Name: Tiny Titans: LEGO WeDo Battle Bots-6/22/2026 - 6/26/2026 | Ages 6-7 | Blue Ridge Boost
SKU: SUMMER26-MINI-BATTLE-BOTS-26
Price: 509.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Tiny Titans: LEGO WeDo Battle Bots

Overview: Kids design playful “battle bots” that can push, bump, spin, or nudge soft targets. They learn simple mechanisms (wheels, gears, levers), motor control with WeDo, and basic coding ideas like start/stop, speed, direction, loops, and waits. Each day includes a quick lesson, build time, testing in a small arena, and a fun share-out.

Learning Goals

Building: sturdy frames, wheels, bumpers, spinners, and pushers
Coding: start/stop motor, change speed/direction, loops, waits, simple events
Testing: try it, watch, tweak one thing, try again
Teamwork: share parts, take turns, cheer for partners

Daily Plan (4 sessions per day)

Day 1 — Meet the Bots and Roll Out

Explore WeDo hub, motor, and the coding app; make a motor spin
Build a rolling base with two big wheels and a front bumper
Code it: go forward, stop at a line, back up a little
Mini challenge: “Straight-line push” — move a soft block across a tape line

Day 2 — Turn, Spin, and Push

Add a spinner or a pusher arm (choose your “battle style”)
Try simple gearing: small-to-big for strong push, big-to-small for speed
Code it: forward, turn, spin tool, repeat
Arena game: “Sumo nudge” — nudge a plush out of a circle

Day 3 — Sensors Make It Smart

Introduce a simple sensor (tilt or motion, depending on kit)
Mount the sensor and tidy cables
Code it: “When tilted, stop,” or “When motion, start spinner”
Challenge: “Guard mode” — spinner starts only when something is close

Day 4 — Power-Ups and Style

Strengthen the frame; add skids or extra rollers for stability
Code a move pattern: drive-turn-drive-turn, add waits and sounds
Practice rounds: timed mini-matches with quick tweaks between runs
Decorate: name your bot, add flags/eyes, make a team card

Day 5 — Battle Arena and Showcase

Final tune-up: check wheels, gears, and code steps
Qualifiers: each bot completes two tasks (push a block, spin and stop on cue)
Friendly matches: 1-minute rounds in the arena
Showcase: share your bot’s name, what it does, and one improvement you made

Optional Level-Ups

Two-speed drive (gear ratio or power change)
“Spin-and-scoot” combo sequence
Sensor-triggered celebration sound after a push win

Camp Essentials

Ages: 6 to 7 years old.
Dates: Monday, 6/22/2026 to Friday, 6/26/2026
Times:
- Full-Day,8:30 AM–5:00 PM
- AM, 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
- PM, 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: 2171 Ivy Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903
What to Bring: Water bottle, lunch, and one or two light snacks.
Video gaming: Not allowed
Tech Provided: Computers and robotics kits (for in‑camp use only; equipment stays with us).
Skill Level: Beginners welcome; no prior coding experience required
Dress Code: Comfortable clothes; indoor‑friendly shoes
Contact: camps@blueridgeboost.com • (434) 260‑0636
Allergies/Medical: Share details during registration; bring any necessary meds
Behavior & Safety: Kindness first; follow staff directions; internet safety rules apply