Create your own robot friend with the Micronoid Magna! This robotic set from Meccano, formerly Erector, is designed for novices aged 8+, who are interested in building and programing! Have fun building, then change gears and put your computer skills to use! Sync Magna to your computer and program how it moves and what it says. You can even switch Magna into different modes like DJ, fighting and 8-ball! Building Magna is as fun as it is intellectually stimulating. As part of Meccano’s S.T.E.M line, building this taps into your understanding of science, technology, engineering and math. Once you’ve built Magna, move onto the rest of the Micronoid Code robots, like A.C.E. and Zapp. Each robot is programmed to interact with the others in cool ways. Amass your own army, starting with Magna!

Meccano Micronoid Code Interactive Robot-Building Kit

Construct a quirky, fun robot companion while learning the fundamentals of coding with the Meccano Micronoid Code Interactive Robot-Building Kit. An ideal gift for budding engineers and robotics enthusiasts aged 8 years and older, this kit features a novice level of difficulty and takes less than an hour to build. Kids can also customize the Micronoid’s personality and movement patterns by syncing the robot with a computer via USB or using its onboard buttons. Once assembled, the Micronoid reveals its unique, fun-loving personality. It features built-in games and activities, emits fun sound effects, and can even dance to a beat. Meccano Micronoids are available in several styles. Pair two Micronoids and watch as they interact and converse with each other.

A Programmable Robot Companion

Meccano Micronoids offer a challenging yet rewarding build that taps into science, engineering, and math skills. Using the integrated panel of buttons or syncing with the free software, kids can personalize their Micronoids to make them truly unique. Kids can create their own custom walking and turning sequences, compose music using the Micronoid’s sound effects, or even record phrases with their own voice.

Ready to Dance and Play

Equipped with beat detection, these Micronoids automatically start dancing upon hearing music, keeping up with the beat through their body and eye movements. These boisterous mini-bots also love creating their own music. In DJ mode, kids can compose their own tunes using the Micronoid’s buttons and turn its head to add sound effects. Micronoids also feature a built-in 8-Ball game mode, in which the robot responds to 'yes' and 'no' questions.

An Exciting Introduction to STEM Learning

Meccano Micronoids are a great gift idea for budding engineers and coders aged 8 years and up and will get the gears in their heads turning as they experiment with their first coding toy. Micronoids not only teach kids the basics of engineering, but also support developmental skills such as following instructions, sequencing, spatial awareness, fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination.

Fun-Loving Robots Interact with One Another

Micronoids are available in a variety of models, each with their own unique personality, style, and voice. When placed in close proximity, these Micronoids will actually interact and converse with one another. Amass an army of Micronoids and watch as they race through obstacles together, duke it out in robot fighting mode, and coordinate their dance moves.

What's in the Box:

• 115 parts

• Motorized micro module

• USB cable

• 2 real tools

• Instruction guide