--- title: National Robotics Week description: We've rounded up a few ways to celebrate National Robotics Week with the kids. 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Whether you're new to the world of robots or you've already dabbled in coding and engineering, here are a few simple ideas to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds. --- ### 📚 Learn About Robots Head to your local library and check out books that introduce robotics, coding, or engineering in a kid-friendly way. One of our current favorites is *How to Explain Robotics to a Grown-Up* by Ruth Spiro — a witty and fun read for all ages! --- ### 🎬 Host a Robot-Themed Movie Night Make some popcorn and enjoy *The Wild Robot*, an animated adventure that follows a robot named Rozzum as she learns to adapt and communicate with animals in the wild. Perfect for families with kids ages 8 and up. [Check out the review on Common Sense Media.](https://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/the-wild-robot) --- ### 📍 Attend a Robotics Event Explore the official [National Robotics Week Events Calendar](https://www.nationalroboticsweek.org/events). Many events are virtual and social media-based, but if you're up for an outing, check out what's happening locally! --- ### 🔧 Build or Code Something Together You don’t need to be an engineer to get started. Here are a few fun (and mostly affordable) ways to dive in: - **Best RobotToys for Kids**: Look for beginner-friendly robot kits under $50 to test the waters. Hardware can get expensive, so start small. Below are just a few examples: - **For Solar-Powered Fun:** [Sillbird 12-in-1 Solar Robot Toy](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T1NZD27?linkCode=ogi&tag=pop-lift-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10060.g.24516168%5Bsrc%7Cmgu_ga_pop_d_bm_comm_org_us_g24516168%5Bch%7C6fc73d04eec56ea7c799d69a49547b1a%5Blt%7Csale%5Bpid%7C5f8615ed-6342-4907-a497-bcb47b996a50%5Baxid%7C48358046-45fe-4c10-b1b3-e7ba24682538) - **For Elementary School Kids**: [Wonder Workshop Dash Coding Robot](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SKURVKY?linkCode=ogi&tag=pop-lift-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10060.g.24516168%5Bsrc%7Cmgu_ga_pop_d_bm_comm_org_us_g24516168%5Bch%7C6fc73d04eec56ea7c799d69a49547b1a%5Blt%7C%5Bpid%7Ca5330de0-9988-4e44-aa84-f38a0166c0ce%5Baxid%7C0ef53378-25c8-4043-ab48-d037928a6e65) - **For Lego Lovers**: [Lego Star Wars Droid Commander](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PX3X837?linkCode=ogi&tag=pop-lift-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10060.g.24516168%5Bsrc%7Cmgu_ga_pop_d_bm_comm_org_us_g24516168%5Bch%7C6fc73d04eec56ea7c799d69a49547b1a%5Blt%7C%5Bpid%7C860ff8a8-b008-456b-9166-c3135e68c3d2%5Baxid%7C7f6766c1-e987-4c20-b231-e5467f5e6551) - **For Teaching the Basics**: [Learning Resources Botley the Coding Robot Activity Set](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077MRB975?linkCode=ogi&tag=pop-lift-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10060.g.24516168%5Bsrc%7Cmgu_ga_pop_d_bm_comm_org_us_g24516168%5Bch%7C6fc73d04eec56ea7c799d69a49547b1a%5Blt%7C%5Bpid%7C23b19fe5-cda0-464d-9307-7955515e0a9b%5Baxid%7C8dfc2a09-1bd9-4990-8c28-f57ae4d03c1b) - **For Learning Electronics**: [Makeblock mBot Robotics Coding Kit](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SK5RUQY?th=1&linkCode=ogi&tag=pop-lift-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10060.g.24516168%5Bsrc%7Cmgu_ga_pop_d_bm_comm_org_us_g24516168%5Bch%7C6fc73d04eec56ea7c799d69a49547b1a%5Blt%7C%5Bpid%7C9ff87cef-63b2-463f-8ba2-9b7db0002016%5Baxid%7Cc13800b0-1fe9-4f3f-9c59-1165f960caaa) - **Ozobot Evo Entry Kit**: ($175) Designed for K–12, this kit lets kids code online with Blockly or offline using color-coded markers. No experience needed! [Explore it here.](https://shop.ozobot.com/products/evo-entry-kit-1) - **Raspberry Pi Projects**: Affordable and creative coding projects for all ages. [Browse ideas here.](https://projects.raspberrypi.org/en) - **Code.org Activities**: Engaging, age-appropriate games and tutorials that make learning computer science fun. [Start exploring.](https://code.org/students) --- No matter how you celebrate, introducing kids to robotics builds problem-solving skills and sparks big ideas. Enjoy Robo Week and let us know how you’re celebrating! #### About Author [Jessica Peguero](https://www.onparautomation.com/blog/author/jessica-peguero) I’m a designer, marketer, and business owner who thrives on innovation, storytelling, and coffee. As co-founder of OnPar Automation, I’m passionate about creating solutions that help businesses grow. 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