{"title":"Finch Robots for micro:bit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Finch Robot takes coding off the screen and into the real world. Powered by the BBC micro:bit, this durable, ready-to-go classroom robot drives, draws and senses — a hands-on way for students to see their code come to life. One robot scaffolds learning from the first years of primary school through to senior secondary, so it grows with your students across year levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop the Finch range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/finch-robot-2-0\"\u003eFinch Robot 2.0\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a single rechargeable, wireless robot for one student or a shared station.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/finch-robot-2-0-starter-flock\"\u003eFinch Robot 2.0 Starter Flock\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — five robots with charging and storage for a group of 5–10.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/finch-robot-classroom-solution\"\u003eFinch Robot Classroom Solution\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — ten robots with mats, arenas and rolling storage for a class of 20–30.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSave prep time with accessories like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/finch-drawing-mat\"\u003eFinch Drawing Mat\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/finch-usb-charging-hub\"\u003eFinch USB Charging Hub\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat students learn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSequencing, loops and logic through hands-on coding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProgramming across icon-, block- and text-based languages, from FinchBlox to Python and Java.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing sensors, LEDs and precise movement to solve mazes, draw shapes and meet challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Finch needs a BBC micro:bit as its processor (available with each robot or sold separately) and includes a USB-C charging cable. Free, classroom-tested lessons and online teacher professional learning are included. Australian owned and shipping locally, with purchase orders welcome from schools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefer a build-your-own robotics kit? See our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hummingbird\"\u003eHummingbird robotics kits\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"finch-robot-2-0","title":"Finch Robot 2.0 — micro:bit Coding Robot","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Finch Robot 2.0 takes coding off the screen and into the real world. This durable, ready-to-go classroom robot drives, senses and draws, giving students an engaging way to see their code come to life. Powered by the BBC micro:bit, it grows with learners from their first block-based programs right through to text-based languages like Python and Java.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinch Robot 2.0 features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRechargeable built-in battery (7+ hours) and Bluetooth wireless connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5 × tri-colour LEDs and a multi-tonal buzzer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLight, distance and line-tracking sensors, plus wheel encoders for precise movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA central marker holder for drawing, and a writable surface for whiteboard markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with plastic building bricks for adding your own creations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat students practise:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSequencing, loops and logic through hands-on coding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProgramming across icon-, block- and text-based languages, from FinchBlox to Python and Java\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUsing sensors and movement to solve mazes, draw shapes and complete challenges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Finch works from the first years of primary school through to senior secondary, so one robot supports coding across year levels. Free, classroom-tested lessons and online teacher professional learning are included. A BBC micro:bit is required as the robot's processor — choose the option with a micro:bit, or supply your own. A USB-C charging cable is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTeaching a whole class? See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/finch-robot-2-0-starter-flock\"\u003eFinch Robot 2.0 Starter Flock\u003c\/a\u003e. 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