbes: Why Kids Learn Better Playing with Robots](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/good-news-education-is-evolving-the-proof-is-in-the-play/) - As early childhood education is evolving, kids get a better chance of learning technology from engineering toy robots, like the kibo kit. - [Boston Business Journal: Robot Kit for Kindergartners Seeking $50k](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/founded-by-former-rethink-robotics-exec-robot-kit-for-kindergartners-seeking-50k-2/) - Kinderlab Robotics introduces Kibo - a robot kit - which allows kids to build a program using blocks to control the robot’s movements and sound. - [Boston Business Journal: Robot Kit for Kindergartners hits Kickstarter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/founded-by-former-rethink-robotics-exec-robot-kit-for-kindergartners-hits-kickstarter/) - Kinderlab Robotics was founded by the former executive of Rethink Robotics. It helps kids learn technology playfully, through its innovative engineering toys. - [eSchoolNews: How 7 Educators Are Accelerating Summer Learning](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-how-7-educators-are-accelerating-summer-learning/) - 7 educators share how they will accelerate summer learning through programs and instruction, by creating fun and educational programs for their students. - [TuftsNow: Coding in the Playroom](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/coding-in-the-playroom/) - KIBO is a new engineering robot kit, resulting from extensive research. It is used in early education to teach children programming a robot with wooden blocks. - [CBS Boston: Arlington Company Raising Money To Launch Smart Robot For Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/arlington-company-raising-money-to-launch-smart-robot-for-kids/) - This article shates how Kinderlab Robotics, an Arlington startup, is raising funds on Kickstarter to launch an innovative robot kit for kids between 4 - 7. - [5 Reasons to Include Robotics in Early STEM Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/5-reasons-to-include-robotics-in-early-stem-education/) - Read 5 reasons to include robotics in early stem education. During these foundational years, children need playful, tangible ways to engage with the technology. - [Local feedback: KIBO’s big Massachussetts move](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/local-feedback-kibos-big-massachussetts-move/) - Local feedback: KIBO’s big Massachusetts move. KIBO was born and raised in Massachusetts. - [KIBO rolls around SXSWedu: Programming through play in Texas](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/kibo-rolls-around-sxswedu-programming-through-play-in-texas/) - SXSW has become a world-famous celebration of technical innovation. KIBO rolls around SXSWedu: Programming through play in Texas. - [KIBO: Not just child-friendly but adult-friendly too](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/kibo-not-just-child-friendly-but-adult-friendly-too/) - The recent survey by Kinderlab Robotics states that apart from the kids, the parents, teachers and family, have also found KIBO important. - [It’s not easy being green (but it is easy for four to seven year olds to code…)](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/its-not-easy-being-green-but-it-is-easy-for-four-to-seven-year-olds-to-code/) - Dr. Marina Bers shares research and insights into robotics, open-ended play, and encouraging creativity for four to seven-year-olds. Even Kermit was there! - [Integrating Programming for Kids in Homeschooling Elementary Students](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/integrating-programming-for-kids-in-homeschooling-elementary-students/) - Whether you're a veteran homeschooler or a new one, KinderLab Robotics shares how you can integrate robotics and programming for kids into your home curriculum. - [Educators Getting Hands-on with KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/educators-getting-hands-on-with-kibo-new-video/) - This states about various professional development programs involving educators, program coordinators, and KIBO, by Kinderlab Robotics. - [Child’s Play: Our very first KinderLab Robotics newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/childs-play-our-very-first-kinderlab-robotics-newsletter/) - KinderLab Robotics send the inaugural edition of Child’s Play the brand new e-newsletter covering KIBO, KinderLab Robotics, ed tech and child development. - [Views from the Classroom: STREAM Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/views-from-the-classroom-stream-education/) - KinderLab discusses religious educators committing to the new STREAM education movement and how KIBO and robotics can be integrated into their programs. - [Fun with robots at the Women Veterans’ Spring Fling](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/fun-with-robots-women-veterans/) - KinderLab Robotics is honored to have been welcomed by the Veteran community and to support these organizations as part of the Spring Fling. Learn more here! - [Parents: The 11 Best Robot Toys for Budding Engineers, According to STEM Experts](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/parent-magazine-the-11-best-robot-toys-for-budding-engineers-according-to-stem-experts/) - KIBO is one of the 11 Best Robot Toys in Parents and named Best Educational Robot. KIBO was evaluated by educators for kids to learn STEM, engineering & design. - [FETC: FETC Highlights More than 50 of EdTech’s Latest Innovations](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/fetc-highlights-more-than-50-of-edtechs-latest-innovations/) - FETC highlights more than 50 of EdTech’s latest innovations to be shared at FETC 2024. KinderLab is included with its new Thinking with KIBO AI Curriculum. - [Intentional Tech: Kicking Up Creativity with KIBO Podcast](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/kicking-up-creativity-with-kibo-podcast/) - This "Kicking up Creativity with KIBO" podcast shares how KIBO support students’ creative coding projects. Listen tp the Intentional Tech Podcast to hear more! - [eSchoolNews: FETC 2024 Wrap Up](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/fetc-2024-wrap-up/) - FETC shares their FETC 2024 show wrap up, which includes KinderLab and KIBO as breaking product news with AI curriculum and being an FETC PitchFest 2024 winner. - [Daddy Check This Out: Robot Programming Kit For Children](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/daddy-check-this-out-robot-programming-kit-for-children/) - Read the latest KIBO news from Daddy Check This Out. The reviewer invites you to introduce your children to the coding world with KIBO. - [District Administration: Why These FETC Session Attendees Got Ahead in their Planning to Purchase Digital Tools](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/district-administration-why-these-fetc-session-attendees-got-ahead-in-their-planning-to-purchase-digital-tools/) - Learn about one writer's experience during FETC 2020's Elementary Digital Tools Sandbox, where he met the KIBO robot and learned more about screen-free coding. - [Teachers With Apps: Robotic Gift Gauge & Guide](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/teachers-with-apps-robotic-gift-gauge-guide/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Teachers with Apps. KIBO has been included in the Teachers with Apps' Robotic Gift Gauge & Guide within its ages 4-7 age group! - [Hour of Code: Measure and Predict with KIBO Robot Bowling](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/hour-of-code/measure-and-predict-with-kibo-robot-bowling/) - In this Hour of Code activity, KIBO Bowling, students use estimation and measurement to create a program for their KIBO robot to travel and knock down the pins! - [Playgrounds and Playpens: A Developmental Perspective on Children as Programmers](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/playgrounds-and-playpens-a-developmental-perspective-on-children-as-programmers/) - Robotic kits like KIBO present a great opportunity to introduce kids to the world of programming and engineering while having a playground type of experience. - [Wired: Toddler Coding Classes are the New Must-have Activity for Nurseries](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/wired-toddler-coding-classes-are-the-new-must-have-activity-for-nurseries/) - This article discusses the importance of the early learning coding. While there are many on-screen coding methods, there's a push for screen-free options. - [The Tech Edvocate: Free Resources to Help Everyone Navigate Online Learning](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-tech-edvocate-free-resources-to-help-everyone-navigate-online-learning/) - Tech Edvocate provides free resources to help educators navigate online learning, including KIBO's "No KIBO? No Problem!" STEM activity booklet. Learn more. - [THE Journal: KinderLab Launches Curriculum Guide for Self-Directed Robotics Activities](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-journal-kinderlab-launches-curriculum-guide-for-self-directed-robotics-activities/) - THE Journal covered KinderLab and their new KIBO Activity Center Guidebook for educators looking to make an activity center or a makerspace at school. - [The Edvocate: What Robots Can Teach Kindergarteners](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-edvocate-what-robots-can-teach-kindergarteners/) - Learn how Hannah DeRusha from the Acera Elementary School worked with her kindergartners and first graders to think about large concepts using the KIBO robot. - [Technology & Learning: Make the Most of Your Budget with These Great Products: Makerspace Product Roundup 2018](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/technology-learning-make-the-most-of-your-budget-with-these-great-products-makerspace-product-roundup-2018/) - Check out KIBO's inclusion in Technology & Learning's "Make the Most of Your Budget with These Great Products: Makerspace Product Roundup 2018" article. - [Tech & Learning: KinderLab Robotics Announces New KIBO Guidebook](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/tech-learning-kinderlab-robotics-announces-new-kibo-guidebook/) - In a recent article Tech & Learning discussed the new KIBO Activity Center Guidebook for educators looking to create a maker space and activity center. - [Study International: Key Trends in K12 Robotics Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/study-international-key-trends-in-k12-robotics-education/) - The Study International article describes how Robotics education is becoming increasingly commonplace in schools. Learn about the common robotics trends. - [Splash Magazines: Children’s Fashion, Toys & Games Holiday Gift Guide 2018 – Fun Finds to Fill the Home](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/splash-magazines-childrens-fashion-toys-games-holiday-gift-guide-2018-fun-finds-to-fill-the-home/) - KIBO is included in Splash Magazine's 2018 Holiday Gift Guide "Children's Fashion, Toys & Games – Fun Finds to Fill the Home". Check out the KIBO mention! - [SmartBrief: Grow SEL Skills Through Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/smartbrief-grow-sel-skills-through-robotics/) - In a SmartBrief article, Bryan Flaig discusses how Computer Science and SEL skills go hand-in-hand, with the use of robotics in their elementary school. - [Should Children Be Taught to Think Like Computers?](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/should-children-be-taught-to-think-like-computers/) - This article raises the question of where we we should teach computational thinking to young children,, as they play with hands-on, screen-free KIBO robots. - [SCMP: Can Robots Really Help Get Girls into STEM Subjects? Singapore’s Schools Seem to Think So](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/scmp-robots-in-singapore/) - Learn how classrooms in Singapore, as part of their innovative Playmaker Programme, are using KIBO robots to get more girls into science, math and technology. - [Reviewed Parenting: 16 Incredible STEM Toys That Every Child Will Want](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/reviewed-parenting-16-incredible-stem-toys-that-every-child-will-want/) - With the help of curious kids and parents, 16 toys and games are featured that teach coding skills in fun ways. See the wide variety of STEM robots and games. - [Reviewed: 26 Incredible Coding Toys That Every Kid Will Want](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/reviewed-26-incredible-coding-toys-that-every-kid-will-want/) - See the list of 26 coding toys tested by children and parents that teach coding skills in a fun way. KIBO is reviewed and described as a toy kids will love. - [Programming for four-year-olds - No assembler required](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/programming-for-four-year-olds-no-assembler-required/) - Kinderlab Robotics now ensures programming for four year olds without the use of assembler. Learn more about what KIBO can teach even the youngest learners. - [Pilot program introduces robotics, programming to preschoolers](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/pilot-program-introduces-robotics-programming-to-preschoolers/) - Learn more about a Jacksonville, FL preschool who are using the KIBO robot to introduce STEAM learning through robotics and programming for their preschoolers. - [Parents' Choice Foundation: Parents' Choice Awards Gift Guide: STEM](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/parents-choice-foundation-parents-choice-awards-gift-guide-stem/) - KIBO is a GOLD winner of the Parents’ Choice Award in the Toy category and included in their STEM Gift Guide! See the products "proven how fun it is to learn!". - [Nibletz: ISTE 2018: KinderLab Robotics Meets Rigorous Review Standards to Join STEMworks Database](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/nibletz-iste-2018-kinderlab-robotics-meets-rigorous-review-standards-to-join-stemworks-database/) - KinderLab Robotics has been added to the STEMworks database, an online honor roll of high-quality STEM programs, providing effective STEM education solutions. - [Mothering: Best Robotic Kits for Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/mothering-best-robotic-kits-for-kids/) - In this Mothering article, the author describes the importance of coding and the best robotic kits for kids where little engineers are created in a playful way! - [Mashable: Are Coding Robots Worth Your Kids' Time?](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/mashable-are-coding-robots-worth-your-kids-time/) - Today's coding robots offering kids and their parents the promise that kids will have fun, but they’ll also be learning and prepared for jobs of the future. - [KOTA Territory News: Bring a Robot to Life - STEM Gifts for Kids!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/kota-territory-news-bring-a-robot-to-life-stem-gifts-for-kids/) - Watch KIBO on air on KOTA Territory News in South Dakota! Their Meteorologist and three children play with KIBO to see how the robot stacks up to other toys. - [Kickstarter - Boston Device Development Supports KinderLab Robotics KIBO Kickstarter Campaign](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/kickstarter-boston-device-development-supports-kinderlab-robotics-kibo-kickstarter-campaign/) - Kickstarter campaign is jointly initiated by Kinderlab Robotics and Boston Device Development. It marks the launch of KIBO, an interactive robot for kids. - [Getting Smart: 4 Ways to Ignite Your School’s Makerspace](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/getting-smart/) - KinderLabs shares Todd Burleson's makerspace ideas to help ignite children's passion for learning. Turn your library into an IDEA lab of your own! Read more. - [Getting Smart: Futureproof Your Students with these Essential Skills for 2030](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/getting-smart-futureproof/) - This article describes the tech skills that today’s students will need in the future and what educators need to do to prepare them for their future ahead. - [Forbes: Inspire An Interest In STEM Careers With These Top Tech Toys](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/forbes-inspire-an-interest-in-stem-careers-with-these-top-tech-toys/) - Read about KIBO's appearance in a Forbes article discussing STEM toys that teach STEM principles in a developmentally-appropriate way with screen-free robotics. - [eSchoolNews: Three Key Trends in Robotics Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-three-key-trends-in-robotics-education/) - eSchoolNews describes how spending on K-12 robotics is expected to more than quadruple in the next 5 years and the reason why, includes KIBO for early learners! - [eSchoolNews: Teaching Preschoolers to Love STEAM](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-teaching-preschoolers-to-love-steam/) - The team at Brooklyn Preschool of Science shares how they use KIBO with their learners throughout their curriculum to bring lessons to life using STEM. - [eSchoolNews: How Robots and our School’s Buddy Program Bring Computer Science to Life](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-how-robots-and-our-schools-buddy-program-bring-computer-science-to-life/) - The Sewickley Academy pairs their kindergarten and 5th graders together to code with KIBO robots, connecting computer science instruction and each other. - [eSchoolNews: Why Evidence-Based Solutions are Critical for EdTech Buying](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-evidence-based-solutions/) - This eSchoolNews article shares the importance of evidence-backed solutions educators should look for when buying EdTech, especially when using federal funding. - [eSchoolNews: 5 Ways We've Integrated STEAM Education into Storytelling](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-5-ways-weve-integrated-steam/) - Read the eSchoolNews article on one Louisiana museum that's found a way to mesh storytelling with STEAM technology, including fairy tale stories with KIBO! - [Edutopia: Computational Thinking for Kindergartners](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edutopia/) - The article "Computational Thinking for Kindergartners" describes fun and playful ways young learners are taught computational thinking with the KIBO robot. - [Education Dive: CTE program pairs teens, preschoolers for STEM learning](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/education-dive-cte-program/) - Miami-Dade County Public Schools launched a preschool coding and robotics program in its child care centers, where older students taught them coding with KIBO - [EdTech Digest: How Robots Bring a Sense of Play to STEAM Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edtech-digest-how-robots-bring-a-sense-of-play-to-steam-education/) - Founder of TSC Robotics, Mike Marks, shares his keys to unlocking the creative problem-solver in early learners with STEAM education and coding robots like KIBO - [eCampus News: Why Every Preservice Teacher Should Learn Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/ecampus-news-why-every-preservice-teacher-should-learn-robotics/) - This article describes incorporating robotics with elementary preservice students preparing to be teachers, providing skills for all subjects they will teach. - [District Administration: Community IS Curriculum - Building the Connection Between SEL and Academics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/district-administration-community-is-curriculum-building-the-connection-between-sel-and-academics/) - In this District Administration article, Theresa Maves from KinderCare Education discusses kids' SEL and learning loss from COVID-19, and how KIBO can help. - [Chicos de 4 a 7 años aprenden a programar computadoras con una app desarrollada por una científica Argentina](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/chicos-de-4-a-7-anos-aprenden-a-programar-computadoras-con-una-app-desarrollada-por-una-cientifica-argentina/) - Argentina's La Nacion newspaper covered our co-founder Marina Bers work with KIBO and ScratchJr for 4-7 years old to learn to programming and robotics. - [KinderLab Robotics Meets Rigorous Review Standards to Join STEMworks Database](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/stemworks/) - KinderLab Robotics and KIBO is proud to announce our acceptance to STEMworks, an online honor roll database of high-quality STEM education programs. - [KinderLab Offers Robotics Resources to Help Teachers and Parents with Online Learning](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kinderlab-offers-robotics-resources-to-help-teachers-and-parents-with-online-learning/) - KinderLab Robotics offers resources to help with online learning to assist during school closures, providing free STEAM webinars, and a home robotics course. - [Early Education Grant Provides STEAM Learning for Jewish Day Schools](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/early-education-grant-provides-steam-learning-for-jewish-day-schools/) - With a grant from the Sulman Fund, the Limudei Code-Esh STEAM program introduces young learners to coding and robotics by bringing Jewish holidays to life! - [Wiki.ezvid: 5 Resources For Tech Savvy Creators Young & Old](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/wiki-ezvid-5-resources-for-tech-savvy-creators-young-old/) - The KIBO robot is described in this article and video on 5 technologies offering innovation to tech savvy creators. KIBO introduces young children to coding. - [STEAM Universe: Using Robots to Inspire Creativity](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/steam-universe-using-robots-to-inspire-creativity/) - Read the latest KIBO News from STEAM Universe. In this article, Using Robots to Inspire Creativity, Chani Lichtiger, Director of Technology at Yavneh Academy in Paramus, NJ, shares how her school uses robot-based lessons, using KIBO, to inspire collaboration and creativity among her youngest learners. - [In Rockland, Holy Family School Students Get With The Programming](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/in-rockland-holy-family-school-students-get-with-the-programming/) - This story states about the students of the Holy Family School, who have the dream of pursuing good career with programming, like Robotics Engineering. - [Hosting Advice: KinderLab Robotics Helps Children Learn Coding in a Playful Way Through KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/hosting-advice-kinderlab-robotics-helps-children-learn-coding-in-a-playful-way-through-kibo/) - Learn more about how KinderLab Robotics is introducing computational thinking to 4-7 year-olds through a playful, screen-free approach to coding education. - [Getting Smart: Using Robots to Teach Elementary Students About Human Nature](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/getting-smart-using-robots-to-teach-elementary-students-about-human-nature/) - Read the latest article about KIBO robotics in the news. - [eSchoolNews: Using Robots to Bring Science to Life](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-using-robots-to-bring-science-to-life/) - 2 elementary STEAM educators share how, using the KIBO robot, they bring their earth and life science lessons to life to engage and enlighten young learners. - [EdWeek: Breaking Gender Stereotypes Through Early Exposure to Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edweek-breaking-gender-stereotypes-through-early-exposure-to-robotics/) - Read the latest News from EdWeek. Dr. Amanda Sullivan, discusses how an early introduction into developmentally appropriate programs inspire the next generation of female scientists and innovators and get rid of STEM stereotypes once and for all. - [We’ve launched in-person training for educators: Get your students coding with KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/weve-launched-in-person-training-for-educators-get-your-students-coding-with-kibo/) - This page states about the KIBO in-person training for educators and technology specialists, all over US. - [We’re checking our lists – and we’ve been put on some, too: KIBO on holiday guides](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/were-checking-our-lists-and-weve-been-put-on-some-too-kibo-on-holiday-guides/) - Kibo on holiday guides. For relevant details click on the link. - [We know education: KIBO wins ‘Best of Class’ at World Maker Faire](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/we-know-education-kibo-wins-best-of-class-at-world-maker-faire/) - The KinderLab Robotics team headed up to New York City for the World Maker Faire and KIBO wins ‘Best of Class’ at World Maker Faire - [Today’s tour guide is KIBO! A look around the KinderLab Robotics’ new headquarters](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/todays-tour-guide-is-kibo-a-look-around-the-kinderlab-robotics-new-headquarters/) - This blog states about the Kinderlab Robotics’s new headquarters in Waltham, M.A and the in depth training sessions and workshops held there. - [Robotics for kids: KinderLab Robotics’ CEO featured in Harvard Magazine](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/robotics-for-kids-kinderlab-robotics-ceo-featured-in-harvard-magazine/) - Mitch Rosenberg, KinderLab Robotics' CEO is featured in Harvard Magazine discussing the company's misson of bringing screen-free coding to young learners. - [KIBO is coming to town: Order before 1 p.m. Thursday to get KIBO in time for Christmas](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/kibo-is-coming-to-town-order-before-1-p-m-thursday-to-get-kibo-in-time-for-christmas/) - KIBO will be available to all the children as Christmas gifts, but the deadline to order is before 1p.m. - [A few facts you may not know about Route 128](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/a-few-facts-you-may-not-know-about-route-128/) - This article shares some interesting facts about Route 128 i.e. an iconic area outside Boston, and home to some of the most innovative technology companies. - [Integrating Reading and Writing into Screen-free Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/integrating-reading-and-writing-into-screen-free-robotics/) - Is reading and writing for early learners competing with STEAM curricula? We share how coding robots can integrate STEAM with reading and writing lessons. - [KinderLab Robotics Offers Two Free KIBO Activities for the Worldwide Hour of Code Event](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kinderlab-robotics-offers-two-free-kibo-activities-for-the-worldwide-hour-of-code-event/) - KinderLab Robotics announced their participation in the 2018 worldwide Hour of Code event. Learn more about the activities we're offering for young students. - [Yahoo News: 50 Amazing Gifts for People Who Have Everything](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/yahoo-news-50-amazing-gifts-for-people-who-have-everything/) - Best Life's editors have rounded up the best gifts for everyone on your list. KIBO made this amazing list of one of the 50 top products to give this year. - [Robots, Computers, Experts, and More!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/robots-computers-experts-and-more/) - This page states about KIBO featuring in the Boston Museum of Science’s CS Ed Week activities, stating about Computers, Robots, and experts. - [Dr. Marina Bers Named Chair of Tufts University’s Eliot-Pearson Department of Child Study and Human Development](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/dr-marina-bers/) - Dr. Marina Bers has been named the new department chair of the Eliot-Pearson Department of Child Study and Human Development at Tufts University. - [KinderLab Robotics Launches Four New Curriculum Guides](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/four-new-curriculum-guides/) - KinderLab Robotics has expanded its KIBO curriculum with four new Curriculum Guides featuring over 40 hours of integrated STEAM activities for young learners. - [KinderLab Robotics Announces Lower Pricing and a New Introductory KIBO Robot Kit Just in Time for the Holiday Season](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kinderlab-robotics-announces-lower-pricing-and-a-new-introductory-kibo-robot-kit-just-in-time-for-the-holiday-season/) - KinderLab Robotics is introducing a new kit and new introductory pricing for the Holiday 2018 season. Find out more about these KIBO kits for young learners. - [KinderLab Robotics poll finds that over half of adults are concerned about teaching kids to code](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kinderlab-robotics-poll-finds-that-over-half-of-adults-are-concerned-about-teaching-kids-to-code/) - A KinderLab Robotics poll finds that over half of adults are concerned about teaching kids to code. We discuss how this ties to their own coding discomfort. - [KinderLab Robotics Announces New KIBO Guidebook to Enhance STEAM Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/new-kibo-guidebook-to-enhance-steam-education/) - KinderLab Robotics offers new curriculum, KIBO Guidebook, which provides lesson plans and setup for self-directed robotics activities for young learners. - [Hour of Code Event AI Projects for Beginners](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/two-new-kibo-ai-activities-available-for-the-hour-of-code-2023-event/) - We are thrilled to announce our participation in the worldwide Hour of Code event. Click here to view our Hour of Code Event AI projects for beginners. - [Bringing Playful STEAM Learning to Homeless Children](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/bringing-playful-steam-learning-to-homeless-children/) - See how Horizons for Homeless Children brought the screen-free robotic learning kits into their center to provide young learners with access to STEM technology. - [WBZ Radio: Tomorrow's Technology Today - Mitch Rosenberg Interview](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/wbz-radio-mitch-rosenberg-interview/) - Our CEO, Mitch Rosenberg, was interviewed during the WBZ Radio's "Tomorrow's Technology Today" segment discussing the KIBO robot and all it can offer young learners. Listen in as Mitch explains the importance of coding and digital literacy for young learners. - [Boston Channel 7 (WHDH): Urban Update with Mitch Rosenberg](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/3114-2/) - Watch KinderLab's CEO, Mitch Rosenberg, interview on Boston's Channel 7 News' Urban Update. Learn about KinderLab and KIBOSTEAM robotics for young learners. - [5 Ways to Apply for Technology Grants for Teachers](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/5-ways-to-apply-for-and-win-a-technology-grant-for-your-school/) - Read our blog for a breakdown of why technology grants for teachers are so competitive and tips on how to be awarded the money for programming resources. - [William Floyd School District: Cocoa & Coding - Moriches Elementary Kicks off Computer Science Education Week](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/cocoa-coding-moriches-elementary-kicks-off-computer-science-education-week/) - An elementary school shares an adorable way their students use the KIBO robot during their Cocoa & Coding Event to celebrate Computer Science Education Week. - [Splash Magazine: 2021 Valentine’s Day Gift Guide – A Little Something For Everyone](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/splash-magazine-2021-valentines-day-gift-guide-a-little-something-for-everyone/) - The editors of Splash Magazine's 2021 Valentine's Day Gift Guide included the KIBO robot as a gift for your favorite little valentine. Learn more about KIBO. - [Language Magazine: Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Early Grades Curriculum](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/language-magazine-artificial-intelligence-ai-in-early-grades-curriculum/) - Language Magazine writes about the new KIBO Robot curriculum, "Thinking with KIBO: Introducing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Early Grades". - [Smithsonian Magazine: Ten Engineer-Selected STEM Toys to Give as Gifts in 2023](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/smithsonian-magazine-ten-engineer-selected-stem-toys-to-give-as-gifts-in-2023/) - The KIBO Robot is listed as a top engineering toy in "Ten Engineer-Selected STEM Toys to Give as Gifts. Give the gift of expert-tested, educational STEM toys. - [Purdue University: 2023 Inspire Engineering Gift Guide](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/purdue-university-2023-inspire-engineering-gift-guide/) - The KIBO robot is a top 5 toy in the 2023 Purdue Inspire Gift Guide, which includes only extensively reviewed products for engineering-inspired holiday gifts. - [Huffington Post: Why STEM Toys Should Be on Your List for the Holidays](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/huffington-post-why-stem-toys-should-be-on-your-list-for-the-holidays/) - Read the latest KIBO News from The Huffington Post - [The Free Press: Camp Ignite offers AG and STEM Perspective to Summer Learning](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-free-press-camp-ignite-offers-ag-and-stem-perspective-to-summer-learning/) - Read how students combined KIBO robots, bird watching, research & collaboration for a STEM activity that meets real-world life science. Learn more! - [Noggin: Yes, Your Kid Can Code!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/noggin-yes-your-kid-can-code/) - Dr. Marina Bers describes that coding more than a STEM skill; it is open-ended creative play, social interactions, language development, and problem solving. - [Hour of Code: An Introduction to AI with KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/hour-of-code/hour-of-code-an-introduction-to-ai-with-kibo/) - In this Hour of Code activity, students will explore the big ideas of AI and see how they relate to their own experiences, through programming the KIBO robot. - [Hour of Code: AI - A KIBO Mars Rover](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/hour-of-code/hour-of-code-ai-a-kibo-mars-rover/) - In this Hour of Code activity, KIBO Mars Rover, students create a rover robot that uses its sensors and programg to explore a new environment while learning AI! - [Hour of Code: KIBO Singer](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/hour-of-code/kibo-singer/) - In this Hour of Code activity, KIBO Singer, students decorate their own KIBO robot as a singer, record their voice, and code a sequence for the performance! - [Hour of Code: Adding and Subtracting with KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/hour-of-code/adding-and-subtracting-with-kibo/) - In this Hour of Code activity, Adding and Subtracting with KIBO, students create a coding program to move their robot to model math concepts - adding and subtracting! - [Hour of Code: Teach Your KIBO Robot to Dance!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/hour-of-code/teach-your-kibo-robot-to-dance/) - In this Hour of Code activity, KIBO Dance Party, kids pick a song, decorate KIBO as a dancer, then create a program to teach their KIBO robot to dance to the music. - [Hour of Code: Let's Program Each Other!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/hour-of-code/lets-program-each-other/) - In this Hour of Code activity, Let's Program Each Other, students become programmers and robots by creating a sequence of instructions that their peers follow. - [Defined: Diving into STEM](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/defined-diving-into-stem/) - The KIBO robot appears in an article about incorporating STEM activities within the classroom to promote collaboration and develop essential 21st-century skills. - [Education Market Advisor: ISTELive 22 Interview](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/education-market-advisor-istelive-22-interview/) - Education Market Advisor interviewed KinderLab at the ISTELive 22 Conference, where they learned about KIBO and its value to educators of young children. - [The 74 Million: An Educator’s View: Preschoolers As Young as 2 Can Learn About Science — and Love It. Here’s How.](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-74-million-an-educators-view-preschoolers-as-young-as-2-can-learn-about-science-and-love-it-heres-how/) - Carmelo Piazza, executive dir. of Brooklyn Preschool of Science, shares his philosophy about incorporating science in everything, including using KIBO robots. - [EdTech Digest: Cool Tool - Thinking with KIBO: Introducing AI in Early Grades](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edtech-digest-cool-tool-thinking-with-kibo-introducing-ai-in-early-grades/) - EdTech Digest Cool Tool features the new "Thinking with KIBO: Introducing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Early Grades" curriculum to help kids understand AI. - [Marketscale: Combining Robotics and AI in Schools is a Sufficient Introduction to Prepare Students for a Tech-Centric Future](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/marketscale-combining-robotics-and-ai-in-schools-is-a-sufficient-introduction-to-prepare-students-for-a-tech-centric-future/) - Introduce the fundamental concepts of AI to young children through the use of hands-on tools, such as robotics. Through robotics, kids can learn how AI works - [WJZ CBS News Baltimore: Port Discovery is celebrating National Coding Week with a special robot for learning](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/wjz-cbs-news-baltimore-port-discovery-is-celebrating-national-coding-week-with-a-special-robot-for-learning/) - On WJZ CBN News in Baltimore, Rachel Demma from Port Discovery Children's Museum describes using KIBO to introduce young kids to CS, engineering and coding! - [Tufts' Playful Engineering-Based Learning: Saturday STEAM Academy Advances STEAM Skills of Young Learners in St. Louis](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/tufts-playful-engineering-based-learning-saturday-steam-academy-advances-steam-skills-of-young-learners-in-st-louis/) - Learn how The Urban League of St. Louis Head Start uses the KIBO robot to increase young learner's STEAM skills during their Saturday STEAM Academy sessions. - [eSchoolNews: 55 back-to-school tips and insights for a great year](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-55-back-to-school-tips-and-insights-for-a-great-year/) - Read expert advice on tip for back-to-school. Dr. Melissa Bradex from Wasco Union Elementary School District shares her insight on using KIBO in the new year. - [Tech&Learning: ISTELive 2023 News Roundup](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/techlearning-istelive-2023-news-roundup/) - In the Tech&Learning ISTELive 2023 roundup, they feature our new AI curriculum for early learners. With KIBO, kids can explore AI concepts in early childhood. - [NSTA: From Birding to Robotics: Integrating STEM Learning Through Community Collaboration](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/nsta-from-birding-to-robotics-integrating-stem-learning-through-community-collaboration/) - Read how students combined KIBO robots, bird watching, research, art & collaboration for a STEM education activity that meets real-world, hands-on life science. - [Wanderful Memories: Robot Fun - Exploring With KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/wanderful-memories-robot-fun-exploring-with-kibo/) - Wanderful Memories took the time over the holiday season to review KIBO and provided this blog and a series of videos their 3 children enjoying the robot. - [KinderLab Robotics Debuts AI Curriculum for Young Learners](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kinderlab-robotics-debuts-ai-curriculum-for-young-learners/) - KinderLab Robotics debuts its new and free AI curriculum, featuring 5 lessons designed to help students in grades 1–3 to understand how AI tools work with KIBO. - [KinderLab Robotics opens new headquarters in Waltham, Massachusetts](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kinderlab-robotics-opens-new-headquarters-in-waltham-massachusetts/) - Announcing KinderLab Robotics' new headquarters in Waltham, Massachusetts. - [KinderLab Introduces KIBO Robotics Course for the Youngest Homeschoolers](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kibo-robotics-course/) - The KIBO Home Robotics Course enables home educators and caregivers to introduce coding and robotics to their young learners without computers or screen time. - [KIBO holiday kits put coding concepts in kids’ hands](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kibo-holiday-kit/) - KinderLab Robotics has announced three new kits for its developmentally-appropriate programming robot, KIBO, for the holiday season. - [August 2016 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/august-2016-childs-play-newsletter/) - The page states about August 2016 of Child’s Play Newsletter which announces about KIBO Expression Module, the first of its kind to join the KIBO line up. - [Support for KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/support-for-kibo/) - Kibo robot kit from Kinderlab Robotics combines fun, math, technology, logic, expression and creativity in early children education. Do support the cause. - [School’s out for the summer: Keep ‘em coding](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/schools-out-for-the-summer-keep-em-coding/) - Kinderlab Robotics states about the usefulness of the KIBO and why is it just the perfect kit for kids during summer holidays. - [Screen-free Coding and Makerspaces in School](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/screen-free-coding-and-makerspaces-in-school/) - Makerspaces in schools are popping up everywhere but what are they and can they help kids learn valuable STEAM and coding skills? Learn more about Makerspaces - [Kids can code: Helping our children to shape their worlds](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/kids-can-code-helping-our-children-to-shape-their-worlds/) - This page states about Kinderlab Robotics working to help the children learn coding and cope up with the digital scene of 21st Century. - [Arts and Engineering with #KIBOCostume](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/arts-and-engineering-with-kibocostume/) - KIBO over here indulges kids in both arts and engineering by decorating the KIBO during Halloween. - [The Audubon Report: Birds and Robots - Providence’s Croft School Second Graders Learn Birding…and Robotics!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-audubon-report-birds-and-robots-providences-croft-school-second-graders-learn-birdingand-robotics/) - Read how 2nd graders explored birds and robotics at the Audubon Society. Kids decorated their KIBO robots as birds and programmed them to move, dance and chirp. - [eSchoolNews: Bringing Robots to Early Education Classrooms in Rural Nevada](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-bringing-robots-to-early-education-classrooms-in-rural-nevada/) - PBS Reno describes how their Curiosity Classroom program introduced PreK–4th grade students in underserved areas to the joys of coding with the KIBO robot. - [FETC: Future of Education Technology Conference to Highlight More Than 60 of Ed Tech’s Latest Innovations](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/fetc-future-of-education-technology-conference-to-highlight-more-than-60-of-ed-techs-latest-innovations/) - KinderLab was featured in FETC's new product roundup in advance of the FETC 2023 Conference, announcing the new KIBO Robot “STEAM Explorer” Classroom Package. - [eSchoolNews: Innovations in Education Podcast - Robotics Plays a Key Role in Early STEM Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-innovations-in-education-podcast-robotics-plays-a-key-role-in-early-stem-education/) - In this podcast, learn why robotics is the perfect way for younger students to introduce young learners to coding, computational thinking and design principles. - [Boston Herald: Robots Can Help us Teach our Kids Human Values](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/boston-herald-robots-can-help-us-teach-our-kids-human-values/) - Our co-founder, Dr. Marina Bers, shares her thoughts about how coding and robotics can also teach values to young children from her latest book “Beyond Coding". - [Finding Ada: How Children Learn Human Values through Programming Book Review](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/finding-ada-ald22-books-beyond-coding-prof-marina-umaschi-bers/) - Finding Ada explores our co-founder and chief scientist, Dr. Marina Bers' new book, Beyond Coding: How Children Learn Human Values through Programming. - [District Administration: 7 Tips for Teachers Who are Using Classroom Robots for the First Time](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/district-administration-7-tips-for-teachers-who-are-using-classroom-robots-for-the-first-time/) - Read 7 tips for teachers using robotics for the first time. It's easy when integrating coding across the curriculum and to motivate students with playful robotics. - [PBS Reno's Curiosity Classroom Robotics Program Has Served 25,200 Students Since 2021](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/pbs-renos-curiosity-classroom-robotics-program-has-served-25200-students-since-2021/) - Powered by 40+ educators and 225 KIBO robots, PBS Reno's Curiosity Classroom community outreach program brings STEAM and coding to students and families for fre. - [SmartBrief: Robotics and Values Can be Part of the Same Lessons](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/smartbrief-robotics-and-values-can-be-part-of-the-same-lessons/) - Dr. Marina Bers, shares how robotics and values are intertwined in their classroom, with lessons on generosity, perseverance and collaboration while coding. - [GauravTiwari.org: 10 Best Robotic STEM Toys for Children to Spark Creativity & Curiosity](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/gauravtiwari-org-10-best-robotic-stem-toys-for-children-to-spark-creativity-curiosity/) - The KIBO robot is one of the "10 Best Robotic STEM Toys for Children to Spark Creativity & Curiosity", as well as offering fine motor and problem-solving skills. - [Computer Science Teacher: KIBO at CSTA New England Regional Conference](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/computer-science-teacher-kibo-at-csta-new-england-regional-conference/) - While attending the annual CSTA New England Regional Conference, Alfred Thompson checked out the screen-free KIBO Robot and felt this was "pretty interesting"! - [THE Journal: 4 Hands-On STEAM Projects that Also Teach Other Skills](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-journal-4-hands-on-steam-projects-that-also-teach-other-skills/) - See 4 fun and engaging STEAM projects that help young learners with social-emotional learning, literacy, and engineering design process with or without robots. - [eSchoolNews: 3 Activities That Will Turn Classroom Robots into SEL Power Tools](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-3-activities-that-will-turn-classroom-robots-into-sel-power-tools/) - Kimbery Fogerty describes using the KIBO robot not only for STEAM lessons, but also for SEL. She explains how she blends the two in her favorite activities. - [Innovative KIBO Robot Curriculum and Products for Early STEAM Learning](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/innovative-kibo-robot-curriculum-and-products-for-early-steam-learning/) - KinderLab has enhanced its KIBO curriculum suite with 3 new and improved resources: KIBO Activity Cards, revised KIBO Assessment Workbooks, and KIBO Costumes. - [September 2021 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/september-2021-childs-play-newsletter/) - The September 2021 Child's Play Newsletter provides resources to help educators now that school is back in session, including KIBO activities and whitepapers. - [THE Journal: 4 Keys to Robotics Activities for Young Learners](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-journal-4-keys-to-robotics-activities-for-young-learners/) - Thisl article describes introducing robotics to young learners when in a makerspace to offer an engaging, collaborative, creative and standards-based approach. - [STEAM Without the Screen: Education Post-Pandemic](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/steam-without-the-screen-education-post-pandemic/) - Screen-free robotics like KIBO offers kids the chance to engage with technology in a more active, less passive way, offering STEAM learning without screens. - [3WTKR News: Virginia Beach Public Libraries Offer Free Classes on Computer Basics & Coding](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/3wtkr-news-virginia-beach-public-libraries-offer-free-classes-on-computer-basics-coding/) - 3WTKR News went to the Virginia Beach Public Library to learn about their free coding classes offered to the public, including their courses with KIBO robots. - [eSchoolNews: 96 EdTech Predictions for K12 in 2019](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-96-edtech-predictions-for-k12-in-2019/) - In this article, eSchoolNews shares thoughts from 49 EdTech executives, including our own Jason Innes, on their educational predictions for K12 in 2019. - [EdTech Digest: Putting the ‘Fun’ in Fundamental Concepts](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edtech-digest-putting-the-fun-in-fundamental-concepts/) - This article features 2 educators and how they use robotics to help them make lessons playful while experimenting, designing and testing to bring lessons to life. - [Cool Cat Teacher: 7 Things to Know About Coding in the Early Childhood Classroom](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/cool-cat-teacher-7-things-to-know-about-coding-in-the-early-childhood-classroom/) - Listen to Dr. Marina Bers discussing her research findings about how young children can use hands-on programming that within the early childhood classroom. - [All the Moms: 11 STEM Toys you Should Absolutely Buy Your Kids for the Holidays](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/all-the-moms-11-stem-toys-you-should-absolutely-buy-your-kids-for-the-holidays/) - The KIBO robot is included in the gift guide, "11 STEM toys you should absolutely buy your kids for the holidays". KIBO makes the perfect gift for your young learner. - [January 2019 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/january-2019/) - Read the January 2019 Newsletter to learn more about KinderLab's new core curriculum "Growing with KIBO"! progressive curriculum and the KIBO Ambassador Program. - [Holiday Gift Guide Issue 3](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/holiday-gift-guide-issue-3/) - The KIBO robot has been included in Creative Child's Holiday Gift Guide. Learn how KIBO is the perfect gift for your young learner for playful, STEAM learning. - [Hour of Code: KIBO the Playful Animal](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/hour-of-code/kibo-the-playful-animal/) - In this Hour of Code activity, KIBO The Playful Animal, students decorate a robot animal and program it to act out its movements and sounds to bring the animal to life. - [Hour of Code: Create Your Dream Car with KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/hour-of-code/create-your-dream-car-with-kibo/) - In this Hour of Code activity, Create Your Dream Car with KIBO, students create and design their “dream car”, then program a sequence to get their car moving! - [Hour of Code: KIBO Craft and Build Drop Test](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/hour-of-code/kibo-craft-and-build-drop-test/) - In this Hour of Code activity, KIBO Craft and Build Drop Test, students create models on their robot, drop them to test their sturdiness, and refine their designs. - [Hour of Code: Expressing Happiness with KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/hour-of-code/expressing-happiness-with-kibo/) - In this Hour of Code activity, Expressing Happiness with KIBO, students together create a program for KIBO using the sensors to expresses a feeling of happiness. - [Hour of Code: The KIBO Snowplow](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/hour-of-code/the-kibo-snowplow/) - In this Hour of Code activity, KIBO Snowplow, students design, test, and improve snowplow robots that can help clean up the town of the cotton-ball snow. - [Analytics Insight: Why Robotics in Early Education is Important for a STEM Future?](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/analytics-insight-why-robotics-in-early-education-is-important-for-a-stem-future/) - This article discusses why robotics is so important to introduce in early education, for children relating classroom concepts with practical applications. - [Town Topics: Variety of YWCA Princeton Summer Activities Available for Young Children Through Age 12](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/town-topics-variety-of-ywca-princeton-summer-activities-available-for-young-children-through-age-12/) - The YWCA in Princeton will include the KIBO robot for kids ages 4-8 in their summer programs for enrichment activities to engage key areas of development. - [Newsbreak: Parkview Students Enjoy Addition of Robots to STEAM Program](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/newsbreak-parkview-students-enjoy-addition-of-robots-to-steam-program/) - The Parkview School describes their use of the KIBO robot as part of their school's STEAM program, for their kindergarten through 2nd-graders to learn coding. - [PRP Group: Why External Validation Makes it Easier to Sell Your EdTech Products](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/prp-group-why-external-validation-makes-it-easier-to-sell-your-edtech-products/) - Learn about the importance of research and efficacy, aligning with state standards, and early adopters when designing products and curriculum within edtech. - [Marketscale: Should Teachers Use AI to Promote STEM Education?](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/marketscale-should-teachers-use-ai-to-promote-stem-education/) - Jason Innes answers MarketScale's question "Should Teachers Use AI to Promote STEM Education?" with an early education and STEM lens in this video response. - [The Boston Globe: Proposed Child Care Grant Funding Allows Programs to Invest in Educators](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-boston-globe-proposed-child-care-grant-funding-allows-programs-to-invest-in-educators/) - The KIBO robot was featured at Horizons for Homeless Children in The Boston Globe article discussing the MA Commonwealth Cares for Children grant program. - [EdTech Digest: Cool Tool – KIBO 21 STEAM Explorer Bundle](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edtech-digest-cool-tool-kibo-21-steam-explorer-bundle/) - In EdTech Digest's Cool Tool, read about the new KIBO 21 STEAM Explorer Bundle which gives you everything you need for a classroom or makerspace for STEAM learning. - [KinderLab Robotics Announces KIBO Resources and Curriculum to Support Blended and Distance Learning for Early Childhood](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kibo-blended-and-distance-learning/) - KinderLab Robotics announces STEM resources and curriculum to support distance and blended learning with KIBO, the hands-on, screen-free robotics kit for kids. - [Blending Blended Learning & KinderLab’s KIBO - the Screen-Free Coding Robot](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/blending-blended-learning-kinderlabs-kibo-the-screen-free-coding-robot/) - In the uncharted territory of this school year, KIBO, the screen free coding robot, offers options for both distance and blended learning of young children. - [KMAX: KIBO Appears on Good Day Sacramento!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/kmax-kibo-appears-on-good-day-sacramento/) - Watch KIBO on TV on KMAX News in Sacramento. KIBO appeared on the news KMAX's Good Day Sacramento on December 9th. In this segment, Jeff Miller shows off KIBO on the morning holiday segment. - [edWeb.net: FETC 2023 - Networking, Learning, and Celebrating Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edweb-net-fetc-2023-networking-learning-and-celebrating-education/) - edWeb.net met with KinderLab while at FETC 2023, where we discussed our dedication to universal STEAM literacy with the KIBO screen-free STEAM robot. - [Baltimore Fish Bowl: Fun with Bee-Bot and KIBO - Coding with Friends School’s Youngest Learners](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/baltimore-fish-bowl-fun-with-bee-bot-and-kibo-coding-with-friends-schools-youngest-learners/) - The Friends School shares their experiences using the KIBO Robot to introduce computer science and coding to their youngest learners that is both engaging and fun! - [eSchoolNews: 35 EdTech Innovations we saw at FETC 2023](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-35-edtech-innovations-we-saw-at-fetc-2023/) - eSchoolNews includes the KIBO screen-free STEAM robot in the FETC 2023 show roundup where they found that KIBO connects the arts with computer science. - [KOLO 8 ABC News: PBS Reno Teaching Kids STEAM Through a Robotics Program](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/kolo-8-abc-news-pbs-reno-teaching-kids-steam-through-a-robotics-program/) - Learn about PBS Reno's Curiousity Robotics Program and how they bring STEAM robotics, including KIBO, to children that might not otherwise have access throughout NV. - [K-12 Leaders: On a Mission - FETC 2023 Roundup](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/k-12-leaders-on-a-mission-fetc-2023-roundup/) - KinderLab met with Michael Bronder from K-12 Leaders while at FETC 2023. In this Roundup article, he speaks of our mission bout the the STEM Participation Gap. - [National Afterschool Association: Summer 2022 Product and Services Catalog](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/national-afterschool-association-summer-2022-product-and-services-catalog/) - The KIBO screen-free robot is included in the National Afterschool Association's summer catalog for those looking for solutions in afterschool and summer programs. - [Britannica for Parents: Your Tech Savvy Preschooler](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/britannica-for-parents/) - This article discusses how a tech savvy preschooler is a child who is curious about how things work and is learning to use age-appropriate technology wisely. - [KIBO heads to the big retail show in New York City](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/kibo-heads-to-the-big-retail-show-in-new-york-city/) - Over here KIBO is working the floor to the big retail show in New York City, held by The National Retail Federation. - [We’re getting closer: A look at KIBO’s manufacturing line](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/a-look-at-kibos-manufacturing-line/) - This blog gives you the details about Kibo robot, who is in its final stages of the manufacturing process. - [Turning Programming Into Child’s Play](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/turning-programming-into-childs-play/) - As early childhood education is steadily evolving, using robotics like kibo, from Kinderlab Robotics, to teach computer programming is common now. - [Learning Counsel: App of the Week - KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/learning-counsel-app-of-the-week-kibo/) - Learning Counsel has chosen KIBO as their App of the Week in early April 2021. Learn more about the creative screen-free STEAM coding robot for 4-7 year-olds. - [District Administration: Stimulus tips - 12 Solutions for Healthier, Enriched Learning Environments](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/district-administration-stimulus-tips-11-solutions-for-healthier-enriched-learning-environments/) - District Administration discusses 11 solutions to help schools recover from COVID that can be purchased through funding from the American Rescue Plan. - [District Administration: Stimulus Strides - 4 Ways Robotics Blends STEAM and SEL](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/district-administration-stimulus-strides-4-ways-robotics-blends-steam-and-sel/) - Jason Innes, our Director of Curriculum, Training & Product Management discusses how robotics can take a lead role in tackling learning loss & supporting SEL. - [Gear Hungry: KIBO Robot Kit - Hands-on Coding for Kiddos](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/gear-hungry-kibo-robot-kit-hands-on-coding-for-kiddos/) - In this Gear Hungry article, the KIBO robot is reviewed and found that KIBO develops your child's resiliency, logical reasoning, and problem-solving skills. - [InStyle Magazine: Your Most Picky Relatives Are No Match for InStyle's Editors' Picks Gift Guide](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/instyle-magazine-your-most-picky-relatives-are-no-match-for-instyles-editors-picks-gift-guide/) - InStyle Magazine issued its 2020 holiday gift guide with handpicked items for everyone on your list...including the KIBO robot for gifts for the kiddies! - [Thrive Global: Start with a Strong, Clear Vision](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/thrive-global-start-with-a-strong-clear-vision/) - Dr. Marina Bers, as part of the series about “Lessons From Inspirational Women in STEM and Tech,” is interviewed and discusses her role ,as a woman in STEM. - [District Administration: How a Teacher Codes with Special Needs Students who are Deaf](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/district-administration-tlc/) - Teachers from The Learning Center for the Deaf uses KIBO to with their students to learn the engineering design process and to develop their coding skills. - [Java John Z's: Learn to Program with the KinderLab Robotics KIBO Robot Kit](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/java-john-zs-learn-to-program-with-the-kinderlab-robotics-kibo-robot-kit/) - KIBO is reviewed by the team of Java John Z's where they found KIBO easy and fun to work with to learn how to code, from from a 4 year old to their parents. - [District Administration: How Robots Excel at Access for Students with Autism](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/disitrict-administration-how-robots-excel-at-access-for-students-with-autism/) - Students on the autism spectrum are finding comfort in working with robots on coding, social-emotional skills as well as in their learning core subjects. - [Purdue University: 2019 Engineering Gift Guide](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/purdue/) - After extensive testing KIBO robot is included in the 2019 Engineering Gift Guide from Purdue University. KIBO is included in the Coding category for kids 4+. - [Christ Centered Gamer: Review - KIBO 21 Robot Kit](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/christ-centered-gamer-review-kibo-21-robot-kit/) - In this review, Cheryl from Christ Centered Gamer checked out the KIBO 21 Robot Kit and found it would be great for educational and homeschooling environments. - [ParentGuide: Last Minute Gift Ideas for the Procrastinator](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/parentguide-last-minute-gift-ideas-for-the-procrastinator/) - The KIBO robot is included in ParentGuide's Last Minute Gift Ideas for the Procrastinator Guide! Check out the 6 gift ideas for the procrastinator. - [Robot Enthusiast: 2018 Holiday Gift Guide for the Robotics Fans on Your List](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/robot-enthusiast/) - The KIBO robot is included in Robot Enthusiast's 2018 Holiday Gift Guide for the Robotics Fans on Your List. See the wide robot gift options available. - [The Mac Observer: 2018 Holiday Gift Guide](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-mac-observer-2018-holiday-gift-guide/) - The Mac Observer includes the KIBO robot in their 2018 Holiday Gift Guide. In this 2018 holiday gift guide. they include cool products and services. - [Mums Make List: Kids Coding Tools, Gadgets and Robots](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/mums-make-list-kids-coding-tools-gadgets-and-robots/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Mums Make List. - [Educational Tech Videos: Holiday Gift Guide](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/educational-tech-videos-holiday-gift-guide/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Educational Tech Videos. - [Educational Tech Videos: Holiday Gift Ideas](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/educational-tech-videos-holiday-gift-ideas/) - The KIBO Educational Toy Robot is in Educational Tech Video's Holiday Gift recap of favorite devices to help support computational thinking, coding, and making. - [Nibletz: KinderLab Robotics Expands KIBO Curriculum](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/nibletz-kinderlab-robotics-expands-kibo-curriculum/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Nibletz about Curriculum - [KinderLab Robotics Announces New Marker Extension Set for KIBO Robot Kit](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kinderlab-robotics-announces-new-marker-extension-set-for-kibo-robot-kit/) - KinderLab Robotics Press Release on the new Marker Extension Set. - [Hashtag MomFail: The Practical Christmas Gift Guide for the Mediocre Mom](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/hashtag-momfail-the-practical-christmas-gift-guide-for-the-mediocre-mom/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Hashtag Mom Fail. KIBO was reviewed and included in their Christmas Guide "The Practical Christmas Gift Guide for the Mediocre Mom". - [Nibletz: Tatum Tech TV - Tatum Takes A Look At KIBO From KinderLab Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/nibletz-tatum-tech-tv-tatum-takes-a-look-at-kibo-from-kinderlab-robotics/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Nibletz. Tatum, a 10 year old reviewer at Nibletz reviews KIBO. Read more and watch Tatum play with KIBO in the video. - [TTPM: KIBO 21 Robot Kit Review](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/ttpm-kibo-21-robot-kit-review/) - Read the latest KIBO News from TTPM. Toys, Tots, Pets & More (TTPM) conducted an editorial review of KIBO. Read on for the full review as well as a video using KIBO. - [Nibletz Video: 10 Year Old EdTech Reporter Talks With KinderLab Robotics, Jason Innes at FETC 2018](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/nibletz-video-10-year-old-edtech-reporter-talks-with-kinderlab-robotics-jason-innes-at-fetc-2018/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Nibletz Video from FETC - [Nibletz: No Preschool Isn’t Too Young To Start Coding](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/nibletz-coding/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Nibletz. Nibletz came by the KinderLab booth at FETC 2018 and describes their experience with KIBO. "With Kibo there’s really no wrong way to program him, kids just might need to change the program to do make it do what they want it to do. That speaks to the foundational core of coding." - [Sharing a KIBO – and sharing our mission](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/sharing-a-kibo-and-sharing-our-mission/) - Here is a chance to win a free KIBO robot only by following the page of Kinderlab Robotics on Social Media. - [New Book Explores Coding, Creating, and Play in Early Childhood](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/new-book-explores-coding-creating-and-play-in-early-childhood/) - KinderLab Robotics Press Release on Marina Bers' New Book - [KIBO from KinderLab Robotics wins 2017 Parents’ Choice Gold Award in the Toy Category](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kibo-from-kinderlab-robotics-wins-2017-parents-choice-gold-award-in-the-toy-category/) - KIBO Wins a 2017 Parent's Choice Award in the Toy Catgeory - [How to Prepare Preschoolers for an Automated Economy](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/how-to-prepare-preschoolers-for-an-automated-economy/) - A recent New York Times article discusses preparing preschoolers for an automated economy. Dr. Marina Bers discusses how KIBO’s screen-free design can help. - [Robots through time: Celebrating National Robotics Week](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/robots-through-time-national-robotics-week/) - This time Kinderlab Robotics celebrates National Robotics Week, which is in its 6th year, inspiring students, of all ages to take up careers in STEM and Robotics. - [A case for continuous Kinder-innovation](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/continuous-kinder-innovation/) - KinderLab Robotics is in the case of innovation that will not destroy the childhood 4-7-year-olds and it will be informative as well. - [Spring into coding: Clean out your kid’s electronics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/spring-into-coding/) - KIBO: the robot kit which uses wooden blocks and no screens to teach children between the ages of 4 and 7 to code. - [Learning to Think Like a Computer](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/learning-to-think-like-a-computer/) - A child program where the children of this kindergarten class, are made to think like computers by playing with blocks bearing terms like ‘spin’ and ‘shake’. - [El robot que da clases junto a niños con autismo](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/el-robot-que-da-clases-junto-a-ninos-con-autismo/) - The page states about the researchers working with CASPAN to find out whether KIBO can collaborate with autistic kids and solve their problems. - [Tips from the Classroom: Dan Riles on Introducing KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/tips-from-the-classroom-dan-riles-on-introducing-kibo/) - KinderLab shares the information of the collaborative process in which Technology Specialist Dan Riles, introduced KIBO to young students in his classroom. - [KinderLab Robotics Donates Robot Kits to Connect Schools in Pennsylvania and Guatemala](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kinderlab-robotics-donates-robot-kits-to-connect-schools-in-pennsylvania-and-guatemala/) - KinderLab Robotics donates robot kits to connect schools in Pennsylvania and Guatemala. This international STEAM collaboration brings students together with coding! - [Jewish Link: Yavneh Academy to Celebrate 80 Years](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/jewish-link-yavneh-academy-to-celebrate-80-years/) - The KIBO robot is just a small part of the success that the Yavneh Academy Jewish Day School has had. KIBO has given their students a love for STEM at a young age. - [District Administration: 5 Reasons We Should Add Coding as Another Language in ELA](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/district-administration-5-reasons-we-should-add-coding-as-another-language-in-ela/) - This article describes 5 reasons coding engages students in reading and writing to help reinforce literacy concepts. Coding offers a new way of thinking and expression. - [Marketscale: Robotics in Early Learning Can Be Essential in How Students React to STEM Literacy](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/marketscale-robotics-in-early-learning-can-be-essential-in-how-students-react-to-stem-literacy/) - In this video, learn about the impreating of early learning robotics is in how students learn STEM literacy, computational thinking and social emotional learning. - [ZDNET: The Best Robot Toys for Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/zdnet-the-best-robot-toys-for-kids/) - KIBO is included as one of ZDNET's best robot toys for kids! These STEM robot kits spark the imagination of kids and help them hone tech skills they'll need. - [Get Ed Funding: 3 Ways to Build a Case for (and Win) Early Learning STEAM Robotics Grants](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/get-ed-funding/) - In this blog learn 3 ways to win STEAM robotics grants. Look for products that are research-backed, evidence-based, flexible, and offer ongoing PD & curriculum. - [Dad Life: Video Review - Boston's Museum of Science: KIBO Robot](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/dad-life-video-review-bostons-museum-of-science-kibo-robot/) - In this video review, Dad Life checks out the KIBO robot at Boston's Museum of Science, where he found KIBO to be an excellent way to get kids into programming. - [Nature: Coding for Kids - Books in Brief](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/nature-coding-for-kids-books-in-brief/) - Nature reviews Marina Bers's new book, Beyond Coding. They found the book engaging when thinking about merging ethics and moral education with KIBO programming. - [SmartBrief: You Can’t Teach Robotics without SEL](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/smartbrief-you-cant-teach-robotics-without-sel/) - Two educators feature KIBO in this article about how students can learn social-emotional skills and STEAM concepts at the same time through coding and robotics. - [Big Deal Media: 3 Ways to Build a Case for (and Win) Early Learning STEAM Robotics Grants](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/big-deal-media-3-ways-to-build-a-case-for-and-win-early-learning-steam-robotics-grants/) - This blog shares how to make the case and win a grant to bring coding and robotics to young learners to support the development of computational thinking and STEAM skills. - [Try Engineering: The Best STEM Toys](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/try-engineering-the-best-stem-toys/) - KIBO is included in Try Engineering's Best STEM Toys. KIBO was reviewed by the writer and approved by her 3 children! KIBO is called "A Limitless Robot". - [Pahrump Valley Times: Manse One of Three Nevada Schools to get Navarro STEM Grant](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/pahrump-valley-times-manse-one-of-three-nevada-schools-to-get-navarro-stem-grant/) - Pahrump Valley’s Manse Elementary School in NV was able to secure a grant to obtain STEM solutions, including the KIBO robot, to bolster their STEAM curriculum. - [eSchoolNews: 7 Educators Share Back-to-School Action Plans](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-7-educators-share-back-to-school-action-plans/) - eSchoolNews shares back to school action plans from 7 educators, who shed light on their plans, from early childhood education to STEAM and robotics, including KIBO! - [Drone Legends: Best STEM Education Companies 2022-2023](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/drone-legends-best-stem-education-companies-2022-2023/) - KinderLab is listed as one of the most notable STEM education companies. Here, they feature innovative education companies with the tools students need to excel. - [Tech&Learning: What is KIBO and How Can it Be Used to Teach? Tips & Tricks](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/techlearning-what-is-kibo-and-how-can-it-be-used-to-teach-tips-tricks/) - Tech&Learning came by to meet the KIBO robot at the ISTELive 22 Conference. Learn more about their evaluation of KIBO for educators in their Tips & Tricks. - [eSchoolNews: 46 EdTech Innovations at ISTELive 22](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-46-edtech-innovations-at-istelive-22/) - KIBO is included as one of the edtech products that have proven invaluable during the pandemic and one of the most innovative new and evolving edtech tools. - [eSchoolNews: How Age-Appropriate Tech Inspires Preschoolers (and their Teachers)](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-how-age-appropriate-tech-inspires-preschoolers-and-their-teachers/) - In this article, Carmelo Piazza from the Brooklyn Preschool of Science, discusses using robots to make computational learning fun and as an outlet for free exploration. - [eSchoolNews: 6 Tools to Help Kids Learn Coding and Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-6-tools-to-help-kids-learn-coding-and-robotics/) - This article discusses coding and robotics tools which help students develop critical skills for success. Introduce students to coding and robotics early! - [District Administration: 6 Keys to Finding and Implementing STEAM PD](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/district-administration-6-keys-to-finding-and-implementing-steam-pd/) - Learn the 6 keys to finding and implementing STEAM PD when using ESSER funds for ed-tech investments that come with flexible and ongoing professional development. - [South Pasadenan: Arroyo Vista Elementary-Collaborative Work Spaces Launched](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/south-pasadenan-arroyo-vista-elementary-collaborative-work-spaces-launched/) - Arroyo Vista Elementary discuss their new makerspace, and its commitment to inspiring and educating with innovatiive solutions, including the KIBO robot. - [Penn State: 'Making and Education' Course and Maker Faire Promote Experimenting, Exploring](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/penn-state-making-and-education-course-and-maker-faire-promote-experimenting-exploring/) - A Penn State maker course and maker faire uses physical tools, like the KIBO robot, and low-tech maker activities to promote experimenting and creating. - [Tech&Learning: How Robots Connect Students, Families, and Educators](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/techlearning-how-robots-connect-students-families-and-educators/) - An early STEM educator shares her expertise of using playful, hands-on robots for young children to learn foundational concepts with the supports of their families. - [EdWeek: Can Computer Coding Be Used to Teach Values? This Scholar Thinks So](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edweek-can-computer-coding-be-used-to-teach-values-this-scholar-thinks-so/) - Our co-founder, Dr. Marina Bers, using the metaphor of a “palette of virtues”, describes how coding creates opportunities to explore moral and personal values. - [April 2022 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/april-2022-childs-play-newsletter/) - In this newsletter, we share all that is going on at KinderLab and KIBO, including: recent press articles, webinars, a discount on Marinas new book, and more! - [AI: Top 10 AI and Robotics EdTech Companies](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/ai-top-10-ai-and-robotics-edtech-companies/) - KinderLab Robotics is listed as a key player in the EdTech industry and transforming the way young people learn, by offering the KIBO robot to young students. - [Edutopia: Marina Umaschi Bers on Coding as an Essential Form of Literacy](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edutopia-coding-as-an-essential-form-of-literacy/) - Dr. Marina Bers describes an educator using the KIBO robot with her students, providing not only coding and robotics instruction, but resilence and collaboration. - [eSchoolNews: 3 Ways to Turn Classroom Robots into Powerful SEL Tools](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-3-ways-to-turn-classroom-robots-into-powerful-sel-tools/) - This article describes how a Lead Makerspace Educator uses the classroom KIBO robot for STEAM lessons as well as a tool for social-emotional learning. - [EdWeb Podcast: Integrate SEL and Human Values with Coding and Robotics in PreK-3 Classrooms](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edweb-podcast-integrate-sel-and-human-values-with-coding-and-robotics-in-prek-3-classrooms/) - Listen in on our co-founder and Chief Scientist, Dr. Marina Bers on the podcast "Integrate SEL and Human Values with Coding and Robotics in PreK-3 Classrooms". - [EdSurge: How Coding Teaches Virtuous Skills Like Patience](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edsurge-how-coding-teaches-virtuous-skills-like-patience/) - Our co-founder and Chief Scientist, Marina Umaschi Bers, shares an excerpt from her upcoming book about how coding and robotics help students learn human virtues. - [EdTech Digest: What's the State of Education, The Role of Technology - and What Lies Ahead?](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edtech-digest-whats-the-state-of-education-the-role-of-technology-and-what-lies-ahead/) - In EdTech Digest's State of EdTech 2022-2023 Guide, Mitch Rosenberg, KinderLab's CEO is interviewed for his predictions for EdTech for 2022-2023. - [January 2022 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/january-2022-childs-play-newsletter/) - In the January Child's Play Newsletter, we provide resources to help educators, including a webinar in March with Dr. Bers, Curriculum, KIBO extensions and more! - [Edutopia: Incorporating Robotics Across the Curriculum](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edutopia-incorporating-robotics/) - This Edutopia article discusses how teachers looking to incorporate STEM and computer science (CS) into their curriculum should consider robotics in any subject. - [Seacoast Online: Newfields Elementary School to Start New Robotics Program](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/seacoast-online-newfields-elementary-school-to-start-new-robotics-program/) - Newfields Elementary School was awarded a Robotics Education Development Program grant and will be including KIBO robots in their K-5 STEAM robotics program. - [SmartBrief: Integrating Culture and History with Robots](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/smartbrief-integrating-culture-and-history-with-robots/) - Helen Schwartz from the New England Jewish Academy shares her experience of combining STEM learning with lessons about Jewish holidays with the KIBO robot. - [THE Journal: Robotics Connects Young Learners to Core Curriculum and Each Other](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-journal-robotics-connects-young-learners-to-core-curriculum-and-each-other/) - This article describes how robotics can connect students through collaborative lessons and help accelerate learning for all students in math, literacy, and SEL. - [Life in a House: 2021 Holiday Gift Guide - KIBO Robot Costumes and Throw Extension Kit](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/life-in-a-house-2021-holiday-gift-guide-kibo-robot-costumes-and-throw-extension-kit/) - We are excited that the KIBO robot is included in Life in a House's 2021 Gift Guide. KIBO offers creative and imaginative play in a screen-free way! - [ZDnet: David's Wacky and Wonderful Holiday Gift Guide 2021](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/zdnet-davids-wacky-and-wonderful-holiday-gift-guide-2021/) - In this ZDnet Gift Guide, David Gewirtz reviews KIBO and includes the playful screen-free robot in this year's gift guide for those looking for a unique gift. - [TechCrunch: Gift Guide - 20+ STEM Toy Gift Ideas for Aspiring Young Builders](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/techcrunch-gift-guide-20-stem-toy-gift-ideas-for-aspiring-young-builders/) - Check out the TechCrunch holiday gift guide "Gift Guide: 20+ STEM toy gift ideas for aspiring young builders" where KIBO is included as a hands-on STEM product! - [CNN: Tech for Good - How STEM Toys Teach Kids Programming Skills](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/cnn-tech-for-good-how-stem-toys-teach-kids-programming-skills/) - On CNN Dr. Marina Bers, our co-founder and chief scientist is interviewed where she discusses how young learners can use KIBO to learn coding and become good citizens. - [NPR: Teaching Matters - Science and Imagination](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/npr-teaching-matters-science-and-imagination/) - In this NPR Podcast, learn one educators' approach of inspiring his learners, focusing on scientific discovery to unlock students' imagination with inquiry-based methods. - [The Edvocate: PreK Curriculum Apps, Tools, and Resources That We Love](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-edvocate-prek-curriculum-apps-tools-and-resources-that-we-love/) - The Edvocate includes the KIBO robot in their listing of their favorite PreK curriculum, apps and tools. KIBO engages PreK students to learn STEAM concepts. - [Edutopia: Screen-Free Computational Thinking](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edutopia-screen-free-computational-thinking/) - This article describes the benefits of screen free programming for elementary students, where they learn logic through collaborative physical activities vs. online. - [The 74: To Welcome Students Back to In-Person Learning, Build a Coding ‘Playground’ to Boost Their Academic & Social-Emotional Skills](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-74-to-welcome-students-back-to-in-person-learning-build-a-coding-playground-to-boost-their-academic-social-emotional-skills/) - Dr. Marina Bers describes how coding can help students get up to speed in both academic and social-emotional skills when they return to in-person learning. - [EdTech Digest: Cool Tools - KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edtech-digest-cool-tools-kibo/) - In this EdTech Digest Cool Tool article, they find KIBO helps re-engage students with in-person learning, practice SEL skills, and recover lost ground. - [Tufts Now: Training Teachers on Educational Technology, Now and for the Future](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/tufts-now-training-teachers-on-educational-technology-now-and-for-the-future/) - The Tufts University Early Childhood Technology program empowers educators of young children to use edtech, such as KIBO, where children can learn and create. - [THE Journal: Tools, Games, and Products to Engage Girls in Pre-K through Early Elementary School](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-journal-tools-games-and-products-to-engage-girls-in-pre-k-through-early-elementary-school/) - Dr. Amanda Sullivan describes tools, games and products that girls as early as preschool can use to practice foundational STEM skills, including the KIBO robot. - [March 2021 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/march-2021-childs-play-newsletter/) - In our March 2021 Newsletter, learn more about using KIBO to recover lost learning and SEL, and six other things you need to know about KinderLab and KIBO! - [THE Journal: Forever Changed - Education Predictions for 2021](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-journal-forever-changed-education-predictions-for-2021/) - THE Journal asked edtech leaders for their predictions in K-12 EdTech in 2021. See all the predictions on what they expect — or look forward to in education. - [Daddy Mojo: KIBO 10 Home Edition, Go-to Coding at Home for Ages 4-7](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/daddy-mojo-kibo-10-home-edition-go-to-coding-at-home-for-ages-4-7/) - In this review, Daddy Mojo found that KIBO is a screen-free coding toy that parents of young ones should check out to teach kids the way computers think. - [eSchoolNews: 29 K-12 EdTech Predictions for 2021](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-29-k-12-edtech-predictions-for-2021/) - eSchoolNews shares 29 EdTech leaders' predictions about where they think edtech for schools and districts is headed in 2021. See all their EdTech predictions. - [Live Science: The Best Coding Toys for Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/live-science-the-best-coding-toys-for-kids/) - The KIBO robot is included as one of the best coding toys for kids, ages 3-7. There are many coding toys to choose from, and here are some of their favorites. - [This Mama Loves: Gift Ideas for Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/this-mama-loves/) - This Mama Loves includes the KIBO Home Edition in this year's gift guide. Kids will love receiving one of these gifts from this holiday list for under $200! - [Lille Punkin: STEM Solutions Kids Love - KIBO 15 Home Edition](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/lille-punkin-stem-solutions-kids-love-kibo-15-home-edition/) - Lille Punkin reviewed the new KIBO Home Edition and found her kids not only had fun with the KIBO robot but learned coding in a unique and screen-free way. - [SC Living: Technology for the Holidays](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/sc-living-technology-for-the-holidays/) - SC Living provides its 4 choices for technology gifts to give for the holodays, including the KIBO robot kit, which will engage everyone, including parents! - [Medium: The Best Gifts for Everyone in 2020](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/medium-the-best-gifts-for-everyone-in-2020/) - This holiday gift guide provides the best holiday gifts for families, kids who crave the hottest toys, and for parents who need to lure kids away from screens. - [Finding Debra: Gifts for Kids 2020](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/finding-debra-gifts-for-kids-2020/) - KIBO was included in Finding Debra's 2020 Holiday Gift Guide for Kids. KIBO provides families an afforable, playful, screen-free coding and engineering toy. - [Mamas Uncut: Learning, Creating, Excitement, Oh My! Here Are 32 of the Best Educational Christmas Toys of 2020](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/mamas-uncut-learning-creating-excitement-oh-my-32-of-the-best-educational-christmas-toys-of-2020/) - Mamas Uncut holiday gift guide shares their picks for this year's best educational and fun toys for all the kids on your list, including the KIBO robot! - [Motherhood Moment: Consumer Critique - KIBO Home Edition](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/motherhood-moment-consumer-critique-kibo-home-edition/) - Motherhood Moment checked out KIBO and found KIBO to be a fun (and screen-free) way to get kids introduced to the elements of coding and STEM concepts. - [Gear Diary: 2020 Toy Gift Guide - For the Young and Young at Heart](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/gear-diary-2020-toy-gift-guide-for-the-young-and-young-at-heart/) - The KIBO Home Edition is included in this holiday gift guide, providing gift ideas for your young one that will excite, entertain, and possibly teach. - [The Toy Insider: Learn Coding From Home with the KinderLab Robotics Coding Kits](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-toy-insider-learn-coding-from-home-with-the-kinderlab-robotics-coding-kits/) - The Toy Insider finds that KIBO gives children a break from the screens and provides them a creative way for kids to learn coding and fosters STEM skills at home. - [Thifty Nifty Mommy: The Best Educational Gifts For Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/thifty-nifty-mommy-the-best-educational-gifts-for-kids/) - This gift guide provides a listing of the best educational gifts for kids to keep the learning going while spending more time at home, including the KIBO robot! - [The Role of Arts in STEAM Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/the-role-of-arts-in-steam-education/) - Guest contributor Romina Jordan explains why today’s early educators have incorporated STEAM curriculum, teaching kids STEM skills by incorporating the arts. - [GameTyrant: KIBO Home Edition is an Awesome Holiday Gift for Kids Learning to Code](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/gametyrant-kibo-home-edition-is-an-awesome-holiday-gift-for-kids-learning-to-code/) - GameTryant reviews KIBO and finds its a great gift to introduce kids into the world of coding and robots by offering them a fun experience for the entire family. - [Communal News: Most Productive Educational STEM Toys for 5 Year Old Geniuses](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/communal-news-most-productive-educational-stem-toys-for-5-year-old-geniuses/) - KIBO appears in a list of 2020’s leading educational toys for 5 year olds. These toys are designed to develop fine motor, problem solving, and cognitive skills. - [KinderLab Robotics Introduces KIBO Home Edition, a Creative Coding Kit Available for the Holiday Season](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kinderlab-robotics-introduces-kibo-home-edition-a-creative-coding-kit-available-for-the-holiday-season/) - With the new KIBO Home Edition, families and young learners can get the screen-free robot toy in time for the holidays and get years of playful learning. - [Wicked Local Reading: Goddard Students Become Backyard Adventure Rangers](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/wicked-local-reading-goddard-students-become-backyard-adventure-rangers/) - The Goddard School in Reading offered a two-week outdoor STEAM education program, including KIBO, for their students going off to delayed kindergarten. - [Life in a House: Entertainment and Educational Find - KIBO Robot Kit](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/life-in-a-house-entertainment-and-educational-find-kibo-robot-kit/) - Life in a House reviews the KIBO STEAM coding robot kit and find it is a great coding kit for kids, especially with school being so different this year. - [SmartKids Planet: Exploring the Most Productive Educational Toys for 5 Year Old Geniuses](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/smartkids-planet-exploring-the-most-productive-educational-toys-for-5-year-old-geniuses/) - KIBO is includes as one of the best educational toys for your 5 year old child. These toys have been designed to develop problem solving and cognitive skills. - [District Administration: 3 Ways to Teach Computer Science in Distance Learning](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/district-administration-3-ways-to-teach-computer-science-in-distance-learning/) - This article explores activities that help make STEAM education work in a virtual setting. Here are activities effective in conveying computer science concepts. - [KnowTechie: Here are the Best STEM Toys on the Market Today](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/knowtechie-here-are-the-best-stem-toys-on-the-market-today/) - KnowTechie's buying guide provides the best STEM toys on the market that combine both playing and learning, including KIBO, a STEM toy the whole family can enjoy. - [eSchoolNews: 3 Ways to Teach STEAM in a Blended Learning Environment](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-3-ways-to-teach-steam-in-a-blended-learning-environment/) - This article describes 3 ways educators can continute to teach hands-on, screen-free STEAM learning to young students in a blended or remote learning environment. - [KinderLab Robotics Announces New Activity Cards to Support Playful Learning with KIBO in Any Learning Environment](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kinderlab-robotics-announces-new-activity-cards-to-support-playful-learning-with-kibo-in-any-learning-environment/) - KinderLab announces new KIBO Activity Cards to support playful learning with KIBO in any early learning environment. Get out-of-box activities and inspiration. - [Essence Magazine: 8 Tech Products To Help Make Remote Learning And Working Easier This Fall](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/essence-magazine-8-tech-products-to-help-make-remote-learning-and-working-easier-this-fall/) - This article shares an array of products to kick the school year off right and to help with hybrid, remote and in-person learning. See the tech roundup. - [Alpha Omega Family Adventures: KIBO 21 Robot Kit Review](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/alpha-omega-family-adventures/) - In this KIBO review Alpha Omega Family Adventures plays with KIBO with their 4 boys. In the video you can see their 4 boys exploring with KIBO robotics. - [Journal of Research in STEM Education: How Parents Support Children’s Informal Learning Experiences with Robots](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/journal-of-research-in-stem-education/) - Read this study to learn more about how parents support young children's learning experiences with coding and robotics during "KIBO Family Day" workshops. - [EdTech Digest Cool Tools: KIBO Resources from KinderLab](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edtech-digest-cool-tools-kibo-resources-from-kinderlab/) - EdTech Digest covers KinderLab's new blended and distance learning curriculum and resources. Learn how KIBO supports STEAM learning in any environment. - [THE Journal: KinderLab Bundles Curriculum for Teaching Screen-Free Robotics Remotely](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-journal-kinderlab-bundles-curriculum-for-teaching-screen-free-robotics-remotely/) - KIBO's new Blended Learning Solutions and curriculum help teachers use KIBO into a distance- or blended model to provide STEAM education at home and school. - [Language Magazine: ISTE Playground](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/language-magazine-iste-playground/) - With the ISTE Conference postponed, Learning Magazing pulled together am edtech virtual playground, including KinderLab's 3-month KIBO Home Robotics Course. - [EdSurge: What Learning Python Taught Me About Computer Science Education for Young Children](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edsurge-what-learning-python-taught-me-about-computer-science-education-for-young-children/) - Madhu Govind from Tufts University DevTech Research Group describes her experience with computer science products designed for young children, including KIBO. - [May 2020 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/may-2020-childs-play-newsletter/) - In our Spring 2020 newsletter, KinderLab is providing resources, support, engaging STEAM activities for kids at home, online training, and PD options. - [TechRepublic: The Top 10 STEM and Tech Gadgets to Keep Kids Entertained this Summer](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/techrepublic-the-top-10-stem-and-tech-gadgets-to-keep-kids-entertained-this-summer/) - TechRepublic pulled together the top 10 STEM and tech gadgets to keep kids entertained this summer. These tech gadgets provide kids with ways to learn coding - [EdTech Digest: A Closer Look at Learning with A Great STEAM Tool](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edtech-digest-a-closer-look-at-learning-with-a-great-steam-tool/) - EdTech Digest dives in to learn more about KIBO, a powerful, screenfree robotic tool available for tomorrow’s school technology leaders to teach young learners. - [MIT Technology Review: A Robot to Teach Coding - And Build Character](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/mit-technology-review-a-robot-to-teach-coding-and-build-character/) - Learn about Marina Bers' work on using technology to impact the next generation of students, encouraging them to learn new skills and think in new ways. - [Getting Smart: How Hands-On Robotics Brings Science Lessons to Life](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/getting-smart-how-hands-on-robotics-brings-science-lessons-to-life/) - 2 creative educators share their use of KIBO in bringing their life sciences instruction to life, incorporating engineering and robotics to increase engagement. - [USA Today: 32 Incredible Coding Toys That Every Kid Will Want](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/usa-today-32-incredible-coding-toys-that-every-kid-will-want/) - This USA Today article contains a round up of 32 STEM toys, games, and kits that are aimed at teaching children how to code (KIBO included), an essential skill! - [March 2020 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/march-2020-childs-play-newsletter/) - In this newsletter, we share policies, resources, support, cleaning protocol, and our KIBO Home Robotics Course, for our early educators during the pandemic. - [THE Journal: STEM Tools, Games and Products to Engage Girls in Pre-K Through Early Elementary School](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-journal-stem-tools-games-and-products-to-engage-girls-in-pre-k-through-early-elementary-school/) - This article provides provides educators with products, tools and games that can be used with girls as early as preschool to practice foundational STEM skills. - [SmartBrief: Connecting STEM and Ethics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/smartbrief-sel/) - STEAM skills put students on the path to success in school and future careers. Students also need to understand how this learning affects themselves and others. - [SmartBrief: Teaching a Maker Mindset through STEM](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/smartbrief-teaching-a-maker-mindset-through-stem/) - Teachers can facilitate a maker mindset in any environment. 2 educators share how they use KIBO in their Makerspace to bring a maker mindset to STEM lessons. - [February 2020 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/february-2020-childs-play-newsletter/) - In the Feburary 2020 KIBO newsletter we share information on KIBO's new advanced coding set, lesson plan ideas from a Baltimore school, resources, and more! - [ISTE: 6 Reasons for Coding in K-5 Classrooms](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/iste-6-reasons-for-coding-in-k-5-classrooms/) - This blog discusses the reasons to start coding early and not wait until middle or high school as many districts do. CS concepts can be learned by kids in K-5. - [Tech & Learning: What's New - New Tools for Schools](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/tech-learning/) - Tech & Learning shares a summary of what's new for schools, where they include KinderLab Robotics' upcoming, easy-to-follow and colorful Activity Guide Cards. - [Fox 9 News: Bloomington, Minn. First Grade Students Getting Early Jump on Coding and Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/fox-9-news-bloomington-minn-first-grade-students-getting-early-jump-on-coding-and-robotics/) - The team at Indian Mounds Elementary School in Bloomington, MN share how their students are learning the fundamentals of computer science as early as 1st grade. - [Slice of MIT: Can a Screen-Free Robot Teach Coding—and Build Character?](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/slice-of-mit-can-a-screen-free-robot-teach-coding-and-build-character/) - In this MIT Alumni Association Publication, Dr. Marina Bers talks to her alma mater about her career in developing educational technologies for young learners. - [Daddy Mojo: KIBO Robot Kits are the STEAM skill toy you wish you had as a child](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/daddy-mojo-kibo-robot-kits-are-the-steam-skill-toy-you-wish-you-had-as-a-child/) - In this review, the reviewer found KIBO to be a complex technology in that makes young minds curious and plants the STEAM seeds of coding in young children. - [TechHive: KinderLabs Robotics KIBO robot kit can help teach younger kids to code, no screens required](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/techhive-kinderlabs-robotics-kibo-robot-kit-can-help-teach-younger-kids-to-code-no-screens-required/) - TechHive reviewed the KIBO robot kit and found that it can help teach younger kids to code, without requiring screens, where they program it with wooden blocks. - [Hey Do You: Children’s Gift Idea – KIBO STEAM Robot](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/hey-do-you-childrens-gift-idea-kibo-steam-robot/) - Hey Do You shared the KIBO robot as a last minute gift idea for young kids. KIBO is a unique robot toy that engages young children in active STEAM learning. - [How to Learn: Holiday Gift Guide 2019](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/how-to-learn-holiday-gift-guide-2019/) - In How to Learn.com's Holiday Gift Guide 2019 they compiled innovative gifts ideas for kids - Toys, educational items, and just plain fun ideas (inc. KIBO)! - [National Geographic: Don't Get Steamed about STEM, Christmas should be Fun](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/national-geographic-dont-get-steamed-about-stem-christmas-should-be-fun/) - In this National Geographic article "Don't Get Steamed about STEM, Christmas should be Fun", they provide STEM Gift Ideas For Christmas, including KIBO robot! - [EdSurge: Parents Don't Need to Be Coding Experts, Just Willing to Learn With Their Children](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edsurge-parents-dont-need-to-be-coding-experts-just-willing-to-learn-with-their-children/) - Tufts ECT's Family Coding Days bring children and their parents together for brainstorming, planning and interest in coding while working together and having fun. - [Popular Science: The Best DIY Kits to Give as Gifts](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/popular-science-the-best-diy-kits-to-give-as-gifts-2/) - Popular Science put together a gift guide focused on DIY gifts to give this year. They included the KIBO robot as a great gift for your maker-in-training! - [Urban Mommies: Gifts for Discerning Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/urban-mommies-gifts-for-discerning-kids/) - In this gift guide, Urban Mommies list gifts for discerning kids. They found a "few unique, undiscovered picks that the little ones might like", including KIBO! - [Oregon Family Magazine: Our 8th Annual Holiday Gift Guide](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/oregon-family-magazine-our-8th-annual-holiday-gift-guide/) - The Oregon Family Magazine took some time to review the KIBO robot kit and tested it out with young toy testers. KIBO was included in their holiday gift guide. - [Hanging off the Wire: KIBO Review](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/handging-off-the-wire-kibo-review/) - This review of KIBO found that when children code and decorate their own robot, they are learning skills that will lead them on the path for STEM/STEAM success. - [TechCrunch: Gift Guide - STEM Toys for your Builders-in-Training](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/tech-crunch-gift-guide-stem-toys-for-your-builders-in-training/) - Tech Crunch has put together it's annual STEM toy gift guide to entice and inspire kids with "coding tricks and electronic wizardry", which including KIBO! - [Maria's Space: Maria's Space 2019 Holiday Gift Guide](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/marias-space-marias-space-2019-holiday-gift-guide/) - Maria's Space includes KIBO, the unique robot toy that engages young children in active STEAM Learning, as one of their gift choices in their 2019 Gift Guide. - [Baby Boomers: KIBO - The Playful Robot that Teaches Kids Coding Without Screen Time](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/baby-boomers-kibo-the-playful-robot-that-teaches-kids-coding-without-screen-time/) - Baby Booomers recently reviewed KIBO and discussed why it could be a great gift idea for grandparents, to teach their young grandkids coding without screens! - [Pittsburgh Better Times: 2019 Holiday Gift Guide](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/pittsburgh-better-times-2019-holiday-gift-guide/) - In Pittsburgh Better Times' 2019 annual Holiday Gift Guide, they share a guide for you to find the perfect gift for those on your list, including KIBO for kids! - [Popsugar: 2019 Best Educational Toys For 5-Year-Olds](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/popsugar-2019-best-educational-toys-for-5-year-olds/) - Check out Pospsugar's listing of the best educational toys for 5 year olds for 2019 gift giving season! KIBO is included in the educational gifts to give! - [BeautyNews NYC: Metro Mama’s Holiday Gift Guide – 2020](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/beautynews-nyc-metro-mamas-holiday-gift-guide-2020/) - KIBO was included in BeautyNews NYC's Metro Mama’s 2020 Holiday Gift Guide, which provides unique and fun gifts, especially for the kid who has everything. - [November 2019 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/november-2019-childs-play-newsletter/) - In the November 2019 KIBO newsletter we share information about pricing, the launch of our new Homeschool Robotics Course, a fun KIBO activity, and more! - [eSchool News: 3 Ways Robots Can Help Students Tell Stories](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/3-ways-robots-can-help-students-tell-stories/) - Learn how an educator uses robots to teach students the power of storytelling and coding—at the same time Here are 3 ways kids can use robots for storytelling. - [September 2019 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/september-2019-childs-play-newsletter/) - In the September 2019 newsletter we discuss our training/professional development, new focus group, and an award with the US Military and Norfolk Public Schools. - [Robotics Business Review: Back to School: STEM’s Impact on Developing Future Roboticists](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/robotics-business-review-back-to-school-stems-impact-on-developing-future-roboticists/) - This article discusses the state of STEM education and robotics in today's schools, including the success and challenges of STEM-based teaching. - [Tech & Learning: Best of Show at ISTE](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/tech-learning-best-of-show-at-iste/) - KIBO is listed as Best of Show at ISTE from Tech & Learning's awards program, which evaluates products on quality and effectiveness, ease of use, and cost. - [The Toy Book: Breaking Down the ABCs of Toys](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-toy-book-breaking-down-the-abcs-of-toys/) - A successful “STEM” toy should be the integration of research and innovation, fun, function, age appropriate and offer critical thinking, and creativity. - [Tufts Now: Kids Should Learn Coding, Like They Do Math and Reading](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/tufts-now-kids-should-learn-coding-like-they-do-math-and-reading/) - Tufts shares the research from Marina Bers, professor and chair of the Eliot-Pearson Dept. of Child Study and Human Dev. about her early childhood research. - [eSchoolNews: 3 Keys to Cultivating the Maker Mindset](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-3-keys-to-cultivating-the-maker-mindset/) - In this eSchoolNews article two school tech leaders share how they planned their makerspace and used the maker mindset to inspire creativity and collaboration. - [EdTech Digest: Ba-Boom! EdTech!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edtech-digest-ba-boom-edtech/) - EdTech Digest's Mark Gura stopped by our booth at ISTE 2019 and included KIBO in his EdTech roundup. Get our reactions as well as the full article here. - [eSchoolNews: The Coolest K-12 Robotics Programs we saw at ISTE](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-the-coolest-k-12-robotics/) - eSchoolNews did a full round up on the best classroom resources they saw at ISTE 2019 and KIBO made the list! We share our reactions and the full list. - [Getting Smart: Thinking With Your Hands](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/getting-smart-thinking-with-your-hands/) - Cate Heroman of the Knock Knock Museum discusses how they encourage kids to learn through play using modern tech, such as KIBO, for hands-on STEAM learning. - [KinderLab Robotics Announces New Extension Set for Advanced Coding with KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kinderlab-robotics-announces-new-extension-set-for-advanced-coding-with-kibo/) - KinderLab Robotics expands its KIBO™ line with the Advanced Coding Extension Set, and an accompanying curriculum guide, "Ask and Imagine." Learn more. - [District Administration: High schoolers teach robotics to pre-K students](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/district-administration-high-schoolers-teach-robotics-to-pre-k-students/) - In Miami-Dade's Hialeah Gardens High School, their students are studying to become childcare professionals and teach preschool kids coding and robotics. - [May 2019 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/may-2019-childs-play-newsletter/) - In the May 2019 newsletter we discuss our end of year clearance sale as well as a sneak peek at our upcoming Advanced Coding Extension set for KIBO. - [Edutopia: How to Prepare Students to Learn by Teaching](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edutopia-how-to-prepare-students-to-learn-by-teaching/) - In this article, and educator from Miami-Dade County Public Schools Academy of Education, discusses strategies for having older students teach younger ones. - [JCDS Nitzotzot: Coding - The New Literacy](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/jcds-coding-the-new-literacy/) - "Coding: The New Literacy" article in JCDS' Spring edition of Nitzotzot, describes how they're using KIBO to introduce students to coding and robotics. - [Little Steps: 15 Amazing STEM Toys In Singapore](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/little-steps-15-amazing-stem-toys-in-singapore/) - See the amazing toys that make it even easier to kickstart your little thinker's love for learning as a way of living through some awesome, open-ended play. - [March 2019 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/march-2019-childs-play-newsletter/) - In this newsletter, we share our new guide, “Growing with KIBO – A Progressive Robotics Curriculum for Grades K-2” and offer more advice for educators. - [BBC: RoboLife Documentary](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/bbc-robolife-documentary/) - This BBC documentary goes into some of the world’s most high-tech preschools to learn about he growing role of robots in education in Singapore and Japan. - [The Edvocate: How to Help Teachers Conquer Their Fear of Robots](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-edvocate-how-to-help-teachers-conquer-their-fear-of-robots/) - This article describes 3 ways to remove the fear of using robotics with young learners: Student-Included PD, Using Expert Coaches In Class, Alleviating Fears - [eSchoolNews: Designing a K–5 Robotics Class from the Ground Up](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-designing-a-k-5-robotics-class-from-the-ground-up/) - This eSchoolNews article describes a “sequence of tools” approach to providing robotics for K-5 students. KIBO is part of their robotic mix for young learners! - [Atlanta CBS News: Children use building blocks to learn how to code](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/atlanta-cbs-news/) - KIBO is featured in this CBS Atlanta News segment, "Children use building blocks to learn how to code". See the screen-free KIBO robot in a classroom in GA. - [eSchoolNews: Why We Love Our Coding & Robotics Tools](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-why-we-love-our-coding-robotics-tools/) - In this eSchoolNews article, "Why we love our coding & robotics tools", educators discuss ways to "get your STEAM on" and why they love their robotic toys. - [Boston Parents Paper: Rise of the Robots](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/boston-parents-paper/) - KIBO was reviewed in the article "Rise of the Robots". Robots were tested to find the "difference between the truly educational kits and the plastic junk." - [Tech & Learning: What's New](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/tech-learning-whats-new/) - In Tech & Learning's What's New Roundup from BETT, FETC, and TCEA, KinderLab's new Progressive Guide is included in the summary of new tools for schools. - [District Administration: Offering 150 Hours of K2 STEM Curriculum](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/district-administration-offering-150-hours-of-k2-stem-curriculum/) - District Administration covers the new KIBO guide, "Growing with KIBO – A Progressive Robotics Curriculum for Grades K­–2" for early learning classrooms. - [Orlando News 6: This is the Future of Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/orlando-news-6-this-is-the-future-of-education/) - While at the FETC 2019 Conference, the KIBO robot was featured in an Orlando News 6 segment about products to support the future of education including KIBO. - [THE Journal: KinderLab Robotics Releases K–2 Robotics and Coding Curriculum](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-journal-kinderlab-robotics-releases-k-2-robotics-and-coding-curriculum/) - David Nagel, THE Journal's editor-in-chief of THE Journal and STEAM Universe writes about the newest curriculum guide that KinderLab Robotics has released. - [KinderLab Robotics Announces Growing with KIBO Curriculum to Support K–2 Classrooms](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/growing-with-kibo/) - New curriculum guide provides educators of young learners with 60 sequenced hours of standards-aligned lesson plans in robotics, coding & computational thinking. - [The Boston Globe: Why Kindergartners Need to Learn to Code](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-boston-globe-why-kindergartners-need-to-learn-to-code/) - Read Dr. Marina Bers' article in the Boston Globe - "Why kindergartners need to learn to code". Learn why why the KIBO Robot was designed in the way it was. - [EdSurge: Make Your Classroom More Like a Playground Than a Playpen Using ‘Hard Fun’](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edsurge-make-your-classroom-more-like-a-playground-than-a-playpen-using-hard-fun/) - This article discusses a more playful environment where kids can become resilient, creative, problem-solvers, in a controlled, safe space like a playground. - [Getting Smart: Using Robots to Teach the 4 Cs to Young Students—Without Screen Time](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/getting-smart-using-robots-to-teach-the-4-cs-to-young-students-without-screen-time/) - Learn how Iowa educators are using KIBO to teach the 4Cs (Critical thinking, Collaboration, Communication, Creativity) to young students, all while screen-free! - [Tech&Learning: Companies to Watch in 2019](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/techlearning-companies-to-watch-in-2019/) - KinderLab is listed as one of the EdTech companies to watch in 2019 that offer Edtech Products for K-12 in Tech&Learning's December 2018/January 2019 edition. - [TWIT: Triangulation Netcast with Jason Innes](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/twit-triangulation-netcast-with-jason-innes/) - Watch this in-depth one hour Triangulation interview with Jason Innes and Jason Howell, the host, about teaching STEAM concepts to kids with the KIBO robot. - [Scoop OTP: Last Minute Holiday Tech Gift Ideas](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/scoop-otp-last-minute-holiday-tech-gift-ideas/) - In this Georgia gift guide, KIBO is included in this last minute guide of great gifts for anyone on your list. KIBO is listed for the "Young Scientist". - [The Conversation: Looking for a high-tech gift for a young child? Think playgrounds, not playpens](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-conversation-looking-for-a-high-tech-gift-for-a-young-child-think-playgrounds-not-playpens/) - Marina Bers discusses early STEM learning and buying technology for young learners. Purchase gifts that encourage open-ended play, like when in a playground. - [Bash & Co New York: Our 2018 Holiday Gift Guide for Preschoolers](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/bash-co-new-york-our-2018-holiday-gift-guide-for-preschoolers/) - KIBO is included in Bash & Co. New York's 2018 Holiday Gift Guide for Preschoolers! Students as young as 4 can begin learning to code with KIBO! - [Thanksgiving: Best Holiday Gifts for Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/thanksgiving-best-holiday-gifts-for-kids/) - KIBO is included in the list of Best Holiday Gifts for Kids from Thanksgiving & Co. The editors of Reviewed and USA TODAY’S Modern Woman recommend gifts to buy. - [Exploring Floor Maps with KIBO Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/exploring-floor-maps-with-kibo-robotics/) - Floor map activities get kids moving and collaborating in physical space – enhancing the strengths of using the KIBO robot in the classroom for STEAM learning. - [Popular Science: The Best DIY Kits to Give as Gifts](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/popular-science-the-best-diy-kits-to-give-as-gifts/) - The KIBO 10 Robot Kit is included in Popular Science's Holiday Gift Guide 2018: The best DIY kits to give as gifts., including a review of the KIBO robot. - [Motherhood Moment: Enriching Education: KIBO Robot](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/motherhood-moment-enriching-education-kibo-robot/) - The KIBO Robot Kit was the subject of a Motherhood Moment blog article. They had a chance to do an interview to learn more about the KIBO robot. - [WFAA (ABC) News Dallas: Robot Teaches Kids High Tech Skills](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/wfaa-abc-news-dallas/) - Watch KIBO on Dallas' WFAA News!. Samantha Culpepper, Assistant Principal at Chapel Hill Prep. discusses her use of KIBO and the benefits to young children. - [Wish TV (Indianapolis): Holiday Gift Guide for Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/wish-tv-indianapolis-holiday-gift-guide-for-kids/) - KIBO is included in Indianapolis' Indy Style Wish-TV's Holiday Gift Guide for Kids segment, which provides toy ideas that kids might want for Christmas. - [The Gadget Guru: Kids Tech for the Holidays](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-gadget-guru-kids-tech-for-the-holidays/) - Hear more about the KIBO robot from the On Air segment from The Gadget Guru/Limpert Tech "SullyCast" on ALT 105.7 and iHeartRadio - Kids Tech for the Holidays - [Medium: 20 Best Programming Toys for this Christmas 2019](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/medium/) - Medium has made a list of some of the best programming toys for Christmas shopping this year. The KIBO robot is included in the guide for best toys to give. - [Engineering for Kids: STEM Holiday Gifts](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/engineering-for-kids-stem-holiday-gifts/) - Engineering for Kids has posted their STEM Holiday Gift Guide where they list the best and most entertaining gifts for kids, including the educational KIBO! - [Nothing But Geek: Holiday Guide Guide](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/nothing-but-geek-holiday-guide-guide/) - Nothing But Geek has released its 2018 holiday gift guide and covers some of the new hot things available for gifts, including the KIBO robot! - [Robotic Business Review: 2018 Holiday Gift Guide for the Robotics Fans on Your List](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/robotic-business-review-2018-holiday-gift-guide-for-the-robotics-fans-on-your-list/) - KIBO is in the Robotic Business Review's Holiday Gift Guide's picks for a unique STEM robot gift options for this holiday season. - [TechRepublic: STEM and STEAM gifts for kids: The top holiday picks](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/techrepublic-stem-and-steam-gifts-for-kids-the-top-holiday-picks/) - Download TechRepublic's STEM and STEAM gifts for kids: The top holiday picks. These tech toys get kids fired up about STEM and STEAM and offer great gift ideas. - [November 2018 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/november-2018-childs-play-newsletter/) - In this newsletter KinderLab Robotics introduces a new free floor map activity and curriculum guide for KIBO and discusses our activities at Hour of Code CS! - [eSchoolNews: 3 Ways to Tell Stories with Robots](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-3-ways-to-tell-stories-with-robots/) - This article describes the use of KIBO with young learners, using storytelling to help introduce programming concepts and a way to teach coding and robotics. - [Adventure Moms DC: 2018 Adventure Gift Guide](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/adventure-moms-dc-2018-adventure-gift-guide/) - The KIBO robot was reviewed and included in the 2018 Adventure Gift Guide, for those looking for fun and different for holiday gifts this year. - [TechRepublic: STEM and STEAM Holiday Gift Guide for Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/techrepublic-stem-and-steam-holiday-gift-guide-for-kids/) - KIBO, the fun and playful educational robot toy, is included in TechRepublic's STEM and STEAM holiday gift guide for kids! See all the exceptional STEAM toys. - [Report Consultant: Global Cognitive Robotics Market](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/report-consultant-global-cognitive-robotics-market/) - KinderLab shares the key findings presented by the 2018 Cognitive Robotics report and the important robotics players involved. Learn more about the report. - [August 2018 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/august-2018-childs-play-newsletter/) - Read the Back to School 2018 edition of the KinderLab Robotics Newsletter. Get ready for the new school year and check out our new KIBO curriculum guidebook! - [Electronics 360: Watch: New Throwing Arm for the KIBO Robot](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/electronics-360-watch-new-throwing-arm-for-the-kibo-robot/) - Electronics 360 discusses the release of the KinderLab Robotics' Free Throw™, a throwing-arm attachment for the KIBO robot. This arm allows the KIBO robot to toss ping pong-sized balls. This Extension Set encourages learning of forces, motion, and energy in a playful and fun way. - [Apolitical: Meet the robots teaching Singapore’s kids tech](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/apolitical-meet-the-robots-teaching-singapores-kids-tech/) - KIBO has been a part of Singapore's students' success in learning STEM without screen time. Young learners program the robots to complete simple tasks. Children between four and seven can learn the basics of engineering and sequencing. - [June 2018 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/june-2018-childs-play-newsletter/) - Check out the June 2018 edition of the KinderLab Child’s Play Newsletter! This summer check out the latest modules and upgrades available for KIBO! - [North Phoenix Family: Beating Summer Activity Blues](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/north-phoenix-family/) - In this article, the author provides a list of 7 stimulating, screen-free ideas for summer play. These indoor activities keep kids entertained, including KIBO. KIBO was also included in a segment on the Channel 7 News in the Arizona Daily Mix segment entitled “Summer Boredom Solutions”. - [Simba: KinderLab Introduces Robots at an Early Age](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/simba-kinderlab-introduces-robots-at-an-early-age/) - Simba Information recently interviewed KinderLab Robotics' CEO Mitch Rosenberg on the importance of robotics for early learners. He descirbes the effectiveness of using the KIBO robot in the classroom as well as the direction of the company, - [Greenfield Recorder: Charlemont library gets grant for ‘Tyler Tech’](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/greenfield-recorder/) - Read more about how the Charlemont Public Library received monies from the Rural Technology Fund to purchase KIBO for their 'Tyler Tech', a summer program for elementary age children to participate in STEAM activities! - [EdSurge: When Robots Teach Kids Computational Thinking—and Kindness](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edsurge-when-robots-teach-kids-computational-thinking-and-kindness/) - In this EdSurge article, Bryan Flaig delves into merging computational skills with social-emotional development using programs like KIBO and ScrathJr. Bryan describes that computer science is about what students are doing with technology to solve problems, overcome challenges, express their creativity. - [April 2018 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/april-2018-childs-play-newsletter/) - Check out the Spring 2018 edition of the KinderLab Child’s Play Newsletter! The robins have started to sing and the crocuses are emerging. Spring is coming! - [Insights Success: The 10 Most Innovative Robotics Companies to Watch 2018](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/insights-success-the-10-most-innovative-robotics-companies-to-watch-2018/) - KinderLab Robotics is thrilled to be included in the 10 Most Innovative Robotics Companies to Watch 2018. Read more about the 10 robotics companies to watch. - [The Edvocate: 2018 EdTech 20: A Ranking of Global Edtech Influencers](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-edvocate-2018-edtech-20-a-ranking-of-global-edtech-influencers/) - Our co-founder, Dr. Marina Bers has been named of The Edvocate’s 2018 EdTech 20: A Ranking of Global Edtech Influencers. The Edvocate researched the influencers who are transforming the edtech space. - [BostonTechMom: 2018 Guide to STEM Programs in Massachusetts](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/bostontechmom-2018-guide-to-stem-programs-in-massachusetts/) - BostonTechMom compiled a list of local organizations that exhibited at the Boston Tech Fair. These companies' offerings will spark interest in STEM learning for your child. We are excited to be included in their 2018 Guide to STEM Programs in Massachusetts. - [EdTech Magazine: What it Takes to Integrate Robotics and Coding into the Classroom](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edtech-magazine-what-it-takes-to-integrate-robotics-and-coding-into-the-classroom/) - This article describes what it takes to effectively integrate robotics and coding into today's classroom and the importance of building robotics programs to prepare students for a future that is increasingly focused on STEM. - [eSchoolNews: The New Librarian: How I Created a Makerspace](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-librarian/) - In this eSchool News article, Todd Burleson, the "Willy Wonka of school librarians", describes how he transformed a traditional library into an IDEA Lab, including cross-curricular products, such as the #KIBORobot! - [eSchoolNews: 18 Powerful Technology Tools and Trends for 2018](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-18-powerful-technology-tools-and-trends-for-2018/) - In this article, KIBO is included in eSchoolNews' Top Tech Tools and Trends for 2018. See KIBO listed in the Building Robots section. - [February 2018 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/february-2018-childs-play-newsletter/) - Read the February 2018 edition of our Child’s Play Newsletter! See what we've learned from our travels meeting educators and customers across the country. - [Techstination: KIBO Unleashes Learning and Imagination](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/techstination-kibo-unleashes-learning-and-imagination/) - In this audio interview, Techstination interviews CEO, Mitch Rosenberg while at a recent toy event. Listen in to learn more about KIBO, why it has been developed, and the history of KinderLab Robotics. - [Tech & Learning: What's New: New Tools in Schools](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/tech-learning-whats-new-new-tools-in-schools/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Tech&Learning. KIBO is included as one of the tools featured in the Tech & Learning’s summary of new tools for schools. - [EdWeek: Coding as a Literacy for the 21st Century](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edweek-coding-as-a-literacy-for-the-21st-century/) - Read the latest KIBO News from EdWeek. In this article, Coding as a Literacy for the 21st Century, Marina Umaschi Bers, our co-founder, and Professor at Tufts University, and director of the DevTech research group. describes the new educational landscape and how coding should be included as a literacy. - [Tech Age Kids: The Robotics Learning Tool for 4-7 year olds - Review](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/tech-age-kids-the-robotics-learning-tool-for-4-7-year-olds-review/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Tech Age Kids. This lengthy KIBO review includes images and a video on the reviewer and her son's experience with KIBO. - [Getting Smart: At FETC, Early Learning is Central to the Future of EdTech](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/getting-smart-at-fetc-early-learning-is-central-to-the-future-of-edtech/) - In this Getting Smart article, the author describes KIBO as an emerging technology tool for early learners. "KIBO is a robot partner students can direct by coding..." - [Little Explorer Big World: Top 15 STEM Toys for 2018](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/little-explorer-big-world-top-15-stem-toys-for-2018/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Little Explorer Big World - [THE Journal: Finding Funds for Coding Programs](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-journal-finding-funds-for-coding-programs/) - Read the latest KIBO News from THE Journal. In this article 'Finding Funds for Coding Programs' Katie Blagden, from the Ayers Ryal Side Elementary School in Beverly, MA, discusses funding sources to help fund a KIBO purchase. - [Scientific American: Connecting Kindergartners and Coding without a Screen in the World of Unstructured Play](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/scientific-american-connecting-kindergartners-and-coding-without-a-screen-in-the-world-of-unstructured-play/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Scientific American - [Reviewed Parenting: 12 incredible STEM toys that every child will want. Fun (and learning) for kids of all ages!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/reviewed-parenting-12-incredible-stem-toys-that-every-child-will-want-fun-and-learning-for-kids-of-all-ages/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Reviewed Parenting - [The Edvocate: 106 Experts Share their Thoughts on the Future of Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/edvocate/) - Read the latest KIBO News from the Edvocate. The Edvocate asks 106 experts to share their thoughts on the future of education. Our own Marina Bers answers their question. - [Lille Punkin: Review of KIBO Robot for Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/lille-punkin-review-of-kibo-robot-for-kids/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Lille Punkin. In this review, the writer, Linsey Knerl and her two little boys put KIBO through its paces.. Read the review and the amazing photos of her sons using KIBO! - [American Scientist: STEM Wish List 2017](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/american-scientist-stem-wish-list-2017/) - Read the latest KIBO News from American Scientist. In this article, KIBO is included in their "STEM Wish List 2017". They call the KIBO "a Robot Pal for the Littlest Programmers", which best describes how KIBO can turn into anything the child dreams of. - [December 2017 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/december-2017-childs-play-newsletter/) - Read the Holiday 2017 edition of the KinderLab Child's Play Newsletter. Help us look forward to a great holiday season and an even better 2018. Read more. - [The Boston Globe: What to get the (young) person who does nothing and whose phone does everything?](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-boston-globe-what-to-get-the-young-person-who-does-nothing-and-whose-phone-does-everything/) - Read the latest KIBO News from The Boston Globe. In this article, 'What to get the (young) person who does nothing and whose phone does everything?' KIBO is included in the gift guide as a educational robot toy for young kids. - [Reviewed: 11 incredible STEM toys that every child will want for the holidays](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/reviewed-11-incredible-stem-toys-that-every-child-will-want-for-the-holidays/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Reviewed. Reviewed reviewed KIBO and included it in their “11 incredible STEM toys that every child will want for the holidays – Fun (and learning) for kids of all ages!” - [Tech Republic: 2017 Gift Guide: STEM Toys for Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/tech-republic-2017-gift-guide-stem-toys-for-kids/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Tech Republic. KIBO is included in Tech Republic’s 2017 Gift Guide: STEM Toys for Kids. - [Tutora: Our Top 25 Inspiringly Educational Technology Gifts for Christmas 2017](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/tutora-our-top-25-inspiringly-educational-technology-gifts-for-christmas-2017/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Tutora. Tutora has included KIBO In their "Top 25 Inspiringly Educational Technology Gifts for Christmas 2017"! - [Tech Age Kids: 'Coding as a Playground' Teaches Coding as a New Literacy](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/tech-age-kids-coding-as-a-playground-teaches-coding-as-a-new-literacy/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Tech Age Kids. Tech Age Kids reviewed Marina Bers' new book ‘Coding as a Playground’. The reviewer found that 'Coding as a Playground' is essential reading for anyone interested in getting children ready for 21st-century living. - [eSchoolNews: 3 Reasons to Introduce Kindergarteners to Robots](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/eschoolnews-3-reasons-to-introduce-kindergarteners-to-robots/) - Read the latest KIBO News from eSchoolNews. - [First Time Father Project: Robotic Toys Benefit Children During Important Growth Stages](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/first-time-father-project-robotic-toys-benefit-children-during-important-growth-stages/) - Read the latest KIBO News from First Time Father Project. - [Mother of Serendipity: Create! Bend, Build, Click, and Code](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/mother-of-serendipity-create-bend-build-click-and-code/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Mother of Serendipity - [Splash Magazines: Holiday Games & Toys Gift Guide 2017 – Fun Activities For All Ages](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/splash-magazines/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Splash Magazines - [October 2017 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/october-2017-childs-play-newsletter/) - Read October 2017 Child's Play Newsletter - [Wired: Can Robots Help Get More Girls Into Science and Tech?](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/wired-can-robots-help-get-more-girls-into-science-and-tech/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Wired Magazine. In the article, 'Can Robots Help Get More Girls Into Science and Tech?,' Dr. Amanda Sullivan describes gender differences in Science and Technology and how robotics can get girls more interested in STEM careers. - [September 2017 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/september-2017-childs-play-newsletter/) - Read September 2017 Child's Play Newsletter - [The Ed Tech Round Up Review: KIBO from KinderLab Robotics: Coding and Robotics for PreK-2 Students](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-ed-tech-round-up-review-kibo-from-kinderlab-robotics-coding-and-robotics-for-prek-2-students/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Ed Tech Round Up. Read Michael Karlin's review, 'KIBO from KinderLab Robotics: Coding and Robotics for PreK-2 Students' where KIBO receives an “Outstanding” Review. - [Education Talk Radio: Learning How to Code in Early Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/education-talk-radio-learning-how-to-code-in-early-education/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Education Talk Radio. - [IJCCI: The Seymour test: Powerful ideas in early childhood education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/ijcci-the-seymour-test-powerful-ideas-in-early-childhood-education/) - Read the latest KIBO News from IJCCI. In this article, our co-founder, Marina Bers describes her introduction to Seymour Papert and what she learned from his mentorship. - [CBS News: KIBO Appears Live from Kids & Family Tech Expo](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/cbs-news-kibo-appears-live-from-kids-family-tech-expo/) - Watch KIBO on the CBS News from the Kids & Family Tech Expo! The interview receives a demo of KIBO from Mitch Rosenberg and learns the learning benefits to young students. - [Tinkercademy: Early Childhood Computer Science Education Observations from Working with Early Childhood Classrooms in the U.S. and Singapore](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/tinkercademy-early-childhood-computer-science-education-observations-from-working-with-early-childhood-classrooms-in-the-u-s-and-singapore/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Tinkeracademy. In the article 'Early Childhood Computer Science Education Observations from Working with Early Childhood Classrooms in the U.S. and Singapore', Tinkercademy discusses helping teachers empower students to be technologically engaged with products like KIBO. - [Business Insider: A top engineer says robots are starting to enter pre-K and kindergarten alongside kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/business-insider-a-top-engineer-says-robots-are-starting-to-enter-pre-k-and-kindergarten-alongside-kids/) - Read the latest KIBO News from Business Insider, describing how KIBO and other robotics for this young age group promotes achievement in basic language skills and rudimentary coding. - [August 2017 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/august-2017-childs-play-newsletter/) - Read August 2017 Child's Play Newsletter to learn all that has been going on at KinderLab Robotics and with KIBO! In this newsletter we have KIBO reenacting the solar eclipse, announce new research on computational thinking, announce our upcoming conferences as well as KIBO media coverage! - [Education Week: How Singapore Is Introducing Coding to Early Learners](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/education-week-how-singapore-is-introducing-coding-to-early-learners/) - Read this article to learn how Educators in Singapore are using KIBO robot kits for their youngest students to learn STEM. - [The 17 Best STEM Toys That Teach Kids to Code](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-17-best-stem-toys-that-teach-kids-to-code/) - 4 year old Kid can build their own robots with Kibo. They can also create a sequence of instructions with Kibo blocks and can use the robot body to scan a program. - [July 2017 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/july-2017-childs-play-newsletter/) - July 2017 will witness the teachers sharing their bits at the Resources website. You can also visit the site to share stories, inspiring others for the next year. - [June 2017 Child's Play Newsletter - BBES Edition](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/june-2017-childs-play-newsletter-bbes-edition/) - June 2017 will have the Building Brick Extension Set being attached to the KIBO Robot Kit, directly onto, KIBO’s body and Art Platform. - [April 2017 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/april-2017-childs-play-newsletter/) - April 2017 witnessed the launch of the new Sound Record/ Playback Module by KIBO Robotics. This was included either to the existing KIBO or to the new KIBO 21 kit. - [3 Tech Toys for Young Children and Where to Find Them in Singapore](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/3-tech-toys-for-young-children-and-where-to-find-them-in-singapore/) - These 3 Tech Toys for children are without screens, are the perfect for young children. Also look for the places, where they are found at Singapore. - [December 2016 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/december-2016-childs-play-newsletter/) - The blog states about the beginning of holiday season for kids and the plan to gift a KIBO for exploring new programming concepts during the holidays. - [October 2016 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/october-2016-childs-play-newsletter/) - This page describes the October 2016 Child’s play newsletter which states about a number of schools indulging in creativity with robotics and engineering. - [KIBO: Using Robotics to Prepare Children for the Future (Banner Biz Magazine)](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/kibo-using-robotics-to-prepare-children-for-the-future-biz-magazine/) - This states about the initiative by Kinderlab Robotics in designing the ‘KIBO’ robots for interacting with the infants and prepare them for future. - [July 2016 Child’s Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/july-2016-childs-play-newsletter/) - The July 2016 issue of Newsletter states about the implementation of KIBO into various classroom projects and the scopes provided for training and learning. - [May 2016 Child’s Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/may-2016-childs-play-newsletter/) - The issue of May 2016 Child’s Play Newsletter states about the KIBO collaborating with Kindergartners at a seminar with Obama’s STEM learning initiative. - [March 2016 Child’s Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/march-2016-childs-play-newsletter/) - The March 2016 issue of Child’s Play Newsletter states about the educational activities of KIBO over 40 different countries and ways of incorporating KIBO. - [KinderLab Robotics Selected for Social Innovation Forum’s 2016 Social Business Accelerator](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kinderlab-robotics-selected-for-social-innovation-forums-2016-social-business-accelerator/) - The page states about the success of Kinderlab Robotics being selected for the Social Innovation Forum’s 2016 Social Business Accelerator. - [December 2015 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/december-2015-childs-play-newsletter/) - Welcome to the Holiday 2015 edition of the KinderLab Child's Play Newsletter! This holiday we'd like to share with you some of the reasons we are grateful! - [October 2015 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/october-2015/) - The October 2015 Child’s Play Newsletter states about the teaching and learning value of dressing up KIBO in reference to Halloween. - [The toys that could help close Silicon Valley's gender gap](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-toys-that-could-help-close-silicon-valleys-gender-gap/) - Kinderlab Robotics suggests toys that would help to close the Silicon Valley’s gender gap. - [Congresswoman Clark codes with KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/congresswoman-clark-codes-with-kibo/) - This story by Kinderlab Robotics states about Congresswoman Katherine Clark creating a program with robot kid KIBO. - [June 2015 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/june-2015/) - The June 2015 issue of Child’s Play Newsletter states about Congresswoman Katherine Clark creating a program with robot kid KIBO, at Kinderlab Robotics. - [KIBO takes on the Cambridge Science Festival](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/kibo-takes-on-the-cambridge-science-festival/) - This is the story of the different activities accomplished by Kinderlab Robotics through KIBO at the Cambridge Science Festival. - [View from the classroom: Riverside Presbyterian Day School](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/view-from-the-classroom-riverside-presbyterian-day-school/) - This states about the changes in the classroom scenarios of the Riverside Presbyterian Day School after the introduction of KIBO. - [Getting funding for technology in the classroom](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/getting-funding-for-technology-in-the-classroom/) - This blog by Kinderlab Robotics suggests ways of Getting funding for technology in the classroom. - [Join KIBO next week at Imajine That Academy!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/kibo-at-imajine-that/) - This is an invitation to join KIBO at the Imagine That Academy for April vacation, especially for the New England based parents. - [Brown Bear, Brown Bear: What Can You Code?](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/brown-bear-brown-bear-what-can-you-code/) - Kinderlab Robotics this time has posted a video of how KIBO has been used in the Kennedy-Longfellow Elementary School in Cambridge MA. - [View from the classroom: Kingsley Montessori School](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/view-from-classroom-kingsley-montessori-school/) - We chatted with Dan Riles, the technology coordinator for the Kingsley Montessori School in Boston and gained more information about Kibo. - [As a parent or guardian, how do you feel about explaining how technology works to your child?](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/as-a-parent-or-guardian-how-do-you-feel-about-explaining-how-technology-works-to-your-child/) - KinderLab Robotics have conducted a blog poll on the topic- "As a parent or guardian, how do you feel about explaining how the technology works to your child?" - [February 2015 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/february-2015/) - The February 2015 Child’s Play Newsletter of states about the setting up of a new office of Kinderlab Robotics just outside Boston. - [Yeshiva Educators Train with Kibo Robots](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/yeshiva-educators-train-with-kibo-robots/) - This blog post by Kinderlab Robotics states about the Yeshiva Educators training with the KIBO Robots. - [KinderLab Robotics selected by NSF to exhibit at FETC 2015](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kinderlab-robotics-selected-by-nsf-to-exhibit-at-fetc-2015/) - This states about the selection of Kinderlab Robotics by National Science Foundation for exhibition at 2015 FETC conference. - [We’re giving away a KIBO on Christmas Eve - enter now!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/were-giving-away-a-kibo-on-christmas-eve-enter-now/) - This presents a great offer by Kinderlab Robotics which states that it will present one lucky winner with a KIBO robot on Christmas Eve i.e. 24Th December. - [The Complete Guide to Buying a Robot for Your Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-complete-guide-to-buying-a-robot-for-your-kids/) - KinderLab Robotics provides a complete guide to buying a Robot for kids. click on the link for more details. - [KIBO: Good Old-Fashioned Play Meets Cute Robot](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/kibo-good-old-fashioned-play-meets-cute-robot/) - KinderLab Robotics founder Mitch Rosenberg shares how KIBO teaches children aged four to seven years how to program by harnessing their propensity for play. - [December 2014 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/december-2014/) - December 2014 Child's Play Newsletter is a monthly newsletter from KinderLab Robotics. it shares some information and guidance about Kibo robot. - [The Buzz of the Week from VentureFizz](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/the-buzz-of-the-week-from-venturefizz/) - The Buzz of the Week from VentureFizz. Click on the link to get relevant information. - [November 2014 Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/childs-play-newsletter/november-2014/) - November 2014 Child’s Play Newsletter is the inaugural issue of KinderLab Robotics’ monthly newsletter, Child’s Play. It discusses research- based innovation. - [KinderLab gets down to business – with robots](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/blog/kinderlab-gets-down-to-business-with-robots/) - The KinderLab Robotics team grabbed KIBO and ventured out to the RoboBusiness conference, being held at the Hynes Convention Center. - [KinderLab Robotics Awarded SBIR Phase 1 Grant to Develop a Robotic Kit that Promotes Programming Skills for Early Childhood Education ​](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/awarded-sbir-phase-1-grant/) - KinderLab Robotics is awarded the SBIR Phase 1 Grant to develop a robotic Kit that promotes programming skills for early childhood education. - [Robots Are Everywhere! Learning About Technology From Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/robots-are-everywhere-learning-about-technology-from-robotics/) - Early education and technology blended, as a result, robots are everywhere in the curriculum. Kibo is such an engineering toy kit for kids between 4 and 7. - [KIBO Appeals to Kids' Imagination](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/kibo-appeals-to-kids-imagination/) - With its unique range of engineering toys, kibo leaves nothing to chances to ignite the power of imagination among kids. - [Mitch and Marina - KinderLab Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/mitch-and-marina-kinderlab-robotics/) - This blog by Kinderlab Robotics states about the entrepreneur collaboration with Mitch and Marina. - [Forbes: Why Kids Learn Better Playing with Robots](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/forbes-why-kids-learn-better-playing-with-robots/) - This Forbes article describes why kids learn better playing with robots. The article shares the benefits of using KIBO to motivate children to learn. With the right tools like KIBO essential growth experiences can be accessed and owned by all children. - [KinderLab Robotics to teach four to seven year-olds to code with $50,000 Kickstarter campaign](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/press-releases/kickstarter-campaign/) - KinderLab Robotics collects $50,000 with the Kickstarter campaign to teach four to seven-year old children to code through touch, sound, and sight. - [Buzz from the Week: May 27th – Jun 1st](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/media-coverage/buzz-from-the-week-may-27th-jun-1st/) - To facilitate better and faster learning of technology, in a playful manner, among kids, Kinderlab Robotics introduces a robot kit, named Kibo robot. ## Pages - [Home](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/) - Looking for hands-on STEAM learning for your PreK-5 classroom? Learn about KIBO, which offers robotics for kids, giving hours of exciting learning experiences. - [Sign Up for the KIBO Home Robotics Course](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/sign-up-for-the-kibo-home-robotics-course/) - The three-month KIBO Home Robotics Course is an affordable rental program designed for homes and homeschoolers. Learn more about the program and sign up here. - [KIBO Robot Repair and Technical Support](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/technical-support/) - KinderLab Robotics offers coding robots repair and technical support. Visit our website to learn more and get in touch with our support team with any questions. - [STEM Curriculum & Teacher Materials](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/education/stem-curriculum/) - Looking to incorporate STEM for elementary students? Incorporate STEM into your teaching curriculum with easy-to-use KIBO curriculum for PreK-5 students. - [Goddard](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/goddard/) - KIBO, the playful robot kit, is the approved STEM robot for The Goddard School®. Bring screen-free coding to your school, in activity centers and in class. - [KinderLab and KIBO Awards](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/awards/) - See the KinderLab and KIBO awards which back up our reputation for improving STEM literacy. Read on about the awards that KinderLab Robotics and KIBO have won. - [Why KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/kibo/why/) - Thinking about adding coding robotics to your classroom curriculum? Learn about coding through hands-on manipulatives, with the KIBO robot for young learners. - [About KinderLab Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/about/) - Learn more about KinderLab, the early childhood STEM company, our history, people, and research. KinderLab is the creator of the KIBO robot for young children. - [Which KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/kibo/which/) - Which KIBO coding robot for kids or classroom package is best? From a single coding robot to discounted classroom packages, there are many KIBO options for you. - [KIBO in Action](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/kibo/in-action/) - Interested in educational robots for your PreK-5 students? Learn how young kids take advantage of the screen-free KIBO robot to bring their learning to life, - [KIBO Ambassador](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/kibo-ambassador/) - Be a KIBO Ambassador! Passionate about providing innovative, age-appropriate robotics to your learners to enrich their STEAM learning? Join us! We want to support you and share your expertise! - [Thank You for Entering KIBO Giveaway](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/thank-you-for-entering-kibo-giveaway/) - Thanks for entering the KIBO giveaway! Learn about the importance of incorporating screen-free STEAM robotics into every core subject with your early learners. - [Thank You for Requesting KIBO Demo PPC](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/request-demo-ppc-thank-you/) - Thanks for requesting the Case for KIBO whitepaper. Learn the importance of incorporating STEAM robotics into every core subject with your elementary learners. - [Thank You for Requesting Case for KIBO DA](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/thank-you-for-requesting-case-for-kibo-da/) - Thanks for requesting the Case for KIBO whitepaper. Learn the importance of incorporating STEAM robotics into every core subject with your elementary learners. - [Grants Thank You](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/grants-thank-you/) - Thanks for requesting the Case for KIBO whitepaper. Learn the importance of incorporating STEAM robotics into every core subject with your elementary learners. - [Thank You for Requesting Case for KIBO PPC](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/thank-you-for-requesting-case-for-kibo-ppc/) - Thanks for requesting the Case for KIBO whitepaper. Learn the importance of incorporating STEAM robotics into every core subject with your elementary learners. - [Thank You for Requesting Case for KIBO eSchoolNews](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/thank-you-for-requesting-case-for-kibo-eschoolnews/) - Thanks for requesting the Case for KIBO whitepaper. Learn the importance of incorporating STEAM robotics into every core subject with your elementary learners. - [Grants](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/grants/) - Learn about grants for STEM Education when bringing edtech to elementary-aged students in the classroom, afterschool programs, summer programs, and more. - [For Educators](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/education/) - Learn about the importance of STEM Robotics for Elementary and PreK learners. See the research and how to easily integrate KIBO into your school or district. - [The KIBO Difference](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/kibo/difference/) - KIBO is a screen-free STEAM coding robot kit for kids, but do you know all it can do? Learn more about KIBO, the best robot for kids and their educators. - [Professional Development](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/education/professional-development/) - KinderLab provides STEM training for early childhood educators to ensure success in teaching coding and robotics in your PreK or elementary classrooms. - [Thank You NAA](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/thank-you-naa/) - Thanks for requesting the Case for KIBO whitepaper. Learn the importance of incorporating STEAM robotics into every core subject with your elementary learners. - [Our Supporters](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/supporters/) - The KIBO project has received financial support from the National Science Foundation and backing from our successful KickStarter campaign. Learn more. - [Meet the Playful, Screen-Free KIBO Robotics for Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/kibo/) - Looking for robotics coding for kids? 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The playful coding robot toy will bring years of STEAM fun! - [Research Articles](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/kibo/why/research/) - Read about the 20+ years of early childhood stem research proving that, with KIBO, young students can learn sequencing and coding in an engaging, hands-on way. - [Thank You for Downloading the 6 Reasons Your District Needs STEAM Robotics White Paper](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/thank-you-for-downloading-the-6-reasons-whitepaper/) - Thanks for requesting the “6 Reasons Your District Needs Early Learning STEAM Robotics & Coding” whitepaper and what KIBO robotics can bring to your district. - [Learn the 6 Key Benefits of Using Robotics with Your Youngest Students](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/learn-the-6-key-benefits-of-using-robotics-with-your-youngest-students/) - KinderLab shares the 6 benefits of using PreK-5 robots with young learners. 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The screen-free KIBO robot seamlessly integrates into all core subjects and playful STEAM learning to kids. - [STEM Robotics for Kids WP Ad](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/stem-robotics-for-kids-wp-ppc/) - Learn the importance of incorporating STEM robotics into every core subject with your elementary students. Bring KIBO into your classroom for playful learning. - [Back to School KIBO Giveaway](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/back-to-school-kibo-giveaway/) - Enter to win a KIBO robot kit! 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Download our free whitepaper to learn about using robotics in early education. - [Get Your KIBO Floor Map Curriculum Guide](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/get-your-kibo-floor-map-curriculum-guide/) - Download the free KIBO floor map curriculum guide and get 8 activities that address learning standards in math, ELA/literacy, science, social studies & design. - [The Case for KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/the-case-for-kibo/) - KinderLab Robotics shares how KIBO fits into every core subject and how you can make the case for using STEAM robotics with your young learners for lasting impact. - [Thank You For Requesting AI Curriculum Tech and Learning](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/thank-you-for-requesting-ai-curriculum-tech-and-learning/) - Thank you for requesting the Thinking with KIBO AI Curriculum, which provides 5 lessons designed to introduce young learners to artificial intelligence (AI). - [Contact](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/contact/) - Contact us to inquire about the KIBO robot, STEAM activities, our curriculim, or to ask questions about KinderLab Robotics. 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We are excited to share more information and introducing KIBO to your students. - [Thank You for Signing up for the KIBO Home Robotics Course](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/thank-you-for-signing-up-for-the-kibo-home-robotics-course/) - Thank you for getting started with the 3-month KIBO Home Robotics Course, which will introduce coding, robotics and engineering to young learners in the home. - [Thank You For Requesting AI Curriculum](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/thank-you-for-requesting-ai-curriculum/) - Thank you for requesting the Thinking with KIBO AI Curriculum, which provides 5 lessons designed to introduce young learners to artificial intelligence (AI). - [Thank You for Downloading the SEL and Learning Loss White Paper](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/thank-you-sel-and-learning-loss-paper/) - Here is your “KIBO STEAM Robotics in Post-Pandemic Learning Environments" whitepaper. KIBO can help develop young learners' SEL Skills and assist with learning loss. - [Thank You for Downloading the Connecting with KIBO Whitepaper](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/thank-you-connecting-with-kibo/) - Thanks for requesting the "Connecting with KIBO" whitepaper which helps educators continue their STEAM programs in distance and blended learning environments. - [Thank You for Downloading the 6 Benefits Whitepaper](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/thank-you-for-downloading-the-6-benefits-whitepaper/) - Thanks for requesting the “6 Key Benefits of Using Robotics in Your Early Childhood Classroom” whitepaper and what KIBO robotics brings to the classroom. - [Thank You For Downloading Mars Rover AI Activity](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/thank-you-for-downloading-mars-rover-ai-activity/) - Thanks for requesting the Mars Rover Lesson plan to introduce your young learners to artificial intelligence. KIBO provides a perfect way to explore AI concepts! - [Thank You Floor Map Guide](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/thank-you-floor-map-guide/) - Thanks for requesting the free curriculum guide – “Maps, Measurement, and Make-Believe”, offering 8 playful and active floor map activities to use with KIBO! - [Sulman LCE STEAM Grant](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/limudei-code-esh/) - The Limudei Code Esh STEAM Program starts elementary learners on their journey into coding and robotics by bringing Jewish holidays to life with KIBO and ScratchJr. - [STEM Robotics for Kids WP Ad Test](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/stem-robotics-for-kids-wp-ad-test/) - Learn the importance of incorporating STEM robotics into every core subject with your elementary students. Bring KIBO into your classroom for playful learning. - [Sign Me Up - Thank You](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/sign-me-up-thank-you/) - Thanks for joining the KIBO mailing list! We have added you to our mailing list and look forward to sharing more information on the screen-free KIBO robot. - [Shop Alternate](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/shop-alternate/) - [Request Demo - Thank You](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/demo-thank-you/) - Thank you for requesting a KIBO Robot Demo. We look forward to introducing you to the KIBO so you can see how your elementary-aged learners can code and play! - [Privacy Policy](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/privacy-policy/) - KinderLab's Privacy Policy contains the types of information that is collected and recorded by KinderLab Robotics and how the company will use it. - [Playful STEAM Robotics at Home Thank You](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/playful-steam-robotics-at-home-thank-you/) - Thanks for requesting the "Playful STEAM Robotics at Home" Guide. KIBO, the screen-free creative coding robot, will provide years of playful learning at home. - [NAA Request for Information](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/naa/) - Request a demo from KinderLab Robotics and meet KIBO, the screen free educational robot for kids. Sign up and learn more about robotics for elementary learners. - [STEAM Robotics in Early Childhood](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/kibo/why/steam-robotics-in-early-childhood/) - STEAM robotics in early childhood sparks kids' interest in coding, robotics, and engineering. Bring the playful, hands-on KIBO robot to your young learners. - [KIBO Classroom Packages](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/kibo/which/classroom-packages-new/) - The KIBO Classroom Packages offer the right mix of KIBO robot kits, hours of curriculum, training and more! 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This guide will help you choose which KIBO or Classroom package is best for you! - [FAQ](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/kibo/faqs/) - Read our frequently asked questions about KIBO. Learn more about programming with the KIBO coding robot kit for kids in prek-5th grade! We are here to help - [Compare KIBO Robot Kits](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/kibo/compare/) - How do you know which robots for kids are best? Learn more about the different versions of KIBO available and why they are best STEM robot kits for kids! - [Landing Page Template](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/landing-page-template/) - KinderLab Robotics shares how KIBO fits into every core subject and how you can make the case for using STEAM robotics with your young learners for lasting impact. - [KIBO Firmware Update](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/technical-support/firmware/) - If you are ready to update the firmware on your KIBO, you have come to the right place! Update the program that makes KIBO’s circuit boards work as designed. - [Customer Experiences](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/testimonials/) - Read the KIBO reviews and testimonials from our customers who use KIBO with young children in the classroom, in out of school time programs, at home, and more! - [Contact Thank You](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/contact-thank-you/) - Thank You! Thank you for contacting us! We appreciate your interest in KIBO – the screen-free, playful STEAM robot. Let's Play With KIBO! We will be in touch shortly to learn more about your early learning STEAM and computer science needs. We look forward to discussing how KIBO can be a playful and fun way - [AI and KIBO - Download Mars Rover Lesson](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/ai-and-kibo-download-mars-rover-lesson/) - Download this KIBO lesson plan to explore AI with your young learners. Students create a “rover” robot that uses its sensors to explore a new environment. - [Resources - Experiences](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources-experiences/) - Wondering if the KIBO robot is the right robot for you? See the collection of early childhood STEM examples from educators using the hands-on, screen-free KIBO. - [Resources - Tutorials](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources-tutorials/) - Check out these KIBO coding robot tutorials which provide an introduction to the KIBO robot to help get kids started with programming, how to scan, and more! - [Resources - Activities](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources-activities/) - Looking for easy-to-use coding and robotics activities? These early childhood STEM lessons and activities get you and your young students using KIBO robots. - [KIBO STEAM Robot Store](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/shop/) - Are you looking to purchase a KIBO robot or classroom package? 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Check out these STEM white papers, guides, datasheets, and webinars for your reference. - [Resources - Research](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources-research/) - Read about the 20+ years of research and the efficacy studies that shows specific, powerful, and positive learning outcomes for young learners using KIBO. - [Resources - Curriculum](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources-curriculum/) - See the collection of KinderLab's standards-aligned STEAM Curriculum and teaching materials you can use to bring STEAM, coding, and robotics into your teaching. - [Join the KIBO Ambassador Program](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/kibo/ambassadors/) - The KIBO Ambassador program brings together passionate educators using KIBO robotics with their young learners to enrich their STEAM learning. Become an Ambassador today! - [KIBO Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/kibo-education/) - Robotics has become crucial in early childhood education. Learn about the theory, resources, and research behind using robotics (and KIBO) with early learners ## Products - [Marker Extension Set](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/marker-extension-set/) - KIBO can draw as it moves! With the Marker Extension Set, students attach the base to KIBO, then attach up to three arms to the base, and drop a marker into each arm. Students create their code, let KIBO loose on a large sheet of paper, watch their creation being made! - [Block Sticker Upgrade for KIBO 14](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/block-sticker-upgrade-for-kibo-14/) - Have an older KIBO 14 robot kit? This Upgrade Pack will update your block stickers with the improved block stickers, which makes them easier to scan! - [Block Sticker Upgrade for KIBO 10](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/block-sticker-upgrade-for-kibo-10/) - This Block Sticker Upgrade Pack includes all the individual block label stickers and parameters needed to upgrade each block and parameter card in a KIBO 10 robot kit. Have an older KIBO 10 robot kit? This Upgrade Pack will update your block stickers with the improved block stickers, which makes them easier to scan! - [Full Classroom KIBO 18 Package](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/full-classroom-package-kibo-18/) - Our classroom packages give you the right number of KIBOs, valuable training, hours of curriculum, workbooks, and more! Classroom Packages are priced at a 5% discount compared to buying a la carte. The KIBO 18 Full Classroom Package is designed to serve 20 to 24 students with 10 KIBO 18 Robot Kits, and is perfect for a large classroom or for sharing within the school. - [Small Classroom KIBO 18 Package](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/small-classroom-package-kibo-18/) - Our classroom packages give you the right number of KIBOs, valuable training, hours of curriculum, workbooks, and more! Classroom Packages are priced at a 5% discount compared to buying a la carte. The KIBO 18 Small Classroom Package is designed to serve 10 to 12 students with 5 KIBO 18 robot kits, and is perfect for a small classroom or sharing between classrooms. - [Activity Center KIBO 18 Package](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/activity-center-package-kibo-18/) - Our classroom packages give you the right number of KIBOs, valuable training, hours of curriculum, workbooks, and more! Classroom Packages are priced at a 5% discount compared to buying a la carte. The KIBO 18 Activity Center Package is designed to serve 4 to 6 students with 2 KIBO 18 Robot Kits, and is perfect for a makerspace, library or small classroom. - [Full Classroom KIBO 21 Package](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/full-classroom-package-kibo-21/) - Our classroom packages give you the right number of KIBOs, valuable training, hours of curriculum, workbooks, and more! Classroom Packages are priced at a 5% discount compared to buying a la carte. The KIBO 21 Full Classroom Package is designed to serve 20 to 24 students with 10 KIBO 21 Robot Kits, and is perfect for a large classroom or for sharing within the school. The package includes: - [Small Classroom KIBO 21 Package](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/small-classroom-package-kibo-21/) - Our classroom packages give you the right number of KIBOs, valuable training, hours of curriculum, workbooks, and more! Classroom Packages are priced at a 5% discount compared to buying a la carte. The KIBO 21 Small Classroom Package is designed to serve 10 to 12 students with 5 KIBO 21 robot kits, and is perfect for a small classroom or sharing between classrooms. - [Activity Center KIBO 21 Package](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/activity-center-package-kibo-21/) - Our classroom packages give you the right number of KIBOs, valuable training, hours of curriculum, workbooks, and more! Classroom Packages are priced at a 5% discount compared to buying a la carte. The KIBO 21 Activity Center Package is designed to serve 4 to 6 students with 2 KIBO 21 Robot Kits, and is perfect for a makerspace, library or small classroom. - [Full Classroom KIBO 21 STEAM Explorer Package](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/full-classroom-package-kibo-21-steam-explorer/) - Our classroom packages give you the right number of KIBOs, valuable training, hours of curriculum, workbooks, and more! Classroom Packages are priced at a 5% discount compared to buying a la carte. The KIBO 21 STEAM Explorer Full Classroom Package is designed to serve 20 to 24 students with 10 KIBO 21 Robot Kits and all the add-ons, and is perfect for a large classroom or for sharing within the school. Extended activities support computer science standards up to 5th grade! - [Small Classroom KIBO 21 STEAM Explorer Package](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/small-classroom-package-kibo-21-steam-explorer/) - Our classroom packages give you the right number of KIBOs, valuable training, hours of curriculum, workbooks, and more! Classroom Packages are priced at a 5% discount compared to buying a la carte. The KIBO 21 STEAM Explorer Small Classroom Package is designed to serve 10 to 12 students with 5 KIBO 21 robot kits, and is perfect for a small classroom or sharing between classrooms. Extended activities support computer science standards up to 5th grade! - [Activity Center KIBO 21 STEAM Explorer Package](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/activity-center-package-kibo-21-steam-explorer/) - Our classroom packages give you the right number of KIBOs, valuable training, hours of curriculum, workbooks, and more! Classroom Packages are priced at a 5% discount compared to buying a la carte. The KIBO 21 STEAM Explorer Activity Center Package is designed to serve 4 to 6 students with 2 KIBO 21 Robot Kits, and is perfect for a makerspace, library or small classroom. Extended activities support computer science standards up to 5th grade! - [KIBO 15 Home Edition](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/kibo-15-home-edition/) - The affordable KIBO 15 Home Edition brings the benefits of KIBO into the home, inspiring parents, children, and siblings to engage and collaborate with playful and interactive robotics. A perfect gift! - [KIBO 10 Home Edition](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/kibo-10-home-edition/) - The affordable KIBO 10 Home Edition brings the benefits of KIBO into the home, inspiring parents, children, and siblings to engage and collaborate with playful and interactive robotics. A perfect gift! - [KIBO 21 Kit](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/kibo-21-kit/) - Our most complete kit! KIBO 21 builds upon the advanced sensors and conditional programming of the KIBO 18 Kit, adding visual and audio narratives with the Expression Module and the Sound Record/Playback Module. - [KIBO 18 Kit](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/kibo-18-kit/) - The KIBO 18 kit builds upon the art platforms, sensors and outputs of the KIBO 15 Kit, adding advanced sensors - the Eye and Telescope - and If/End If conditional programming with additional parameters. - [KIBO 15 Kit](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/kibo-15-kit/) - The KIBO 15 Kit builds upon the movement and sequencing capabilities of the KIBO 10 Kit, by adding an introduction to programming with sensors (sound) and output (light). KIBO 15 expands the expressive capabilities of KIBO with an art stage to anchor children's decorations. - [KIBO 10 Kit](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/kibo-10-kit/) - KIBO 10 is a hands on, screen-free robot kit where PreK-5th graders create, design, decorate and bring their own robot to life! The KIBO 10 kit offers everything a child needs for an introduction to programming and movement with robotics. - [Sound Record/Playback Module](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/sound-record-playback-module/) - Give KIBO a voice! A child can record their own voice with the KIBO Sound Record/Playback Module - in three different ways! With this module, a student can expand role play and imagination with KIBO and use their own voice to explore literacy and language development, bilingual education, music, and more! - [Marker Extension Set - Extras](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/marker-extension-set-extras/) - Attach more markers onto the Marker Extension Set and create longer "marker chains" with these extra arms and additional washable markers. - [KIBO 18 to KIBO 21 Upgrade Package](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/kibo-18-to-kibo-21-upgrade-package/) - Do you have a KIBO 18 kit and want to upgrade your kit to become a KIBO 21? Upgrade and save! Make your KIBO 18 a KIBO 21 with these additional features: Sound Record Playback Module and Programming Blocks and Expression Module. - [Free Throw Extension Set](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/free-throw-extension-set/) - Play and Toss with KIBO! With the KIBO Free Throw Extension Set, children experiment with forces, motion, and potential energy by programming KIBO to throw a ping pong ball! Students can now code KIBO to drive to the basket and shoot, hit a target, and play games like basketball, quidditch, lacrosse, and catch! - [Expression Module](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/expression-module/) - Express Yourself! The KIBO Expression Module supports a variety of literacy activities (write or draw on the whiteboard!), geography activities (flags of the world!), design a flag (for their own imaginary country!), and allows children to express themselves. - [Bundle of Fun Extension Package](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/bundle-of-fun-extension-package/) - Bundle all KIBO’s fun extension sets and save! The Bundle of Fun Extension Package includes our 4 popular extension sets that enhance and extend the KIBO learning experience. There is also the option to add each of their curriculum guides. - [Building Brick Extension Set (Deluxe)](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/building-brick-extension-set-deluxe/) - KinderLab Robotics' Deluxe Building Brick Extension Set includes 4 building brick bases that fit into KIBO's module ports. Shop this coding robotics toy now! - [Building Brick Extension Set (Basic)](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/building-brick-extension-set-basic/) - Let’s build your KIBO up! KIBO's Building Brick Extension Set allows children to expand build upon their KIBO with the world’s most popular building bricks, including LEGO®. Build fabulous Lego structures onto the KIBO body! - [Advanced Coding Extension Set](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/advanced-coding-extension-set/) - Unlock Advanced Coding Concepts with KIBO! KIBO's advanced coding allows learners to design their own programming blocks, create their own games, and explore complex coding concepts. Students can explore advanced computer science concepts such as subroutines, randomness, and conditionals, while staying rooted in KIBO’s familiar screen-free, hands-on coding environment. - [Wheel](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/wheel/) - If you want your KIBO to move, add on some wheels! The wheels, when attached to their motors, allow KIBO to perform any of the movements found in that wooden programming block set. And there are two ways for KIBO to move - a smooth ride or a hop-along - depending on how you insert the motors. Zoom! Zoom! - [WAIT FOR CLAP Block](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/wait-for-clap-block/) - Wait for it! When children use the WAIT FOR CLAP block as part of their programming sequence, KIBO stops until they clap in KIBO's "ear". The children control the next step in their code! This block requires the Clap/Sound Sensor (Ear) to function. Please be sure to order this module if you don't have it already! - [Turntable Art Platform](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/turntable-art-platform/) - The wonderful thing about KIBO is it can transform into anything. Incorporating arts and crafts onto KIBO's art platforms, KIBO can become anything a child imagines - a research project on migrating whales, a re-enactment of a favorite storybook, a cultural dancer, exploring the solar system, and more! - [Stage Pedestal](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/stage-pedestal/) - This Stage Pedestal connects KIBO's art stage platforms to the motor or Stage Support. With the ability to decorate KIBO, children can turn KIBO into anything they want it to be! - [Stage Art Platform](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/stage-art-platform/) - Incorporating arts and crafts onto KIBO's art platforms, KIBO can become anything a child imagines. Learn more about the Stage Art Platform and shop now! - [SPIN Block](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/spin-block/) - Lets get dizzy! When children use the SPIN block as part of their programming sequence, KIBO will spin around. Have KIBO spin during a dance, or to spin a carousel! - [SING Block](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/sing-block/) - KIBO sings! When children use the SING block as part of their programming sequence, KIBO will sing a little tune. They can add the SING block to enhance their code, to include a litty ditty! - [Parameters for REPEAT Blocks (Numbers Only)](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/parameters-for-repeat-blocks-numbers-only/) - These parameter cards pair to the REPEAT conditional wooden programmable blocks which enhance young learners' experiences with KIBO. With these parameters, children can perform repeat conditional commands while programmwhile programming KIBO. - [Parameters for REPEAT Blocks](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/parameters-for-repeat-blocks/) - These parameter cards pair to the REPEAT conditional wooden programmable blocks which enhance young learners' experiences with KIBO. With these parameters, children can perform repeat conditional commands as well as when working with the Distance Sensor (Telescope) and the Light Sensor (Eye) while programming with KIBO. - [Parameters for IF/THEN Blocks](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/parameters-for-if-blocks/) - These parameter cards pair to the IF/THEN conditional wooden programmable blocks which enhance young learners' experiences with KIBO. With these parameters, children can perform conditional commands which accompany the Distance Sensor (Telescope) and the Light Sensor (Eye) while programming KIBO. - [Motion Blocks](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/motion-blocks/) - The MOTION Wooden Programming Blocks get KIBO moving! The Motion Block set includes a FORWARD, BACKWARD, TURN RIGHT, TURN LEFT, and SHAKE Programming Blockz. - [LIGHT ON Blocks](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/light-on-blocks/) - Let KIBO shine! When used with the Lightulb Output Sensor, these RED, WHITE, and BLUE blue wooden programming blocks KIBO lights up for visual excitement. Please be sure to have the Light Output: Lightbulb sensor to use these Light On Blocks. - [IF and END-IF Blocks](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/if-and-end-if-blocks/) - The IF and 1 END-IF blocks allow students to extend their use of KIBO with these conditional blocks along with their corresponding parameter cards. These blocks require the Parameters for IF blocks and the light and/or distance sensors. - [FORWARD Block](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/forward-block/) - This FORWARD wooden programming block can be purchased to add more forward commands to a student's programming sequence. - [Firmware Update Cable](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/firmware-update-cable/) - This cable is available to purchase should you need to update your KIBO whenever there is a firmware update. This cable is also included in any kit, but you can order a replacement as needed. - [Conditional Blocks](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/conditional-blocks/) - These conditional blocks enhance young learners' experiences with KIBO by allowing them to perform repeat loops or conditional commands to accompany the many sensors while programming KIBO - Clap Sound Sensor (Ear) Sensor, Light Sensor (Eye), Distance Sensor (Telescope). - [Light Sensor: Eye](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/light-sensor-eye/) - KIBO can detect light! This Light sensor (eye) allows KIBO to judge light and dark. This sensor requires the Conditional Blocks (REPEAT and IF) and applicable parameter cards to function. Please be sure to order those if you don't have them already! - [Light Output Sensor: Lightbulb](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/light-output-lightbulb/) - Let KIBO shine! When used with the LIGHT ON wooden programming blocks, this Light Output (Lightbulb) sensor lights up KIBO for visual excitement. Please be sure to order the LIGHT ON blocks for this sensor to function. - [Distance Sensor: Telescope](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/distance-sensor-telescope/) - KIBO detects distance! This distance sensor (telescope) allows KIBO to know near and far! When using the "IF/THEN" conditional blocks, along with the parameter cards - "Near", "Far", "Until Near" and "Until Far" - KIBO will know how far it is from an object. Don't let KIBO bump into the wall! Please be sure to order the IF/THEN Conditional Blocks and parameters cards to take advantage of the telescope sensor! - [Clap/Sound Sensor: Ear](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/clap-sound-sensor-ear/) - KIBO can hear! This clap/sound sensor (ear) allows KIBO to hear sounds. When using the WAIT FOR CLAP block, KIBO will wait for a child to clap in its "ear" before performing any other action. Please be sure to also order the WAIT FOR CLAP block when ordering the ear sensor. - [Block Sticker Upgrade for KIBO 21](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/block-sticker-upgrade-for-kibo-21/) - Have an older KIBO 21 robot kit? This Upgrade Pack will update your block stickers with the improved block stickers, which makes them easier to scan! - [Block Sticker Upgrade for KIBO 18](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/block-sticker-upgrade-for-kibo-18/) - Have an older KIBO 18 robot kit? This Upgrade Pack will update your block stickers with the improved block stickers, which makes them easier to scan! - [Block Sticker Upgrade](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/block-sticker-upgrade/) - Have an older KIBO or need new stickers? Upgrade the block barcode stickers! For kits sold prior to November 1, 2017, you can upgrade your block stickers with the improved block stickers, which make them easier to scan! To purchase, enter the number of blocks* you want to upgrade in the "Quantity" field, and add those to your cart. Then, in the Special Instructions field during checkout, list the blocks you want to upgrade so that we know which stickers to send you. * You'll receive four stickers per block; one for each side. - [BEGIN and END Blocks](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/begin-and-end-blocks/) - Like every story, KIBO needs a beginning and and ending to perform its programming story. Students will use the BEGIN and END blocks to begn and end their programming sequence. - [BEEP Block](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/beep-block/) - This BEEP wooden programming block can be purchased for KIBO to beep when added to a student's programming sequence. - [Two Posters - KIBO and Engineering Design Process](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/kibo-and-engineering-design-process-posters/) - Looking for classroom posters to help you introduce KIBO concepts to your students? Click here for KIBO and Engineering Design Process posters. - [Teaching Materials Package](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/teaching-materials-package/) - We are proud to offer 2 Teacher Materials Packages - Standard Teacher Materials Package and Premium Teacher Materials Package - which provide research-backed, standards-aligned curriculum to help you get the most out our your KIBO investment and get early educators started with KIBO! All at a 15% discount! When you make the commitment to purchase KIBO for your young learners, we want to ensure you’re successful bringing robotics into your classroom. - [Make Learning Visible! (Marker Curriculum Guide)](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/make-learning-visible/) - The Make Learning Visible! curriculum guide provides up to 10 hours of KIBO activities based on KIBO's Marker Extension Set. This research-based curriculum booklet supports the KIBO Marker Extension Set with engineering, mathematics, literacy, and art connections. - [Showtime with KIBO! (Sound Module Curriculum Guide)](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/showtime-with-kibo/) - Click here to view the curriculum booklet that supports the KIBO Sound Record/Playback Module with art, literacy/language, and social studies connections. - [Module Curriculum Guides Bundle](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/module-curriculum-guides-bundle/) - All of KIBO's four fun extension set's curriculum guides are available as a bundle, available at a 25% discount off the individual guide prices. Each of these research-based guides provide an additional 10 hours of creative STEAM activities with KIBO. - [Express Yourself! (Expression Module Curriculum Guide)](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/express-yourself/) - The Express Yourself! curriculum guide provides up to 10 hours of KIBO activities based on the KIBO's Expression Module. This research-based curriculum booklet supports the KIBO Expression Module with art, literacy, and social studies connections. - [Engineering Design Journals](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/engineering-design-journals/) - An easy way to learning the engineering desgin process! With the Engineering Design Journal, students make their own learning visible by documenting their planning, revision, and testing. In their journal, students sketch their imagined constructions, plan their programs, and record the challenges and solutions they discover. - [Build It Better! (Building Block Curriculum Guide)](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/build-it-better/) - The Build It Better! Curriculum Guide provides up to 10 hours of KIBO activities based on the Building Brick Extension Set. This research-based curriculum booklet supports the KIBO Building Brick Extension Set with engineering and architecture connections. - [Blended Learning Curriculum Bundle](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/blended-learning-curriculum-bundle/) - For schools looking to implement a blended-learning program with KIBO including a home-based KIBO rotation, KinderLab has created a ready-made package of curriculum and professional development. The package supports 5 KIBOs in rotation, and offers a 10% discount off the list price of all of the materials. - [Assessment Workbook](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/assessment-workbook/) - The KIBO Assessment Workbook helps educators evaluate student learning with KIBO with a focus on programming and robotics concepts and the engineering design process. These assessments help teachers assess student learning and outcomes. - [Ask and Imagine (Advanced Coding Curriculum Guide)](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/ask-and-imagine/) - Unlock Advanced Coding Concepts with KIBO! The Ask and Imagine Curriculum Guide provides 6 - 8 hours of KIBO activities based on the KIBO Advanced Coding Extension Set. For children who are experienced with KIBO's core concepts, the Advanced Coding Extension Set offers the next step along a computer science pathway and explore even more sophisticated programming concepts. - [KIBO Says - Class Programming Game](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/kibo-says-game/) - Let's have some fun with the KIBO Says Programming Game! Learn KIBO's coding language through engaging unplugged play! KIBO Says is a collection of oversized cards with images of KIBO's programming icons. As they play KIBO Says, students learn KIBO's programming language by acting out KIBO's movements, sounds, and other commands themselves. KIBO can even scan the game cards, just like the blocks! - [KIBO Activity Cards](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/activity-cards/) - The KIBO Activity Cards provide 15 creative KIBO activities with big, colorful images and easy-to-follow instructions, for hours of student engagement or fun at home with KIBO! Each card invites children into a different creative, imaginative activity with KIBO that combines coding, building, art, and play. - [Creating with KIBO Curriculum Guide](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/creating-with-kibo-curriculum-guide/) - Get started with KIBO right away! Our comprehensive, research-based curriculum guide, Creating with KIBO, offers 20-40 hours of curriculum for PreK-2nd grade classrooms. Detailed lesson plans get teachers up and running quickly to introduce coding, robotics, and engineering concepts with KIBO. - [Activity Center Guidebook](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/activity-center-guidebook/) - For teachers implementing an activity centers-based classroom, library, or makerspace, the KIBO Activity Center Guidebook provides 10 lessons that embed the KIBO philosophy of “Build – Art – Code – Play” in student-directed, discovery-based learning experiences. This guide provides suggestions to setup a KIBO center (a "KIBO Corner"!) including supplies and layout, and general advice for facilitating activities. Each of the 10 lesson plans provide specific setup suggestions, facilitation tips, and information on addressing cross-curricular connections and academic standards. - [Exploring with KIBO - A Robotics Curriculum for Grades 3 - 5](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/exploring-with-kibo-a-robotics-curriculum-for-grades-3-5/) - The 2nd volume of KIBO’s Core Curriculum, Exploring with KIBO–A Robotics Curriculum for Grades 3-5, provides 60 hours of standards-aligned lessons & activities. - [Growing with KIBO - A Robotics Curriculum for Pre-K to 2nd Grade](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/growing-with-kibo/) - KIBO's Core Curriculum, Growing with KIBO - A Robotics Curriculum for Pre-K to 2nd Grade, provides educators of young learners with 60 sequenced hours of standards-aligned lesson plans in robotics, coding, and computational thinking. This guide was designed to support early elementary classrooms with a complete, sequenced STEAM curriculum, not only covering robotics, coding, and computational thinking, but also providing opportunities for integrating these topics with arts and literacy activities. - [Training - One-Hour Web Conference](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/training-one-hour-web-conference/) - Kick off your KIBO teaching with a one-hour, interactive videoconference PD session! During this one hour online PD session, we will share instructions, tips, and best practices to help you get started teaching with KIBO. We will dive into how to use KIBO's parts and wooden programming building blocks, discuss teaching with KIBO, and answer any questions you may have. Bring your own KIBO and let's have some fun! - [Showtime with KIBO! (Sound Module Curriculum Guide) (Clearance)](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/showtime-with-kibo-sound-module-curriculum-guide-clearance/) - Our Sound Module Curriculum Guide is on sale. The Curriculum Guide provides up to 10 hours of KIBO activities based on the Sound Record/Playback Module. - [Make Learning Visible! (Marker Curriculum Guide) (Clearance)](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/make-learning-visible-marker-curriculum-guide-clearance/) - The Make Learning Visible curriculum guide provides KIBO activities based on KIBO’s Marker Extension Set with engineering, math, literacy, and art connections. - [Express Yourself! (Expression Module Guide) (Clearance)](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/express-yourself-guide-clearance/) - The Express Yourself! curriculum guide provides up to 10 hours of KIBO activities based on the KIBO's Expression Module, including art, literacy, and social studies connections. - [Build It Better! (Building Block Curriculum Guide) (Clearance)](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/build-it-better-guide-clearance/) - The Built It Better! Building Block Curriculum Guide provides 10 hours of KIBO activities. Learn how this product can be used in educational settings! - [KIBO Repair Service](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/kibo-repair-service/) - Does your KIBO need some repair? Is it outside of the 6-month warranty? We are here to help! Please reach out to our support team about the issue you are experiencing. After the discussion, and if the support representative has asked you to return your KIBO for our paid repair service, please add this service to your cart. - [Goddard Center Time Expanded Activities Package](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/goddard-center-time-expanded-activities-package/) - Enhance your "Center Time" Goddard Essentials Package! The Expanded Activities Package includes two sets of add-ons to provide your students with a wide range of new experiences in their KIBO activity center. This package includes: Sound Record/Playback Module, Marker Extension Set, Building Brick Extension Set, Free Throw Extension set, as well as their Curriculum booklets which provide hours of activities for the added modules. (This package does not include KIBOs; buy this package to expand your existing Goddard Essentials Package.) - [Goddard Center Time KIBO 10 Essentials Package](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/goddard-center-time-essentials-package/) - The place to start! The "Center Time" KIBO 10 package includes 2 KIBO 10 robots, enabling your school to implement a KIBO Robotics materials center in one Pre-K, Preschool, or even Get Set classroom at a time with 2 robots. This package also includes a set of age-appropriate additional parts and curriculum materials, offering a great introduction to STEM and creative robotics, all at a 5% discount. - [Goddard Center Time Essentials KIBO 21 Package](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/goddard-center-time-essentials-kibo-21-package/) - The place to start! The "Center Time" KIBO 21 package includes two our our top-of-the-line KIBO 21 robots, enabling your school to implement a KIBO Robotics materials center in one Pre-K, Preschool, or even Get Set classroom at a time. Curriculum and training are included, all at a 5% discount! - [Goddard Whole Class Package](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/goddard-whole-class-package/) - A complete solution! If you want the flexibility to engage a whole class in small-group work with robotics in afterschool and summer programs, while also providing activity time and group work in your regular classrooms, the “Whole Class” package has everything you need, with 5 KIBO 21 robots, curriculum, and training. This package allows for deep exploration of robotics and STEAM for all ages, all at a 5% discount! - [KIBO Coding Cards](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/kibo-coding-cards/) - KIBO Coding Cards provide older students a different way to program KIBO. Like the wooden programming blocks students build their sequences scan them with KIBO. - [Round Wood Platform](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/round-wood-platform/) - Round wooden art stage only (part of the turntable art platform). - [Stage Support](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/stage-support/) - This stage support connects KIBO's art stages or Expression Module flagpole to KIBO. With this support, just imagine the creations a child can build onto their KIBO! - [KIBO Costumes](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/kibo-costumes/) - KIBO has costumes! KIBO Costumes expand the options for fun, creative, imagination play with KIBO! Will KIBO wear a fancy green dress to the ball? Is KIBO an orange tiger with stripes, or a super-hero with crazy green hair, a silver mask, and stars on its cape? What can your KIBO become? - [Motor Module](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/motor-module/) - KIBO runs on motors. Not only do the motors get KIBO moving, but it can move the art platforms for some twirly fun! - [Assessment Workbook 1st Edition (Clearance)](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/assessment-workbook-1st-ed-clearance/) - These Assessment Workbooks help teachers evaluate student learning with KIBO with a focus on programming and robotics concepts and the engineering design process. - [Activity Cards - 1st Edition (Clearance)](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/products/activity-cards-1st-edition-clearance/) - These 11 activity cards provide an introduction to KIBO's parts and wooden programming blocks. These cards are useful for students to work with KIBO in classroom stations, or for a parent and child to work through together. ## Events - [ISTELive 25](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/istelive-25/) - Come and get hands-on with KIBO, the screen-free, creative STEAM robot in Booth #1134 or during the sessions at ISTELive 25 Conference in San Antonio, TX. - [Spring 2025 CUE Conference](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/spring-2025-cue-conference/) - We are excited to exhibit at the Spring 2025 CUE Conference in Palm Springs, CA. Join us to code and play with the KIBO STEAM robot! We will be in booth #117! - [2025 CA STEAM Symposium](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/2025-ca-steam-symposium/) - Join us at the CA STEAM Symposium where we will be exhibiting and sharing the KIBO STEAM robot to educators across California. Come code and play with KIBO! - [Webinar - Innovate your Makerspace! Robotics STEAM Activities to Engage Young Learners](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/webinar-kibo-in-your-makerspace/) - In the webinar, "Innovate your Makerspace! Robotics STEAM Activities to Engage Young Learners" learn how STEAM robotics offers playful learning in makerspaces. - [Webinar - Teach K-5 Students How AI Works with Unplugged and Robotics Activities](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/webinar-teach-k-5-students-how-ai-works-with-unplugged-and-robotics-activities/) - Join this webinar to hear educators' experiences teaching K-5 students about AI and its concepts through hands-on robotics and fun, unplugged activities. - [CSTA 2024 Annual Conference](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/csta-2024-annual-conference/) - Meet the screen-free KIBO robot at the CSTA 2024 Annual Conference! Learn how young students learn coding, computational thinking, and STEAM through robotics. - [FETC 2023](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/fetc-2023/) - Join us at the FETC 2023 Conference, where you can play and code with KIBO! We're excited to be demonstrating the KIBO robot to educators of young children. - [FETC 2025](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/fetc-2025/) - Join us at the FETC 2025 Conference, where you can play and code with KIBO in Booth #942! We're excited to demonstrate the KIBO robot to elementary educators. - [TCEA 2025](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/tcea-2025/) - Come code and play with KIBO at the upcoming TCEA Conference! We will be in Booth #1313 demonstrating the screen-free KIBO robot to educators of young children. - [CSTA New England 2024 Conference](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/csta-new-england-2024-conference/) - Join us at CSTA New England 2024 Conf. taking place on 11/2 at Boston University. Code with KIBO, the screen-free, playful STEAM robot for elementary learners. - [MassCUE 2024](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/masscue-2024/) - Come code with the KIBO, the early learning, screen-free STEAM robot at MassCUE 2024, in Booth #220 or the numerous sessions. Get hands-on with KIBO and play! - [Dream with S.T.E.A.M.](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/dream-with-s-t-e-a-m/) - The KIBO robot will be at Dream with S.T.E.A.M. Conference where local new england K-12 educators and leaders are invited to get hands-on with STEAM solutions. - [GaETC 2024](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/gaetc-2024/) - We are looking forward to meeting GA technology educators at GaETC 2024 (11/6 & 11/7). Stop by booth #406 to meet KIBO, the screen-free, playful STEAM robot! - [ISTELive 2024](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/istelive-2024/) - Come code with KIBO at our booth or session at the ISTELive 2024 Conference in Denver. Learn more about how KIBO can help meet your school's CS and STEAM needs. - [MassCUE Spring Conference 2024](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/masscue-spring-conference-2024/) - The KIBO robot will be at MassCUE Spring Conference 2024 this spring. Come code and play with KIBO at our tabletop exhibit or at the 90-minute hands-on session. - [Webinar: Develop PreK-4th Graders’ Computational Thinking and STEAM Skills with Playful KIBO Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/webinar-develop-prek-4th-graders-computational-thinking-and-steam-skills-with-playful-kibo-robotics/) - Join this webinar "Develop PreK-4th Graders’ Computational Thinking and STEAM Skills with Playful KIBO Robotics" to learn how KIBO supports playful learning. - [Webinar - Bringing Creative STEM Robotics to Cobb County’s Early Learners in PreK to 2nd Grade – 3 Case Studies](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/webinar-bringing-creative-stem-robotics-to-cobb-countys-early-learners-in-prek-to-2nd-grade-3-case-studies/) - Educators share their experiences using STEM robotics in classrooms, afterschools, libraries, and makerspaces with KIBO, supporting playful learning and STEAM. - [Webinar - Address Learning Loss and SEL with Creative Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/webinar-address-learning-loss-and-sel-with-creative-robotics/) - In this webinar, Address Learning Loss and SEL with Creative Robotics", learn how KIBO helps students practice SEL skills like collaboration and learning loss. - [TCEA Elementary Technology Conference 2024](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/tcea-elementary-technology-conference-2024/) - Join KinderLab at the TCEA Elementary Technology Conference where you can code with KIBO in the exhibit hall or during a hands-on coding and creating session! - [Webinar - Teaching Computational Thinking and Coding to Young Children - Playful Learning and Expression for PreK-2nd Grade](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/webinar-teaching-computational-thinking-and-coding-to-young-children-playful-learning-and-expression-for-prek-2nd-grade/) - In the Webinar, "Teaching Computational Thinking and Coding - Playful Learning and Expression for PreK-2nd Grade", explore playful learning with KIBO robotics. - [Webinar - Storytelling with KIBO: Meeting Early Literacy Milestones with Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/webinar-storytelling-with-kibo/) - Watch the webinar, "Storytelling with KIBO: Meeting Early Literacy Milestones with Robotics", to learn how KIBO brings storytelling to life for young children. - [Webinar - Robots in Your OST Programs? Yes! Your Learners Won’t Want to Leave.](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/webinar-robots-in-your-ost-programs-yes-your-learners-wont-want-to-leave/) - Join the NAA webinar with PBS Reno, Pearce Learning Tech and Science Works Hands-on Museum! Bring robotics fun to your out-of-school or community programs. - [Webinar: Integrate SEL and Human Values with Coding and Robotics in PreK-3 Classrooms](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/webinar-integrate-sel-and-human-values-with-coding-and-robotics-in-prek-3-classrooms/) - In this webinar "Integrate SEL & Human Values with Coding and Robotics in PreK-3 Classrooms" learn how robotics develops socio-emotional learning and character. - [Webinar: Incorporating Creative Robotics into Your Technology Strategy for PreK-5th Grade](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/webinar-incorporating-creative-robotics-into-your-technology-strategy-for-prek-5th-grade/) - Watch the Webinar, "Incorporating Creative Robotics into Your Technology Strategy for PreK-5th Grade" ,to learn how districts use KIBO to build a CS pathway. - [Webinar - Developing Computational Thinking in Early Childhood - a Discussion with Dr. Marina Bers](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/webinar-developing-computational-thinking-in-early-childhood-a-discussion-with-dr-marina-bers/) - Join the webinar "Developing Computational Thinking in Early Childhood - a Discussion with Dr. Marina Bers" & learn about coding and robotics in early learning. - [Webinar - Coding as a Playground – Exploring Early Childhood Coding with Dr. Marina Bers](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/webinar-coding-as-a-playground/) - In this webinar, "Coding as a Playground – Exploring Early Childhood Coding with Dr. Marina Bers", learn about PreK-2 coding and computational thinking. - [Webinar - How Can I Use KIBO in Blended or Distance Learning?](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/blended-learning-webinar/) - In this webinar, you will learn suggestions and advice on incorporating KIBO into a distance- or blended-learning model for STEAM education at home and school. - [Spring CUE 2024 Conference](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/spring-cue-2024-conference/) - KinderLab is exhibiting at Spring CUE 2024 in Booth #123. Code with KIBO and see how young students learn STEAM concepts through creative coding, arts and play. - [2024 UCET Education Conference](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/2024-ucet-education-conference/) - The KIBO tobot will be at UCET 2024 in Salt Lake City, UT! Come code with KIBO and see how KIBO can help meet your Computer Science and STEAM teaching goals. - [2024 CA STEAM Symposium](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/2024-ca-steam-symposium/) - Join us at the CA STEAM Symposium where we will be haring the KIBO STEAM robot to nearly 3,000 educators from across California. Come code and play with KIBO! - [TCEA Elementary Technology Conference 2023](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/tcea-elementary-technology-conference-2023/) - Code with KIBO at the TCEA Elementary Technology Conference in the exhibit hall or session, STEAM Learning and Storytelling – Bring Characters to Life with KIBO! - [FETC 2024](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/fetc-2024/) - Come code and play with the KIBO robot at FETC 2024 Conference! We will be demonstrating the screen-free KIBO with educators of young children in Booth #1511. - [TCEA 2024](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/tcea-2024/) - Come code and play with KIBO at TCEA 2024 Conf.! We will be in Booth # 730 and will demonstrate the screen-free KIBO robot to TX educators of young children. - [The Montessori Event](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/the-montessori-event-2/) - KinderLab will be exhibiting at the upcoming The Montessori Event in Booth # 532. We are excited to be demonstrating the KIBO robot to Montessori educators. - [MassCUE 2023](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/masscue-2023/) - KinderLab is exhibiting at the MassCUE 2023 and sharing KIBO with local educators focused early edtech in the classroom. Comeand play with KIBO in Booth #220. - [GaETC 2023](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/gaetc-2023/) - Stop by booth #624 to meet KIBO, the screen-free, playful STEAM robot at the GaETC Conf. on November 1-3. Learn more about early learning, hands-on robotics. - [ISTE Live 2023](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/iste-live-2023/) - Come and meet KIBO, the screen-free, creative STEAM robot, at ISTE Live 2023 Conference in Philadelphia. Visit us in Booth #2429 or at the hands-on sessions. - [STEMapalooza 2023](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/stemapalooza-2023/) - For local Georgia educators and admins, we invite you to the annual STEMaplooza Conference. Come by and code, play, and learn more about the screen-free robot. - [MA DLCS Summit 2023](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/ma-dlcs-summit-2023/) - Join us at the MA DLCS State Summit on June 14. Play with KIBO at the Device Petting Zoo, where you can program KIBO to act out the animals actions and sounds! - [Scratch Day 2023](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/scratch-day-2023/) - Join us for Scratch Day 2023 on Saturday, May 13, 2023 in Cambridge, MA where you can join the KIBO activity “Create a Robot Pet with KIBO - Onscreen and Off!”. - [Spring CUE 2023 Conference](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/spring-cue-2023-conference/) - Come code and play with KIBO at the upcoming Spring CUE 2023 Conference. We will be demonstrating the KIBO robot to educators throughout CA in Booth # 406! - [TCEA 2023](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/tcea-2023/) - KinderLab Robotics will be exhibiting at the upcoming TCEA Conference in Booth # 1634. Come code and play with KIBO! We are excited to be demonstrating the KIBO robot to educators of young children throughout Texas. Learn more about KIBO and learn how this innovative and screen-free STEAM robot allows your young learners to learn - [NAEYC 2022](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/event/naeyc-2022/) - We are looking forward to participating in the upcoming National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Annual Conference, taking place November 16 - 18 in Washington, D.C. We are excited to be demonstrating the KIBO robot to early childhood educators throughout the nation. Come play with KIBO in Booth # 1920! Learn more ## Resources - [KIBO Bowling](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-bowling/) - KIBO Bowling provides a play, goal-oriented activity for measurement, prediction, iteration and to develop mathematical and logical thinking skills. - [Computational Thinking and Coding - Playful Learning and Expression for PreK-2nd Grade](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/computational-thinking-and-coding-playful-learning-and-expression-for-prek-2nd-grade/) - This webinar with Dr. Marina Bers explores how computational thinking supports PreK-2 learners’ playful learning and expression with age-appropriate technology. - [Bringing Creative STEM Robotics to Cobb County’s Early Learners in PreK-2nd Grade](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/bringing-creative-stem-robotics-to-cobb-countys-early-learners-in-prek-2nd-grade/) - In this webinar, hear from 2 Cobb County School educators who share their experiences using creative STEM robotics, including KIBO, in varied environments. - [Address Learning Loss and SEL with Creative Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/address-learning-loss-and-sel-with-creative-robotics/) - The "Address Learning Loss and SEL with Creative Robotics" webinar discusses the use of KIBO to combat learning loss and provide SEL skills for young learners. - [Innovate your Makerspace: Robotic STEAM Activities to Engage Young Learners!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/innovate-your-makerspace-robotic-steam-activities-to-engage-young-learners/) - Innovate your Makerspace with robotic STEAM activities to engage young learners; the perfect “playground” approach to bring interactive learning to students. - [Coding as a Playground – Exploring Early Childhood Coding with Dr. Marina Bers](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/coding-as-a-playground-exploring-early-childhood-coding-with-dr-marina-bers/) - Dr. Marina Bers shares how coding, engineering, and computational thinking supports developmental goals for young learners in the elementary classroom. - [Developing Computational Thinking in Early Childhood - a Discussion with Dr. Marina Bers](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/developing-computational-thinking-in-early-childhood-a-discussion-with-dr-marina-bers/) - Hear from researcher, Dr. Marina Bers, about how coding and robotics in early childhood develops young children's computational thinking and STEAM learning. - [How Can I Use KIBO Hands-on Robotics in Blended or Distance Learning?](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/how-can-i-use-kibo-hands-on-robotics-in-blended-or-distance-learning/) - Hear how to incorporate hands-on, screen-free KIBO robots into a distance- or blended-learning model for creative STEAM education both at home and at school. - [Storytelling with KIBO: Meeting Early Literacy Milestones with Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/storytelling-with-kibo-meeting-early-literacy-milestones-with-robotics/) - In this webinar, hearhow the age-appropriate, research-backed KIBO robot provides a foundation for literacy education through robotics, coding, and STEAM. - [Incorporating Creative Robotics into your Technology Strategy for PreK-5th Grade](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/incorporating-creative-robotics-into-your-technology-strategy-for-prek-5th-grade/) - In this webinar, learn from key district-level decision makers about how KIBO helped them build a comprehensive computer science pathway from PreK to grade 5. - [6 Reasons Your Educational Center Needs a KIBO Robot](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/6-reasons-your-educational-center-needs-a-kibo-robot/) - Integrating robotics into elementary education is easy with the hands-on, screen-free KIBO robot. In this webinar, learn the 6 reasons why your clasroom needs KIBO. - [6 Reasons Your Childcare Center or Preschool Needs KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/6-reasons-your-childcare-center-or-preschool-needs-kibo/) - Integrating robotics into early childhood education is easy with the screen-free KIBO. Watch the webinar to learn 6 reasons why your childcare center needs KIBO. - [KIBO Projects at Home: STEAM Robotics to Engage Your Young Learners Out of School](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-projects-at-home-steam-robotics-to-engage-your-young-learners-out-of-school/) - This webinar provides examples of how you can use KIBO robotics at home. STEAM robotics engages your young learner in and out of school for their STEAM learning. - [Robots in Your OST Programs? Yes! Your Learners Won't Want to Leave!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/robots-in-your-ost-programs-yes-your-learners-wont-want-to-leave/) - Panelists from a museum, community outreach center, and enrichment center who share in this webinar how they use the KIBO robot in out-of-school time settings. - [Teach Your Elementary Students How AI Works with KIBO Robots!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/teach-your-elementary-students-how-ai-works-with-kibo-robots/) - [The Best TK (and Elementary!) Educational Programs Include STEM](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/the-best-tk-and-elementary-educational-programs-include-stem/) - This webinar discusses how you can easily bring STEM learning to your young learners with a screen-free STEAM resource, the hands-on and exploratory KIBO robot. - [1st Grade KIBO Intro Lessons](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-introduction-lessons-for-1st-grade/) - These 1st-grade lesson plans introduce KIBO's programming and movement capabilities, and the concept of the repeat loop. The lessons include links toresources. - [KIBO Activity Card - Fire Truck](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/activity-card-fire-truck/) - Clang, clang, clang! We need the KIBO fire truck to help the community. Decorate the KIBO robot as a fire truck and program it to flashing its lights and drive! - [KIBO Lesson Plan Framework](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-lesson-plan/) - This Sample KIBO Lesson planning document provides an easy to use way for educators to plan their next KIBO activity! - [Nursery Rhyme Retelling with KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/nursery-rhyme-retelling-with-kibo/) - In this lesson, K-2 students retell a nursery rhyme using the KIBO robot. Students create a program and code KIBO to tell a nursery rhyme to their audience. - [Coding & Sequencing With The Very Hungry Caterpillar](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/coding-and-sequencing-with-the-very-hungry-caterpillar/) - Kindergarten students incorporate soding and sequencing with The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Studying patterns, they develop coding sequences to bring their robots to life. - [A Pollination Adventure with KIBO!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/a-pollination-adventure-with-kibo/) - Buzz Buzz's Pollination Adventure is a playful lesson where KIBO transports Buzz Buzz, through a coding sequence, to collect pollen &d return it to the beehive. - [Let's Tell Jokes with KIBO!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/lets-tell-jokes-with-kibo/) - In this KIBO Experience, Lisa Wagoner, and her 4th grade children tell jokes with 2 KIBOs. It is a fun and interactive way to get hands-on with the KIBO robot! - [Teach K-5 Students How AI Works with Unplugged and Robotics Activities](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/teach-k-5-students-how-ai-works-with-unplugged-and-robotics-activities/) - In this webinar, hear from educators' experiences teaching K-5 students about AI through engaging, unplugged activities and hands-on robotics, including KIBO. - [Coding and Making with the Gray Whales](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/coding-and-making-with-the-gray-whales/) - This Coding and Making with the Gray Whales activity brings research, science, arts and crafts, and coding together to bring the KIBO migrating whale to life. - [KIBO Sight Word Bowling](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-sight-word-bowling/) - Let's play a KIBO game. With KIBO Sight Word Bowling, students to read from flashcards, and program KIB to knock down the corresponding sight word pin - [Early Childhood Technology: Supporting Child Development with Creative Coding](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/early-childhood-technology/) - Learn about early learning technologies, research, educator’s in-class experience and KIBO and ScratchJr activities that can be used for coding activities! - [Early Childhood Technology: Supporting Child Development with Creative Coding](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/early-childhood-technology-supporting-child-development-with-creative-coding/) - Panelists in this webinar share their experiences supporting early child development with age-appropriate, creative coding and technology to learn STEM skills. - [Thinking with KIBO Curriculum - Introducing Artificial Intelligence in Early Grades](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/thinking-with-kibo-curriculum-introducing-articifical-intelligence-in-early-grades/) - Introduce AI to early learners with the free Thinking with KIBO curriculum. Young children explore core concepts of AI through hands-on work with KIBO. - [Integration of Robotics and Coding with Global Exploration](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/integration-of-robotics-and-coding-with-global-exploration/) - Preschoolers explore the art and culture of the Ndebele people of Southern Africa. They created Ndebele dolls, coded a dance sequence using KIBO, and played drums. - [Dances from Around the World](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/dances-from-around-the-world/) - With the Dances from Around the World Curriculum, students select a cultural dance, decorate their KIBO robot as a dancer, and then program KIBO to dance. - [Where the Wild Things Are Curriculum](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/where-the-wild-things-are/) - Inspired "Where the Wild Things Are", this curriculum incorporates literacy and robotics to recreate the “wild rumpus”, where KIBO acts of the scene from the book. - [KIBO Dances the Virginia Reel](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-dances-the-virginia-reel/) - KIBO dances the Virginia Reel! For this dance program, we programmed a series of dances individually, then synchronized two KIBO robots to perform the dance. - [KIBO Cards - Advanced Programming](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-cards-advanced-programming-3/) - This Activity Card provides more information on learning nested repeats and IF concepts with KIBO. Take your students coding experience to the next level with KIBO's advanced programming cards to make coding more complex. - [KIBO Cards - Art Light and Sound](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-cards-art-light-and-sound-3/) - In these KIBO activity cards, we delve into KIBOs Art Platforms, how to use its Lightbulb and how KIBO makes sounds. KIBO has Art Platforms! KIBO is designed to incorporate all kinds of art, craft and recycles materials. KIBO's art platfoms lets kids turn KIBO into anything they want! KIBO can Turn on its Lightbulb! - [KIBO Cards - Conditionals with Sensors](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-cards-conditionals-with-sensors-3/) - KIBO offers advanced coding options, included IF/THEN conditional commands, as well as REPEAT commands. IF/THEN Commands offer allow KIBO to make choices based on what it can sense, just like you can! Try these activities to see how it works: "Scared of the Dark" Your KIBO loves to play during the day but is afraid - [KIBO Cards - Introducing Sensors](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-cards-introducing-sensors/) - KIBO senses its environment! Sensors can see and hear things in the world around them, just like your own eyes and ears. Learn more about the Sound Sensor, Distance Sensor and Light Sensor. KIBO’s Sound Sensor can hear sounds, just like your ears can. WAIT FOR CLAP tells KIBO to stop until the sound sensor - [KIBO Cards - Repeat Loops](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-cards-repeat-loops-3/) - Repeat loops are an important part of coding. In this instructional card, "Using Repeat Loops" ou cam learn how young students use the REPEAT and END REPEAT programming blocks with KIBO. The Repeat and End Repeat Blocks are used like the bread of a sandwich along with a parameter card (2, 3, 4, and forever). - [KIBO Cards - How Does KIBO Work](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-cards-how-does-kibo-work-3/) - In these cards, we describe the innards of the KIBO robot and how it performs as it does. Learn more about KIBO's main board, its wiring, and its scanner. Underneath the KIBO robot is a clear bottom so children can see how KIBO works. KIBO’s main board, KIBO's brain, controls its movement by telling the - [KIBO Cards - Motors and Movement](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-cards-motors-and-movement-3/) - How do KIBO's wheels and motors work? Kids attach KIBO’s wheels to the motors to make them spin. The motors are then attached to the KIBO robot to make it move! KIBO’s motors can be attached in 2 ways to make KIBO move differently - one smooth like a race car, and one wobbly like - [KIBO Activity Card - Pet Trick](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/activity-card-pet-trick/) - With this KIBO activity, kids can create a KIBO pet and teach it to do a trick when you clap! Decorate KIBO as your favorite pet and recreate their movements. - [KIBO Expression Module Literacy Activities](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-expression-module-literacy-activities/) - This guide "Literacy Activities with KIBO's Express Module" contains activities designed for students to practice reading and writing using the Expression Module. - [Robotics and Mathematics Go Hand in Hand](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-with-floor-map-activities/) - Here are examples of how young learners use the KIBO robot with math instruction to explore different scenarios and solve problems through practical experiences. - [KIBO Robot Activities in Makerspaces](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/robotics-activities-in-makerspaces-for-young-learners/) - See different ways to use KIBO to get students problem-solving, collaborating and sharing ideas with physical computing with robots as part of your makerspace. - [The Engineering Design Process](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/the-engineering-design-process/) - When making projects, engineers follow a series of 6 steps called the Engineering Design Process - ASK, IMAGINE, PLAN, CREATE, TEST & IMPROVE, and SHARE. - [KIBO the Cave Explorer at PS321](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-the-cave-explorer-at-ps321/) - Kids use the engineering design process to develop a KIBO robot cave explorer and learn communication skills, collaboration, problem solving skills & perseverance. - [KIBO Engineering in a Summer STEM Program](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-engineering-in-4-day-summer-stem-program/) - This KIBO Experience is based on a 4-day STEM summer program for PreK kids focused on Simple Machines, the KIBO robot and the engineering design process. - [Greek Gods and Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/greek-gods-and-robots-at-the-steward-school/) - In this integrated Greek Mythology STEAM lesson, learn how 2nd grade students use KIBO to bring their research to life, with creativity, building, arts& coding. - [KIBO Coding at Kohl Children's Museum](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/coding-with-kibo-at-kohl-childrens-museum/) - During "Toying with Tech" kids designed a maze of foam blocks. Children created a coding program and tested and debugged the code to get KIBO through the mazes! - [Exploring the Solar System with KIBO and Dr. Mae Jemison](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/exploring-the-solar-system-with-kibo-and-dr-mae-jemison/) - In this experience, students programmed the KIBO robot to tour the solar system, under the command of a LEGO version of astronaut Dr. Mae Jemison riding on KIBO - [Horizons for Homeless Children Case Study - Building, Coding, Creating, and Exploring with KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/horizons-for-homeless-children-case-study-building-coding-creating-and-exploring-with-kibo/) - In this case study, learn how young learners at the Horizons for Homeless Children in MA, along with their teachers, use KIBO for their early STEM Learning. - [6 Key Benefits of Using Robotics with Your Youngest Students](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/6-key-benefits-of-using-robotics-with-your-youngest-students/) - Download the “6 Key Benefits of Using Robotics in Your Early Childhood Classroom” whitepaper to learn the benefits of coding and robotics for early learners. - [Maps, Measurement, and Make-Believe! Floor Map Activities for KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/maps-measurement-and-make-believe-floor-map-activities-for-kibo/) - Download the curriculum guide – “Maps, Measurement, and Make-Believe – An Introduction to Floor Map Activities”, offering playful, active floor map activities. - [The Case for KIBO - Importance of Screen-Free Coding & Robotics for Young Learners](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/the-case-for-kibo-importance-of-screen-free-coding-robotics-for-young-learners/) - Download the “Case for KIBO – The Importance of Screen-Free Coding and Robotics” Whitepaper and bring STEAM robotics and coding programs to your young learners. - [Balloons Over Broadway with KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/balloons-over-broadway-with-kibo/) - In this fun fall activity students decorated a balloon as a turkey, attached it to their KIBO and programmed KIBO to walk in a parade like the Macy's Parade! - [KIBO Zoo - An Intro to Creative Robotics & Programming in K–2](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/the-kibo-zoo-an-introduction-to-creative-robotics-programming-in-k-2/) - The KIBO Zoo Guide provides a ready-to-use 6-10 hour lesson plan for teachers to implement KIBO coding and robotics in Kindergarten-2nd grade classrooms. - [KIBO Superhero Robots](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/superhero-robots/) - In this Superhero Robots activity, kids learn about what makes a superhero, the design and bring a KIBO robot to life to help others in their community. - [Explore and Measure our Town](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/explore-and-measure-our-town/) - In this activity, students draw a town, then program the KIBO robot to explore it by traveling from place to place while creating lines it draws around town. - [Our Block, Our Dance - Using KIBOs Advanced Blocks](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/our-block-our-dance-using-kibos-subroutine-blocks/) - In this activity teach KIBO some dance moves! Create a dance step subroutine and create an icon on the programming block with KIBO Advanced Coding Extension Set. - [Children's Museum Implements KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/childrens-museum-kibo/) - See how the Knock Knock Children's Museum has playfully implemented the KIBO robot. Check out the KIBOwling activity kids did during the Cardboard Challenge. - [Introducing KIBO in a Classroom](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/introducing-kibo-in-a-classroom/) - This KIBO experience is a 30-45 minute lesson that introduces KIBO, its pieces, how to build the robot, how to connect code blocks, and how to scan and code. - [Integrating Literacy and Science with KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/integrating-literacy-and-science-with-kibo-in-k-2-classrooms/) - Watch to see the KIBO robot being integrated with literacy and science instruction with K-2 students. They brough a character from a book and animals to life. - [Creating Animals from Singapore Zoo](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-training-in-singapore/) - This video shares early childhood educators across Singapore participating in a KIBO training and coding and creating KIBO robot animals from the Singapore Zoo. - [3rd Graders introduce KIBO to Kindergarten Buddies](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/third-graders-introduce-kibo-to-kindergarten-buddies-at-friends-seminary/) - Third grade tech students introduce KIBO to their kindergarten buddies. Through colloaboration and instruction, they taught them how to code with KIBO. - [Reenacting the Iditarod with KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/re-enacting-the-iditarod-at-jcds/) - Watch as 1st grade students reenact the famous Iditarod Race with KIBO. This cross-curriculum project incorporates math, history, writing, reading & creativity. - [KIBO Engineering with RAPP](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-engineering-with-rapp-dr-deborah-l-carlson/) - Watch this small group lesson of 4-year olds focusing on programming concepts with KIBO, estimating distances, coding their programming sequence, and debugging. - [A First Grade Class’ KIBO Journey](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/one-class-kibo-journey-yavneh-academy/) - Using KIBO, first graders learned to sequence, analyze, and organize their ideas, and learned programming, collaboration skills and an appreciation of roles. - [Project Integrating the Engineering Design Process](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/integrating-kinderlabs-engineering-process-into-the-grade-1-judaic-studies-curriculum/) - Read about a first grade classroom experience blending engineering, arts, and Judaic studies. The KinderLab Engineering Design Process guided this experience. - [Engineering a KIBO Carousel](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/engineering-a-carousel-at-singapores-westgate-centre/) - The studentat the First Skool created a carousel with KIBO by going through the design process, coding, collaboration, and problem solving. Learning thru play! - [Introducing KIBO to 2nd Graders](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/introducing-kibo-to-2nd-graders-at-susie-c-altmayer-school/) - Second grade students are introduced to KIBO in a step by step approach-from learning the features of KIBO, to basic programming, to creating complex programs. - [KIBO Celebrates 100th day of School at Yavneh Academy](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-celebrates-100th-day-of-school-at-yavneh-academy/) - Students were excited to celebrate the 100th day of school at Yavneh Academy, and so were the KIBO robots! KIBOs were programmed a happy dance to celebrate! - [Total Eclipse of the Bot](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/total-eclipse-of-the-bot/) - In this Astronomy inspired activity, KIBO perfoms the #TotalEclipseoftheBot. Three KIBO robots are programmed, and decorated to reenact a total eclipse. - [Going on a Bear Hunt - with KIBO!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/going-on-a-bear-hunt-with-kibo/) - Watch as children read "We're Going on a Bear Hunt" then map out the road to the bear cave. Children then coded their KIBO robot to navigate to get to the cave! - [Big Robots for Little Kids](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/big-robots-for-little-kids/) - Watch this video about the research and development of a "Big KIBO.", a study on the impact of scale on kids' engagement with robotics and the size of a robot. - [Rainforest Animal Stories with KIBO's Sound Recorder](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/rainforest-animal-stories-with-kibo-sound-recorder/) - In this activity, students decorated their KIBO robot as a rainforest animal, programmed KIBO to move as the animal and used the recorder to share animal facts. - [KIBO Obstacle Bowling Activity](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-obstacle-bowling/) - 2nd graders put their coding knowledge to the test in the "obstacle bowling!" game. Watch as they programmed their KIBOS hit down as many pins as possible. - [STEAM Teaching: Using Coding as A Playground in PD](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/steam-teaching-using-coding-as-a-playground-in-pd/) - This video overview of KIBO is for early childhood educators, describing student-lead learning while merging play, STEAM learning, and computational thinking. - [Elephant and Piggie KIBO Theater](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/elephant-and-piggie-theater/) - In this “Robotic Reader’s Theater” activity, art, literacy and coding come together to develop literacy skills. Students recreate Elephant and Piggie with KIBOs! - [Integrating Technology into a Preschool Classroom](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/integrating-technology-into-a-preschool-classroom/) - This video shares an integrated STEAM unit on the Chinese New Year using KIBO in a Boise preschool, where students read, decorate, and code KIBO to perform a dance. - [Celebrating Tu B’Shevat, the Jewish New Year of Trees](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/celebrating-tu-bshevat-the-jewish-new-year-of-trees-with-kibo/) - In celebration of Tu B’Shevat, the Jewish New Year of Trees, 1st and 2nd graders created 4 trees representing the seasons and programmed KIBO to care for trees. - [Develop PreK-4th Graders' Computational Thinking and STEAM Skills with KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/develop-prek-4th-graders-computational-thinking-and-steam-skills-with-kibo/) - Hear from 2 independent school educators who share their experiences using KIBO in varied environments – in classrooms, makerspaces, and after school programs. - [Integrate SEL and Human Values with Coding and Robotics in PreK-3 Classrooms](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/integrate-sel-and-human-values-with-coding-and-robotics-in-prek-3-classrooms/) - Dr. Marina Bers discusses how coding, computational thinking and robotics develops socio-emotional learning, cultivates character, and fosters a moral compass. - [Changing Role of Technology and STEAM Learning in Young Children’s Lives](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/changing-role-of-technology-and-steam-learning-in-young-childrens-lives/) - The Changing Role of Technology and STEAM Learning in Young Children’s Lives Webinar discusses technology and coding tools to support children’s learning needs. - [Build. Art. Code. Play. Integrating Robotics within K-2 Curriculum](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/build-art-code-play-integrating-robotics-within-k-2-curriculum-webinar/) - In this webinar, Integrating Robotics within K-2 Curriculum, you can learn more about the KIBO Robot and the importance of introducing coding to young children. - [Introduce Fun and Playful STEM Robotics in Your Afterschool Program](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/introduce-fun-and-playful-stem-robotics-in-your-afterschool-program/) - Learn the benefits of using robotics with your young learners and hear real examples of how KIBO robotics can be successfully implemented in afterschool programs. - [STEAM Learning Through Play - An Introduction to KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/steam-learning-through-play-an-introduction-to-kibo/) - Watch the KIBO robotics webinar "STEAM Learning Through Play - An Introduction to KIBO" to learn how KIBO starts young learners on their journey to code. - [Ready for Robotics? Addressing the Missing 'T' and 'E' of STEM in Early Education](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/ready-for-robotics-addressing-the-missing-t-and-e-of-stem-in-early-education/) - Ready for Robotics? This webinar addresses the 'T' and 'E' of STEM in early education. We share how KIBO brings Technology and Engineering to young learners. - ["Who Am I?" KIBO Curriculum](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/who-am-i/) - The Who Am I? curriculum integrates identity, culture, and diversity with engineering and programming concepts, using KIBO to express their culture in a creative way. - [Dino Buddy KIBO Curriculum](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/dino-buddy-kibo-activity/) - This 20-hour cross-cirrucular curriculum, "Dino Buddy", lets young learners learn about dinosaurs and their environment through KIBO robotics and programming! - [KIBO Bin Ball](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-bin-ball-2/) - KIBO needs to make a basket to win the game! What is the right combination of movement and Free Throw options to land the ball in the basket? - [KIBO Activity Card - Snowplow](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/activity-card-kibo-snowplow/) - In this KIBO Snowplow activity, KIBO needs to help clear the city covered in snow! Build, test and improve a KIBO snowplow using the Engineering Design Process. - [KIBO Activity Card - Dancer](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/activity-card-kibo-dancer/) - Let’s create a repeating dance routine! Listen to a favorite song, decorate KIBO, and program KIBO to repeat a dance routine by programming with repeat loops. - [KIBO Activity Card - Dream Car](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/activity-card-dream-car/) - KIBO can become the craziest car you can imagine and you can make it go zoom! With this activity, kids can create and program their KIBO to be a dream car. - [Connecting with KIBO - Using KIBO in Blended and Distance Learning](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/connecting-with-kibo-using-kibo-in-blended-and-distance-learning/) - Continue your STEAM programs and meet your initiatives with KIBO robotics-creative coding, arts, and play in blended or distance learning. Get your FREE guide! - [Playful STEAM Robotics at Home - Learn the 3 Benefits of KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/playful-steam-robotics-at-home-learn-the-3-benefits-of-kibo/) - Download the “Playful STEAM Robotics @ Home” Guide, designed for parents wanting to bring innovative robotics to their little learners. Meet the screen-free KIBO! - [Use KIBO to Practice SEL Skills & Help with Learning Loss](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/use-kibo-to-practice-sel-skills-help-with-learning-loss/) - Download this whitepaper to learn how KIBO can enhance students' SEL skills like collaboration and teamwork, and recover lost ground in math, literacy and more. - [6 Reasons Your District Needs Early Learning STEAM Robotics & Coding](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/6-reasons-your-district-needs-early-learning-steam-robotics-coding/) - Download this white paper to learn how incorporating the KIBO robot can help your students move ahead in their STEM/STEAM learning with playful robotics. - [Going Full STEAM Ahead Using the KIBO Fun Class Mascot](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/going-full-steam-ahead-using-the-kibo-fun-class-mascot/) - The KIBO robot can become a class pet or dressed to look like a favorite character in a book. KIBO becomes part of your STEM/STEAM curriculum in a playful way. - [Meet KIBO Flyer - The Playful Screen-Free Robot](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/meet-kibo-flyer-the-playful-screen-free-robot/) - KIBO, the screen-free robot, starts young learners on their pathway to creative coding and robotics. Kids build, program, decorate, and bring their robot to life. - [No KIBO? No Problem! Guide](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/no-kibo/) - Stuck at home without KIBO? This booklet "No KIBO? No Problem" is a collection of engaging STEAM activities you can do with your kids without a KIBO robot kit! - [Teaching Stories through Robotics](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/traditional-stories-in-early-childhood-education-teaching-stories-through-robotics-programming/) - This curriculum "This Traditional Stories in Early Childhood Education - Teaching Stories through Robotics & Programming"is a curricular unit for preschoolers. - [KIBO Drawing](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-drawing/) - This KIBO robot activity is to draw. Attach a pen to the back of the KIBO using 5 clothespins, place KIBO on paper on the floor, program a sequence and go! - [Use the KIBO Expression Module](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-expression-module-video/) - In this video you will be introduced to the KIBO Expression Module. See how to use the Expression Module adds and the kind of playful activities it supports. - [KIBO Independent Exploration](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/cards-for-kibo-independent-exploration/) - These activity cards are for self-directed, independent exploration when using KIBO in an "activity corner" settings - from beginners to more complex coding. - [KIBO Expression Module Ideas](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/expression-module-activity-ideas/) - You can use the KIBO's Expression Module to create fun ways to help KIBO communicate! We include some activities for you to get started when using the module! - [Geography for Yom Ha'atzmaut](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/geography-for-yom-haatzmaut/) - For this geography lesson, during Yom Ha'atzmaut, students brought to life their classroom learning with KIBO and designed and creat a geography map. - [KIBO Shape Search Activity](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-shape-search/) - Imagine, create and test a program to make KIBO draw a shape or letter with KIBO's Marker Extension Set. Design a flag that shows your design on the flagpole. - [KIBO Mark and Measure Activity](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-mark-and-measure-2/) - Experiment, measure, and record with the KIBO Free Throw Extension Set. As students mark each landing spot, a pattern emerges. Guess where the ball will land! - [KIBO Catch](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-catch-2/) - Play catch with the KIBO robot with the open-ended, gross-motor Free Throw Extension Set activity. Receive a touchdown pass! Making a great outfield save! T - [KIBO Introduction Lesson Plan](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-introduction-lesson/) - The KIBO introduction lesson plan for Prek and Kindergarteners describes open-ended, stations-based lessons for KIBO's sound, light, and motion capabilities. - [Look at Me!](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/look-at-me/) - Kids will draw a person using their KIBO robots with the KIBO Marker Extension Sets. With the extension set, kids can program their KIBO to draw shapes. - [Introducing the Playful KIBO Robot](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/introducing-kibo/) - This video introduces the KIBO robot and shows you how to assemble your robot to get it moving - from the wheels to the sensors, let's start building and coding! - [Introducing KIBO's Programming Blocks](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/programming-blocks/) - This video introduces you to KIBO's programming blocks and how to create a coding sequence. We will introduce the blocks and show you how to start coding. - [Creating and Scanning a Program with KIBO](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/creating-and-scanning-programs/) - Learn how to scan a program and create a programming sequence with KIBO. With just a little practice kids can easily create a sequence for KIBO to perform. - [Use KIBO Repeat Loops with Parameters](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/repeat-loops-with-number-parameters/) - Use KIBO's repeat loop programming blocks with the number parameter cards. Kids can program KIBO to perform an action and repeat 2x, 3x, 4x or infinity. - [Introducing KIBO's Sensors](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/introducing-sensors/) - This video introduces KIBO's sound (ear), light (eye) and distance (telescope) sensors and all young learners can do with the interactive sensors when using KIBO. - [Use KIBOs Wait for Clap and Sound Sensor](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/wait-for-clap-sound-sensor/) - This tutorial explains how to use the KIBO Sound Sensor (ear) andWait for Clap programming block, designed for children to learn they control KIBO's movements. - [Use KIBO's Distance Sensor with Repeats](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/using-the-distance-sensor-with-repeat-loops/) - This video tutorial shows how to create a repeat loop while using KIBO's distance sensor (telescope). - [Use KIBO's IF and End/IF Blocks](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/using-if-and-end-if-blocks/) - This video demonstrates the use of the KIBO IF and End/IF blocks to create a conditional statement when creating a programming sequence. - [Use Nesting IFs Inside KIBO's Repeat Loops](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/nesting-if-loops-inside-repeat-loops/) - This video demonstrates the advanced programming capabilities of KIBO, including the IF/THEN programming function and nesting these blocks within a sequence. - [KIBO Articles](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/kibo-articles/) - KIBO's design is the result of extensive research and testing at the Tufts University DevTech Research Group. - [Blocks to Robots](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/blocks-to-robots/) - A book by KinderLab Robotics co-founder Professor Marina Umaschi Bers - [Designing Digital Experiences for Positive Youth Development](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/designing-digital-experiences-for-positive-youth-development/) - A book by KinderLab Robotics co-founder Professor Marina Umaschi Bers - [The Early Childhood Robotics Network](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/resources/the-early-childhood-robotics-network/) - The Early Childhood Robotics Network website (http://tkroboticsnetwork.ning.com) was started by the DevTech Research Group at Tufts University to connect and support educators using early childhood robotics. ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/category/uncategorized/) - [School](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/category/school/) - [Blog](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/category/blog/) - The KinderLab Robotics blog brings you the latest news & insights into educational robot toys and STEAM learning trends in education for children ages 4 to 7. - [Child's Play Newsletter](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/category/childs-play-newsletter/) - Sign up for our Child’s Play Newsletter - [Media Coverage](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/category/media-coverage/) - The media coverage by Kinderlab Robotics states the details and description about the robot for kids. - [Press Releases](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/category/press-releases/) - You can always look for the KinderLab Robotics press reports. - [Curriculum Units](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/category/curriculum/) - [Activities](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/category/activities/) - [Tutorials](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/category/tutorials/) - [Experiences](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/category/experiences/) - [Research](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/category/research/) - [Hour of Code](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/category/hour-of-code/) - [White Papers](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/category/white-papers/) - A collection of KIBO White Papers, Flyers and Activity Guides where you can learn more about KIBO. - [Webinars](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/category/webinars/) - This is collection of KIBO On-Demand Webinars where you can learn more about KIBO. 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This hands on, screen-free robot kit allows PreK-5th graders to create, design, decorate and bring their own robot to life! Choose from individual KIBO robot kits, or combine them to make your own classroom package. - [Parts and Replacements](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/product-category/parts-and-replacements/) - The KIBO robot comes with a standard set of parts but did you know it can be customized for your specific wants and needs? See all the various parts and replacements – wooden programming blocks, sensors, modules, motors, art platforms, wheels, parameter cards, etc. that will make it a customized robot for you and your young learners. - [Teaching Materials](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/product-category/teaching-materials/) - When you make the commitment to purchase KIBO for your young learners, we want to ensure you’re successful bringing robotics into your classroom. 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Compare kits – https://kinderlabrobotics.com/kibo/which/classroom-packages/! - [Fun Extension Sets](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/product-category/extensions/) - The KIBO robot comes with a standard set of parts but did you know it can be customized for your specific wants and needs? Check out these playful extension sets, modules and add-ons that will make it a customized robot for you and your young learners. - [Training](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/product-category/training/) - We offer personalized professional development experiences targeted to your specific needs – from 1 hour web conferences to 2 day on-site workshops. KinderLab will work with you to hand-craft the best suited program for you. With PD, we can get you and your students off to a great start to creative STEAM fun! To develop your personalized training, please email training@kinderlabrobotics.com. - [Service](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/product-category/service/) - Welcome to the KIBO Fix-it Shop! Sometimes KIBO needs to come back to the shop to get going again. This service is available if your 6-month warranty has expired. Prior to adding this service to your cart, please email support@kinderlabrobotics.com and describe the problem you’re having. We may be able to help without going through the repair process. - [Goddard Packages](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/product-category/goddard-packages/) - Bring screen-free coding to your Goddard School! KIBO is the approved STEM robot for The Goddard School®. Over 40 Goddard Schools already use KIBO in their Pre-K, Preschool, and even Get Set classrooms, in centers and in whole-class activities. KIBO is a perfect fit for Summer with Goddard, and activities are integrated with Life Lessons Library books! - [Bright Horizon Packages](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/product-category/bright-horizon-packages/) - Bring screen-free coding to your Bright Horizon School! KIBO, the creative, playful robot kit, is the approved STEM robot for Bright Horizon Schools. KIBO is a perfect fit for your Pre-K, Preschool, and older students. - [Clearance](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/product-category/clearance/) - Welcome to the Clearance Center. On occasion we offer discounted products due to a misprint or color issue on our curriculum or a 1st editon of an item that has been updated, All items are complete and perfectly usable, but we are offering them at a discount due to the cosmetic issues or an updated item. Get them while supplies last! - [KIBO Home Robotics Course](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/product-category/home-course/) - Teaching coding can be easy with the 3-month KIBO Home Robotics Course! Coding and robotics can ignite an interest in STEM learning for your young child. This course, designed specifically for homes and homeschools, support parents and caregivers as they introduce coding, robotics and engineering to their children. - [KIBO Home Edition](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/product-category/kibo-home-edition/) - Bring KIBO home for hours of creative, screen-free play! The robot that children love in their classroom or makerspace, is available for the home! This interactive and fun coding toy gives kids years of engaging and fun educational activities that they will love. And best of all – brings a child’s imagination to life. - [Hidden Admin-Only](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/product-category/hidden-admin-only/) ## Event Categories - [Conference](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/events/category/conference/) - Click here for local conference around the country, where you can play and code with KIBO in real life. - [Webinar](https://kinderlabrobotics.com/events/category/webinar/)