Experience the next evolution of classroom robotics with the Sphero BOLT+ Education Power Pack.
BOLT+ is a round programmable robot that delivers best-in-class. hands-on classroom learning experiences and supports beginner to advanced coders in grades 3+ (ages 8+) with computer science. STEAM. and core curriculum. With a 2:1 student-to-robot ratio. the BOLT+ Power Pack promotes pair programming and collaborative learning for classrooms of up to 30 students.
BOLT+ offers enhanced battery capacity and longevity thanks to new features such as wireless Qi charging and optimised power management. ensuring extended operation on a single charge for all-day battery life. Plus. the new 'Shake to Wake' feature makes turning on BOLT+ and connecting to a device effortless.
BOLT+ allows for more coding. more experiential learning opportunities. and more fun!
BOLT+ Power Pack features & benefits:
Engineered for the Classroom: Includes a durable charging case with 15 BOLT+ robots. an Educator Guide. 20 challenge cards. and more.
Vivid LCD Screen: Promote creativity and self-expression with the programmable 128x128 pixel LCD screen with crisp visuals and 650+ vibrant graphics and playful animations. The BOLT+ LCD can also display real-time sensor data. aiding precision in code debugging.
Exclusive BOLT+ Programming Blocks: Using the free Sphero Edu app. move with precision using the new Drive to Distance block. enable manual driving in the middle of your program. and customize reactions to software buttons on your programming device–all while running a program!
Free Teacher Resources & Lessons: Use the supporting educator resources to effortlessly incorporate BOLT+ into your classroom or homeschool curriculum. Explore downloadable guides. cross-curricular activities. and standards-aligned lessons.
Beginner to Advanced: BOLT+ is great for teachers and programmers of all levels. with three ways to program (Draw. Block. and Text programming) and lessons for introducing and going further with BOLT+.
'Shake to Wake' & Battery Life: Wireless QI charging and optimized power management ensure extended BOLT+ operation on a single charge for all-day battery life. while the “Shake to Wake' feature makes turning on BOLT+ and connecting to a device easy.
Educator Guide with links to the AU curriculum
Resources
Lessons by Collection
All lessons
Big News: The Sphero Edu Web App is here!
Classrooms with device or app download limitations now have an easy way to connect. program. and drive Sphero robots from their web browsers.
- Browser-based access—no app or account required.
- Faster. easier classroom implementation and setup.
- The same great coding experience. now available in your browser.
- The Sphero Edu Web App is best experienced from a desktop or laptop browser.
- Compatible Products: BOLT+. BOLT. Mini. RVR+. RVR
Sphero Edu - https://edu.sphero.com/downloads
Web App (Chrome/Edge) | MacOS (App Store)
Other available apps: iOS (App store) | Android and Chrome OS (Google Play) | Fire OS (Amazon Appstore) | Windows (Microsoft Store) | Windows (EXE and MSIX downloads)
Specifications:
- Infrared communication
- Waterproof shell
- Live sensors
- Inductive charging
- BOLT+ Robot dimensions: 73 x 73 x 73 mm
- BOLT+ Power Pack dimensions: 651 x 492 x 229 mm
Compatibility:
- Sphero Edu App: Students code using Draw. Blocks. or Javascript. Access 1000s of activities and manage your classroom. Chrome. Mac. PC. iOS. Android. Kindle
What's in the box:
- 15 BOLT+ Robots
- Mobile Charging Case with inductive charging cradles
- Educator Guide & 20 Challenge Cards
- 15 Protractors with heading. directions. and clock
- 15 Turbo covers
- Maze tape and 124 stickers