Hatchling Robotics Kit

Please note that Hatchling uses micro:bit as its processor; you must have a micro:bit to operate the kit. 

Shipping in October 2026. Preorder today!

KIDS' FIRST ROBOTICS EXPERIENCE

Introduce young learners to robotics, coding, and engineering through hands-on, creative play. Designed specifically for children ages 5 and up, the Hatchling Robotics Kit empowers students to build interactive projects using everyday craft materials, cardboard, and real robotic components. From storytelling and science investigations to engineering challenges and art projects, Hatchling helps students bring ideas from any subject area to life.

With intuitive design and age-appropriate programming tools, Hatchling makes computational thinking, coding, and engineering accessible and engaging for young learners.

What's Included

Each reusable kit makes 1 robot/project and serves 1-3 students

• Hatchling Nest controller x1
• Storage case with organizers x1
  

Outputs

• Big Light x2
• Fairy Lights x1
  
• Servo (180° rotation) x1
• Motor (360° rotation) x2
• micro:bit LED Display & speaker

Inputs

• Distance Sensor x1
• Sound Sensor x1
• Big Button x1

Cardboard Tools & Connectors

• Screws x20
• Bolts x20
• Nuts x10
• L-Brackets x5
• Caster x1
• Mini Tool x1
• Driver x1
• Hand Saw x1
  

Designed for Young Learners

At the heart of the kit is the Hatchling Nest, a rechargeable robotics controller designed specifically for elementary students. Hatchling's plug-and-play design makes setup simple and frustration-free. Components connect using durable block-end cables that easily snap into any port. There is no need to match specific sensors or outputs to designated ports—the system automatically recognizes connected components and instantly displays them within the coding environment.

Teacher-Requested Features

As students build programs, code is automatically and continuously transferred to the Hatchling Nest via Bluetooth. No download step required!

Hatchling stores the latest version of the code and continues running independently—even after disconnecting! This allows students to create projects that can be displayed, tested, and shared without remaining connected to a device.

With up to 6 hours of battery life, students can create, test, and refine projects over multiple class periods before needing to recharge.

Two Coding Experiences

Choose the programming environment that best fits your students:

Hatchicons

• • Icon-based coding

  • Two progressive learning levels

  • Ideal for emerging readers and early coders

  • Compatible with Mac, Windows, Linux, and iOS

Hatchblox

• • Block-based coding

  • Introduces foundational coding concepts

  • Supports more advanced programming projects

  • Compatible with Mac, Windows, Linux, and iOS

Teaching Resources Included

Hatchling is supported by a robust collection of free educator and student resources designed to help teachers confidently implement robotics across the curriculum, including:

• Curriculum planning tools
• Assessment guides
• Project maps
• Programming tutorials
• Printables
• Student project inspiration

Whether you're introducing coding for the first time or expanding an existing STEM program, the Hatchling Robotics Kit provides everything needed to inspire creativity and computational thinking in young learners.

Need a whole flock of Hatchlings?

• Check out the Hatchling Flock of 4 Hatchling Robotics Kits plus a set of cardboard hand tools and connectors
• Consider the Hatchling Classroom Solution that serves 16-24 students and includes a Swift Saw, cardboard construction tools, and a storage cart
• Explore the Swift collection: cardboard building tools that pair perfectly with the Hatchling Robotics Kit