Students learn to build and program LEGO robots through hands-on challenges inspired by the World Robot Olympiad (WRO) Elementary division. Each week introduces new skills, building toward a mini-competition in the final session.
Meetings on May 2, 9, 16, and 30.
Students build a sturdy robot base, connect motors, and learn to drive straight, turn, and control distance. The focus is on strong structure and basic movement.
Challenge: Build a robot that can cross the room and complete a simple checkpoint course.
Students improve precision driving while learning to use color and distance sensors. They program the robot to detect lines, stop before obstacles, and follow a path.
Challenge: Navigate a course and follow a line from start to finish without losing it.
Students combine sensors with loops and conditional programming so the robot can make decisions. They also design simple attachments such as grabbers or pushers for specific tasks.
Challenge: Sort colored objects into the correct zones and use an attachment to move objects to a target area.
Students bring all their skills together in a final multi-mission challenge that includes driving, sensing, object handling, and teamwork. They plan a strategy, choose attachments, and complete timed attempts.
Challenge: Complete a competition mat for the highest score.
