Convert Rotational Motion Into Linear Motion
In this project, we’re going to show you how to convert the rotational motion of a servo into linear motion which will eventually move “Grumpy Greg” up and down. This …
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May The 4th Be With You Project Tutorial
Every year on May 4th, people around the world celebrate Star Wars Day. The reason this day was selected is because May the 4th sounds like the famous Star Wars …
Hummingbird Kit Jack in the Box Tutorial
We talk a lot on this blog about integrating robotics into academic curriculum. And for good reason – the Hummingbird Kit are amazing tools for inspiring deep and joyful learning …
Showcasing Student Work to an Authentic Audience, with Educator Pam Waters
Looking for a meaningful and authentic way for students to share their learning with others? Read on for tips from Make your students growth mindset experts by helping them to …
Let it Snow with the Finch Robot
Practice shapes, angles, loops, and more as you program the Finch Robot to create intricate winter shapes. See the code that our team used to create this snowflake at …
Bee Waggle 3 Ways (Plus a Bonus Extension!)
Have you ever heard of the bee waggle dance? It’s a unique tool that honeybees use to communicate critical information with other members of their hive about the best flowers. …
Teacher Highlight: Eric Fogle, Jump Scare Expert
Eric Fogle has been using Hummingbird Robotics with his 600 middle school students for the last four years. He loves how the Hummingbird is both approachable for young students and challenging …
Designing Biomimetic Robotics with TERC and the Hummingbird Kit
Designing Biomimetic Robots, students: study the natural world to learn how animals accomplish different tasks, then design and build a robot inspired by what they learned. learn how to build …
Animate Your Pet with the Hummingbird Kit!
Turn your beloved furry (or feathered!) friend into an interactive robot with the Hummingbird Robotics Kit! The Hummingbird Robotics Kit is so versatile, it can animate anything… even your beloved pet. This project can range from a beginner to an advanced level, depending on what you choose to include in your robot and program.