{"title":"Recommended Products - Finch","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hummingbird-bit-premium-kit","title":"Hummingbird Bit Premium Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePlease note that the Hummingbird Bit uses micro:bit as its processor; \u003cstrong\u003eyou must have one in order to operate the robot. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eInspire deep and joyful learning with the micro:bit-powered Hummingbird Bit Robotics Kit! The Hummingbird Robotics Kit is comprised of lights, sensors, and motors which allow students to build a robot out of any materials. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe power of Hummingbird is in its flexibility - the same reusable kit can \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(8, 155, 171);\"\u003eanimate a poem\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(8, 155, 171);\"\u003emodel the human arm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(8, 155, 171);\"\u003ebuild an autonomous rover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(8, 155, 171);\"\u003ecreate a pinball machine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e, and more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Hummingbird epitomizes a low-floor, high-ceiling approach: absolute beginners can build \u0026amp; program a robot in minutes, but continue learning advanced engineering \u0026amp; programming for years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll Hummingbird Bit Robotics Kits include: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFree classroom-tested and standards-aligned learning materials, such as programming tutorials, lesson plans, and printable student activities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOut-of-the-box compatibility with computers, Chromebooks, and tablets. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFree software that is tested to work with school IT environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSupport for block-based and text-based programming environments, including MakeCode, Python, and Java. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eElectrically protected connectors that allow students to easily add multiple motors, sensors, and LEDs without risk of harm due to incorrect connections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFree online professional development, including classroom curriculum integration planning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eClassroom-ready packaging, including sturdy cases, sorting compartments, and stackable containers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eProducts that have been created and validated by National Science Foundation-funded research at Carnegie Mellon University and tested in classrooms with teachers and students.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Premium Kit model includes reusable parts for 1 robot:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - Bit Controller (Robot brain)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - Terminal Tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - Battery Pack (4x AA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - Green LED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - Red LED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - Yellow LED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 - Tri-color LED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 - FS5103B Servo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 - FS5103R Servo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 - Servo Wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 - Plastic Block Adapters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 - Servo Extension Cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - Light Sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - Dial Sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - Distance Sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - Sound Sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - User Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - Premium Kit Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAA batteries not provided (4 needed)\u003cbr\u003eWe sell a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.birdbraintechnologies.com\/collections\/hummingbird-bit\/products\/hummingbird-rechargeable-battery\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(8, 155, 171);\"\u003erechargeable power bank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e accessory that runs a Hummingbird robot with 2 active motors for 6+ hours! Consider 1 power bank per Premium Kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll Hummingbird Bit Robotics Kits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e work with the following programming languages:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBirdBlox (block-based - available on iOS, Android, Fire OS)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMakeCode (block-based - available on Chromebooks, Mac, Windows, Linux)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSnap! (block-based - available on Chromebooks, Mac, Windows)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePython (text-based - available on Chromebooks, Mac, Windows)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJava (text-based - available on Mac, Windows)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSwift (text-based iOS app builder - available on Mac)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKotlin (text-based Android app builder - available on Mac, Windows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed a whole flock of Hummingbirds? \u003c\/strong\u003eCheck out our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/store.birdbraintechnologies.com\/collections\/hummingbird-bit\/products\/hummingbird-bit-classroom-flock\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarter Flock\u003c\/a\u003e of 5 Hummingbirds with supplies or the full \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/store.birdbraintechnologies.com\/collections\/hummingbird-bit\/products\/hummingbird-solution\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(8, 155, 171);\"\u003eHummingbird Classroom Solution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BirdBrain Technologies","offers":[{"title":"Yes, please include a micro:bit \u0026 USB Cable.","offer_id":9696725532719,"sku":"80210001","price":230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No, I have my own micro:bit \u0026 USB Cable.","offer_id":9696725499951,"sku":"80210040","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/5939\/4351\/files\/Premium_Hero_Shopify_3000.png?v=1793374265"},{"product_id":"finch-arena","title":"Finch Arena","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe portable Finch Arena made out of 4MM corrugated plastic is easy to assemble, easy to store, and can be set up virtually anywhere! Place it on the classroom floor, on tables, in the hallway, on the gym floor, or anywhere with a flat surface. When your activity is complete, the arena easily folds down to a 26\" x 53\" flat unit that you can store behind a door or in a closet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003ePortable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eEasy to clean\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eEasy to store \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e100% recyclable corrugated plastic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eUse alone or with a \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(8, 155, 171);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.birdbraintechnologies.com\/collections\/finch-robot\/products\/finch-mats\" style=\"color: rgb(8, 155, 171);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFinch mat\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWeighs only 7 pounds; 8 pounds in shipping box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Dimensions: 45\" x 93\" x 3.5\"         \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor: Black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(8, 155, 171);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(8, 155, 171);\" href=\"https:\/\/learn.birdbraintechnologies.com\/finch-arena-setup\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn more about the Finch Arena and the mat varieties here!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NpEDon9aIQ8?si=ZoBhLgL72Tjsb3oI\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.birdbraintechnologies.com\/finch-arena-setup\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCAN THIS SUPPORT THE WEIGHT OF A ROBOT IF IT OVERHANGS ON A TABLE OR IS THIS JUST FOR THE FLOOR?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe suggest having a solid surface below the arena, which may require the floor or multiple tables pushed together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW STRONG IS IT? HOW MANY SETUPS WILL THOSE \"HINGES' LAST BEFORE THEY BREAK?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe arena is made out of 4mm corrugated plastic, which is very durable. It will hold up well to prolonged use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BirdBrain Technologies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40238211268757,"sku":"80220022","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/5939\/4351\/files\/Finch_Arena_-_Shopify.jpg?v=1739559534"},{"product_id":"finch-robot-classroom-flock","title":"Finch Robot Starter Flock","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(136, 17, 153);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to code robotics, K-12.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe only mobile robot with scaffolded programming support from kindergarten storytime to AP CSA. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake coding off the screen and into the real world with the durable, flexible Finch Robot. Meet standards in new and exciting ways with hands-on deep and joyful learning throughout the school day, in every classroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Finch Robot Starter Flock is a pack of \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 robots (serving 5-10 students). \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eFinch Starter Flocks include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e5 \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(8, 155, 171);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.crexo.com\/collections\/finch-robot\/products\/finch2\" style=\"color: rgb(8, 155, 171);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFinch Robots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (with or without micro:bits)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e5 USB cables\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e1 USB charging hub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e5 Markers - the perfect fit for the Finch's marker holder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e1 Carrying case with a padded interior designed for 5 Robots and all included accessories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLooking to save time?\u003c\/strong\u003e  You may be interested in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.crexo.com\/collections\/finch-robot\/products\/finch-mat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(8, 155, 171);\"\u003eFinch Drawing Mat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(8, 155, 171);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.crexo.com\/collections\/finch-robot\/products\/finch-math-mat\" style=\"color: rgb(8, 155, 171);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFinch Math Mat\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, or \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(8, 155, 171);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.crexo.com\/collections\/finch-robot\/products\/finch-arena\" style=\"color: rgb(8, 155, 171);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFinch Arena\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. These easy to clean and easy to store accessories save educators time when preparing for a lesson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e  The Finches use micro:bits as a processor; you must have one in order to operate each robot. Every Finch includes a USB-C cable for charging. If you purchase the model with micro:bits included, you'll receive micro-USB cables as well for downloading to the micro:bits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItem Size: \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16 x 10 x 7.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItem Weight:  6.44 LB includes 5 robots and accessories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BirdBrain Technologies","offers":[{"title":"Yes, please include micro:bits","offer_id":40300132663445,"sku":"80220002","price":950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No, I have my own micro:bits","offer_id":40300132696213,"sku":"80220014","price":850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/5939\/4351\/files\/Finch_Flock_Hero_Shopify_3000.png?v=1793376818"},{"product_id":"virtual-professional-development-intro-to-the-finch-robot-copy","title":"Virtual PD Workshop: Intro to the Finch Robot","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #881199;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild confidence in teaching computational thinking \u0026amp; robotics and prepare for classroom integration with personal training and support.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis introductory workshop is designed for groups of up to 35 educators interested in learning how to integrate the Finch Robot and computer science into an educational setting. Educators will learn to use, program, and teach with the Finch Robot 2.0. A variety of different activities will be covered with a special focus on easy-to-implement classroom projects. Instruction will follow and expand on many free resources available through BirdBrain Technologies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive Virtual Learning (3 hours):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e We offer 3 hours of interactive instruction for up to 35 participants via Zoom during times that best fit your team's schedule and learning goals. This is a hands-on experience in which educators can join from one or various locations. Educators will have continuous opportunities to code and participate in activities with the Finch Robot using CodeJoy's incredible remote learning classroom (recommendation is 1 robot : 2 educators).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Deb2CkGIy8o?si=I-W1rP90cYyMiiLY\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CodeJoy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45884223291609,"sku":"PD2_FINCH_3HR","price":3500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/5939\/4351\/files\/Headshot2.png?v=1722435087"},{"product_id":"finch-mats","title":"Finch Mats","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWith durable vinyl that easily wipes clean after each use, the Finch Mats are designed to save time and bring precision to programming.  Use it on the floor, on a table, or inside the \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(64, 64, 64);\"\u003eFinch Arena\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e5 designs available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePrinted on high qua\u003c\/span\u003elity vinyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMeasures 44.75\" x 92.75\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eEasy to roll up and store\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eEasy to clean*\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e Pairs perfectly with\u003cspan style=\"color: #089bab;\"\u003e \u003ca style=\"color: #881199;\" href=\"https:\/\/store.crexo.com\/collections\/finch-robot\/products\/crayola-paint-brush-pens-5pk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCrayola Paint Brush Pens\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u0026amp; the \u003cspan style=\"color: #089bab;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #089bab;\" href=\"https:\/\/store.crexo.com\/collections\/finch-robot\/products\/finch-arena\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFinch Arena\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #881199;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e5 Designs to Save Classroom Time\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #881199;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrawing Mat:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe Finch Drawing Mat offers limitless creativity. 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Practice angle work by drawing shapes, model addition or multiplication, explore exponents using loops, calculate distance, and more, on a precise 200 cm grid.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #881199;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSports Mat:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePromote teamwork and sportsmanship in your robotics instruction with the Finch Sports Mat! Challenge students to hone their programming skills through exciting games of robot soccer, capture the flag, foosball, and more. The Sports Mat includes athletic markers like goals and yard lines for clear game play. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #881199;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCity Streets Maze Mat:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring your robotics instruction out into the real world with the Finch City Maze Mat! From community helpers to autonomous vehicles, the City Maze Mat allows for a variety of missions and projects. 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The only mobile robot with scaffolded programming support from kindergarten storytime to AP CSA is now available in a \u003cstrong\u003efull classroom solution for grades K-12\u003c\/strong\u003e. This comprehensive package equips your classroom of \u003cstrong\u003e20 students\u003c\/strong\u003e with everything they need to dive into the world of robotics and coding. Meet standards in new and exciting ways with hands-on deep and joyful learning throughout the school day, in every classroom.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Finch Robot Classroom Solution serves 20 students with 10 robots, accessories, and storage. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFull Solution Includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #089bab;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e10\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/store.crexo.com\/collections\/finch-robot\/products\/finch2\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFinch Robots\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e10 USB-C cables for charging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e2 USB Charging Hubs - charge all 10 Finches at once\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e20 Markers - \u003cspan\u003ethe perfect fit for the Finch's marker holder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e1 Rolling Storage \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e5 Finch Mats - each with a unique design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e2 Finch Arenas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Finches use micro:bits as a processor. 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