From the AEA

Teaches the basics of coding through active play, introducing coding fundamentals without the need for a screen! This item gets students started with coding right out of the box. It can be introduced to students as young as 5, but grows with them as their coding skills grow. Features include object detection, black line following, follow looping commands, navigate obstacle courses using if/then logic. Comes with Activity Guide.

Osmo has a magical ability to turn physical objects and interactions into digital game elements. The technology that makes this possible is called Reflective Artificial Intelligence (AI), a phrase we created to describe the process that allows the iPad to make sense of what it sees. There are two main components of Reflective AI: the red Osmo reflector (a mirror), and the computer vision algorithms that process the data. Working together, the reflector and our computer vision software give the iPad the ability to integrate physical objects into our games in real time.

Osmo Kits contain: 6 sets of Osmos Word, Tangram and Numbers, Pizza Co (working with money), and Coding, plus 6 iPads with all the apps you need

Bee-Bot® has a simple and child friendly layout that is a perfect starting point for teaching control, directional language and programming to young children.

DuinoKit is a self-contained experimenter's kit aimed at teaching the fundamentals of electronics, microprocessors and programming to all age groups.

The "Easy" way to build and learn electronics and programming with *Arduino!

Meet Blue-Bot, the new version of the Bee-Bot robot with a twist: a Bluetooth connection that lets you program the robot from a tablet or PC as well as directly via the on-board keys.

Introduce children to the fun of coding and puzzle solving with this colorful, programmable mouse with maze! A great way to introduce young children to science, technology, engineering, and math

Part of the STEM line of activity sets that help students experience STEM through hands-on activities and experiments while challenging them to think critically, solve problems effectively, and acquire the skills needed to enter STEM-related fields

Ideal for ages 5+

The Programmable Rover is a toy, a robot, and a tool for learning. A child programs ReCon 6.0 to navigate specified courses that can deliver a treat to a pet, surprise a family member with a personalized message, carry a soda, guard a bedroom, or just dance. NO COMPUTER REQUIRED!

Pro-Bot is the latest in Logo technology. A turtle robot, cleverly disguised as a race car, Pro-Bot offers students an enticing, engaging, and hands-on experience with Logo programming as well as robotic controls.

Pro-Bot commands are entered via a set of arrow and number keys mounted on the back. Programs may also be written in Terrapin Logo 4.0 and downloaded to Pro-Bot.

From Sphero “We create connected toys - but that's not all. By fusing technology with robotics, our toys are teaching and inspiring tomorrow's inventors and innovators. Programming isn't easy, but you don't need to be a rocket scientist to give kids a strong foundation. All you need is a Sphero.

We created the SPRK program because we believe play is a powerful teacher. Whether you’re an educator or a parent, SPRK lessons give kids a fun crash course in programming while sharpening their skills in math and science. Download the free lessons or see what teachers are saying about Sphero in the classroom on twitter.”

Comes with lessons binder. Use the free Tickle App to program the Spheros.

Meet BB-8™ - the app-enabled Droid™ that's as authentic as it is advanced. BB-8 has something unlike any other robot - an adaptive personality that changes as you play. Based on your interactions, BB-8 will show a range of expressions and even perk up when you give voice commands. Set it to patrol and watch your Droid explore autonomously, make up your own adventure and guide BB-8 yourself, or create and view holographic recordings.

Cannot code this one

Heroic. Tenacious. Limitless. Courageous. Get in the driver’s seat with the leader of the robot racing revolution. This is Ollie – a total adrenaline junkie that draws its energy from unbridled speed and extreme stunts. Command this app-enabled robot to execute tricks and dominate every inch of turf, trail, and track. There’s a rebel lying deep in Ollie’s soul. Does it lay in yours?

Ollie rolls at speeds of up to 14 mph and connects instantly to your device via Bluetooth LE with a range of up to 100 feet. Turn on a dime with the included Nubby Tires or take them off to drift like a street racer. Powered by USB charging, Ollie glows in millions of colors and is ready to roll out.

Cubelets is the perfect tool to deeply investigate robotics. Cubelets are a groundbreaking robot construction system designed for budding innovators ages four and up. Cubelets were designed to teach the big lessons behind complex systems, design thinking, and emergence with tiny robots.

Considered one of the most stable minidrones on the market thanks to its auto-pilot, you will have no trouble controlling it to interact with your friends and even take your picture from the air. Program it using the Tynker app.