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The Sphero Indi Robot is a hands-on robotics tool designed for early learners to explore coding, sequencing, and problem-solving without using screens. Students program the robot by placing color-coded tiles that tell the robot how to move, helping them learn computational thinking through play and exploration.
Best for
Best for
Grades: PK–2 (can extend into Grade 3)
Subjects: STEAM, Math, Coding, Problem Solving
What This Tool Helps You Do
What This Tool Helps You Do
Introduce coding and computational thinking
Teach sequencing and cause-and-effect relationships
Develop problem-solving and logical thinking
Support hands-on STEAM learning
Encourage collaboration and teamwork
How to Use This Tool
How to Use This Tool
Step 1
Turn on the Indi robot.
Step 2
Place the color coding tiles on the floor or table.
Step 3
Arrange tiles to create a path or challenge.
Step 4
Place the robot on the starting tile.
Step 5
Observe how the robot follows the programmed path.
Classroom Ideas
Classroom Ideas
Coding pathway challenges
Maze navigation activities
Problem-solving challenges
Collaborative robot obstacle courses
Sequencing activities connected to math or reading lessons
Math
Math
Students practice counting, sequencing, and patterns by designing robot paths.
STEM
STEM
Students explore computational thinking and problem-solving through robot challenges.
Materials Needed
Materials Needed
Indi robot
Color coding tiles
Charging cable
Optional coding challenge cards or mats
Helpful Tips
Helpful Tips
Start with simple straight paths before adding turns and challenges.
Have students predict the robot’s movement before testing their coding path.
Use tape or mats to create coding challenges and mazes.
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