Introduction (Does It Do What It Should) All right, it's time to do one of those reviews that I have done before, but at the same time, give a new spin on it. In the case of Sphero, we like reviewing their STEM products, and we were pleased to review the RVR Plus once again, in combination with their Littlebits Topper Kit. Our Review of the RVR+ Programmable … [Read more...] about Our Review of the Sphero RVR Plus and Little Bits Topper
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Sphero Bolt Plus Review
Introduction (Does It Do What It Should) I'm always pleased to try out anything that has to do with STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). It seems like there are a lot of companies that make these STEM construction kits, and it is probably because they probably work. That is, younger minds readily embrace these kits like toys, and there are great … [Read more...] about Sphero Bolt Plus Review
Makerzoid 4-Product STEM Robot Kits Review!
Introduction (Does It Do What It Should) Normally, when I do a review of multiple products from the same company, I usually do an individual review. In the case of Makerzoid, these four kits are very similar, and I would rather discuss them as a whole. As I was writing the article, I realized that I could talk about the kits individually. Here's the thing about the … [Read more...] about Makerzoid 4-Product STEM Robot Kits Review!
Sphero Blueprint Construction Kit Review
Introduction (Does It Do What It Should) I'm always pleased to try out anything that has to do with STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). I've mentioned in the video that I've reviewed similar kits (I hesitate to call them toys) from Sphero before, and I have worked extensively (written books on) Lego Technic, Lego Mindstorms, and UBTECH Jimu Robots. … [Read more...] about Sphero Blueprint Construction Kit Review
Sphero RVR + Review, Again?
Okay, I can't honestly say whether or not the RVR that I reviewed almost two years ago is the same as the RVR + that I am reviewing now. Perhaps the only difference is the limited edition blue roll cage and treads, which don't come in the box. (Check the unboxing in our video review, which we filmed again.) So what exactly is the RVR? I've going to assume that it is … [Read more...] about Sphero RVR + Review, Again?
Our Review of the littleBits Space Rover Inventor Kit from Sphero
So, it would appear that it is time to review another terrific Sphero product, and you might remember when I did the review of the Bolt rolling ball, the tank-like RVR, and the cool Indi car. I'm going to do something that I really have never reviewed with this littleBits Space Rover Inventor Kit. I have reviewed several types of STEM kits before, so much so, that I don't … [Read more...] about Our Review of the littleBits Space Rover Inventor Kit from Sphero
Sphero Indi Review
So, we had a terrific chance to review another Sphero product, and we have had two successful chances with the Bolt and the RVR. Fortunately, I had the app ready to go, but I didn't really need it (yet) for the Sphero Indi. The Indi is a car, not like in the Indy 500, but a little car that feels like some kind of relative of Thomas the Tank Engine. Basically, you put the … [Read more...] about Sphero Indi Review
Our Review of the Sphero Bolt
It has been far too long since we reviewed a Sphero product, as it has been about 7 years. If you are not familiar with the company, they make these cool remote control balls as well as other educational toys. This time, I had a chance to review the Bolt. The Bolt is another coding robotic ball, and you can see that in addition to the ball shape, it has an 8x8 … [Read more...] about Our Review of the Sphero Bolt
Digital Learning Toys from Shifu: Orboot and Plugo
Where were these things when I was a kid? If I had cool toys like the Orboot and Plugo, I would have loved learning a whole lot more! Today, we get to review some cool educational toys from the company called Shifu. Shifu Orboot At first sight, this 10 inch globe looks like your basic globe you might have had in your classroom at school. With a smartphone or tablet, and … [Read more...] about Digital Learning Toys from Shifu: Orboot and Plugo
Rocketbook Color and Rocketbook Wave Review
Rocketbook is a company who creates innovative notebooks that can be easily scanned and re-used. We had a chance to review their product back in August. This time we're reviewing a couple of other types that they create. We'll be covering the Rocketbook Color and the Rocketbook Wave. Rocketbook Wave This innovative notebook is a great gift for the students in … [Read more...] about Rocketbook Color and Rocketbook Wave Review
A Review of Cublets Robot Blocks Twelve Kit from Modular Robotics
I have to admit, when I received the Cubelets to review, I couldn't help but compare it to the Makerblock Neuron Inventor Kit that I just reviewed. Is it coming to the point where I'm reviewing a STEM product every week? If so, I'm cool with it. So, let's talk Cubelets. I don't think I could have done this review if it wasn't for my son, because he was really into them. … [Read more...] about A Review of Cublets Robot Blocks Twelve Kit from Modular Robotics
Our Review of the Makeblock Neuron Inventor Kit
We have had the opportunity to review a lot of great products related to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) technology before, and the Makeblock Neuron Inventor Kit is up there with stuff from UBTECH as well as LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3. Those are some plugs for my books, by the way, but I wish I had more time to write about the Makeblock Neuron Inventor Kit. … [Read more...] about Our Review of the Makeblock Neuron Inventor Kit
Our Review of the Jimu Robot Tankbot from UBTECH
In case you are wondering, this is a sequel review to our review of the Buzzbot and Muttbot. This is the same robot building kit from Jimu Robot from UBTECH, and you can read my review of that at the link, as well as my comparison to Lego. The Tankbot is one of those robot kits where I am surprised that all the pieces that are in the kit are used, with only a few … [Read more...] about Our Review of the Jimu Robot Tankbot from UBTECH
Our Review of the Jimu Robot BuzzBot and MuttBot Kit from UBTECH
As someone who has written a book about Lego Technic and Lego Mindstorms, I was very pleased to review the Jimu Robot Buzzbot and MuttBot Kit from UBTECH. There is going to be a lot of comparison made to Lego, but please keep in mind that the Jimu Robot kits are definitely their own thing. It's like those people who think that Star Trek and Babylon 5 are the same, when they … [Read more...] about Our Review of the Jimu Robot BuzzBot and MuttBot Kit from UBTECH
BlueBee Pals Leo the Lion, a Talking Educational Learning Tool
It seems like I am filled to the brim with reviewing educational toys, and this one is the Bluebee Pals. Before I get to the review, I would like to thank whoever sent it to me, because it came to my door without any warning. So here is our review of Leo the Lion. I suppose that the best way that I can describe our Leo the Lion is just compare him to Teddy Ruxpin. Yeah, … [Read more...] about BlueBee Pals Leo the Lion, a Talking Educational Learning Tool