{"product_id":"thames-kosmos-robotics-smart-machines-rovers-vehicles-8-robots-stem-kit","title":"Thames \u0026 Kosmos Robotics Smart Machines: Rovers \u0026 Vehicles – 8 Robots STEM Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHands-on robotics with eight wheeled machines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDive into a tactile, engaging exploration of robotics with Thames \u0026amp; Kosmos Robotics Smart Machines: Rovers \u0026amp; Vehicles. This kit emphasizes wheeled models, teaching core concepts through building, programming, and real-world sensing. Kids charge ahead with a Bluetooth connection to a tablet or smartphone, turning code into motion and action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you build and how it helps learning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEight motorized models are programmable and sensor-enabled, offering varied shapes and behaviors to explore.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAn ultrasonic sensor provides distance awareness, encouraging thoughtful navigation and obstacle planning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA total of 233 building pieces unlock diverse designs while teaching through hands-on assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA vivid, full-color 64-page manual guides kids step-by-step and brings real-world robotics concepts into focus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe visual programming app on a tablet or smartphone makes coding approachable, even for newcomers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBluetooth keeps the robot and device wirelessly connected, so kids can test ideas without cables getting in the way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDevice compatibility covers iOS and Android, helping you check what works in your setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the learning journey unfolds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuild playful models such as a shy turtle, a rover that follows your hand, and a desert explorer with wheeled legs that can walk toward objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProgram motor actions—timing, power, and direction—and use sensor data to influence outcomes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExperiment with different behaviors, from a dancing robot to autonomous navigation around an obstacle course.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTranslate curiosity into practical skills by imagining your own robot ideas after finishing the guided builds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn home or classroom settings, this kit offers a tangible way to explore robotics concepts, build confidence in problem solving, and spark curiosity about how sensors and code shape machine behavior. The combination of physical parts, a colorful manual, and a friendly app provides a cohesive path from building to programming to observing real results. While outcomes depend on how you apply the ideas, many projects invite kids to iterate, test, and refine their programs for smoother motion and smarter responses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you’ll need to get started\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTablet or smartphone running iOS or Android (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWireless Bluetooth connection to the robot models\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible app downloaded from the respective app store\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What ages is this kit best suited for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Ideal for kids 8+, includes a color 64-page manual and beginner-friendly visual programming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What devices do I need to use the programming app?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: A tablet or smartphone with iOS or Android is required; Bluetooth connects to the robot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Thames \u0026 Kosmos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56929248543102,"sku":"B079CG5B28","price":98.82,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/1317\/4398\/files\/thames-kosmos-robotics-smart-machines-rover-in-action.jpg?v=1771192497","url":"https:\/\/playvia.co.uk\/products\/thames-kosmos-robotics-smart-machines-rovers-vehicles-8-robots-stem-kit","provider":"Playvia | Best-Selling Toys, Games \u0026 Learning in the UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}