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The official app for learning to code with Sphero robots.

Sphero Edu is your hub to create, contribute, and learn with Sphero robots. Go beyond code by incorporating unique STEAM activities to complete with your bot.

Designed for learner progression, Sphero Edu beginners can give robots commands by drawing a path in the app for their robot to follow. Intermediate coders can use Scratch blocks to learn more advanced logic, while pros can use text programming and write their own JavaScript.

Sphero Edu is built for makers, learners, educators, and parents. The interactive platform allows you to keep track of your class or group from one easy place. Anyone can save their progress, jump from device to device, and continue the discovery from anywhere. Preparing for the future has never been so fun.

SPHERO EDU FEATURES

PROGRAMS: Program your bots in 3 ways with Draw, Block, and Text modes. Start with the basics and grow.

SENSOR DATA: See location, accelerometer, gyroscope, velocity, and distance sensor data through visual graphs.

ACTIVITIES: Program a painting. Navigate a maze. Mimic the solar system. The only limit is your imagination.

TAKE A DRIVE: Need a brain break? Set LED colors on your robot and zoom around in Drive mode.

ASSIGNMENTS: Are you a teacher? Monitor progress by creating and assigning activities to students.

INTEGRATIONS: Simplify classroom use by signing in and syncing classrooms with Google and Clever accounts.

COMPATIBILITY
Supported Robots: Sphero RVR/RVR+, Sphero BOLT, Sphero SPRK+, Sphero SPRK Edition, Sphero 2.0, Sphero Mini, Ollie, BB-8, BB-9E, R2-D2, R2-Q5

Unsupported Robots: Sphero Original, Force Band, Lightning McQueen, Spider-Man, indi

Go #BeyondCode. Order a robot today at sphero.com

Disable Free Drive Mode?

We love the Sphero Edu app and the ability to help kids understand the basics of coding!

The only problem we have is that kids will often get sidetracked once they find out how to just drive the sphero around like an RC car. Is there any way to disable this feature? That'd be really helpful. If there isn't a way to currently do this it'd be something nice to see in future updates!!

Greetings - Thanks for your message. There is not currently a way to disable to drive feature in the Sphero Edu app -- but we will most certainly pass along your feedback. Glad to hear your students are using Sphero Edu to learn some basics of coding! Please email us, support@sphero.com if you have any other questions. Thanks very much!

Something wrong with my bolt

I used to love Sphero but I am very disappointed at it now. I got a Sphero bolt for Christmas a year ago,I didn't use it just much and it was very well taken care of but 3 months later it wouldn't charge . I contacted sphero customer support somebody told me a couple things that I could try but that didn't work. I got it for Christmas so I don't know where it was from I didn't have the box either. I was told that I could only get a replacement if it was from the Sphero itself. My bolt broke within the one year warranty. Although I am frustrated with Sphero, Devrann Harding was a good customer support agent.

Best regards
Luke

HI Luke -- if you're able to provide proof of purchase and you're within a year warranty we will gladly replace your BOLT. thanks for checking.

Pretty cool 😎

🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄 Ok let's get started:
First, I would like to know if there is any way to block people. I was scrolling through the programs people posted and saw something very very disturbingly creepy (I can't unsee it now) that somebody decided to use as the pic they posted the program with. Kids my age shouldn't have to see what I saw, that was too much for me to handle. If there is already a way to block people, I probably haven't been looking hard enough, lol 😂
Also, I think that we should be able to do more stuff besides make programs if you don't have a public account. It would be nice if there was a little guide that told you what each block does-e.g. explain how they work. I'm a first time programmer so I don't know what "create a variable" and "true && true" means. Thx!
Overall this is pretty fun. But since I don't know what most of the blocks do-except for "move" and "speak", ha ha-it's gotten hard to create most programs. Thanks for understanding!
-The UniQueen 🦄👸🏻
🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄

Greetings -- Can you email moran@sphero.com with the URL in question -- We will investigate and appreciate you bringing this to our attention!

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‎Sphero Edu is your hub to create, contribute, and learn with Sphero robots. Go beyond code by incorporating unique STEAM activities to complete with your bot. Designed for learner progression, Sphero Edu beginners can give robots commands by drawing a path in the app for their robot to follow. Int...

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The possibilities to teach programming with a Sphero in the classroom are endless! If you already have a Sphero and are using the Lightning Lab app, this is something you know well. In the home screen of the app, Sphero recommends activities and gives you the most recent news.

If you are considering buying Spheros for you classroom, STEM lab, or homeschooling lessons, and want to know more about the educational possibilities with Sphero, this article is for you!

What is the Lightning Lab?

Lightning Lab by Sphero is a teacher or parents best friend for uncovering fun projects and challenges that reinforce STEM skills. There are activities designed by Sphero and also other educators have contributed their own ideas. But, Lightning Lab is just one of that compatible with Sphero.

We have seen in all of these examples kids having so much fun with Sphero, they don't even notice that they are learning. Go over the skills or lessons the project. Starting out, it will seem like the class is just having fun! Then at the end, bring attention to what they are doing. Did you build props, bridges, use a classroom 3D printer in the challenge? Talk about the geometry and design behind making a stronger bridge.

offers 12 pack boxes, and more, to use Sphero in the classroom. If your school has a STEM budget and is looking for a new activity of kit to invest in, the possibilities with Sphero are so varied, it's our top recommendation for a worthwhile investment!

Sphero even provides how different activities reinforce core US National education standards in math and science.

Sphero Activities for Beginners

Are you just getting started with Sphero? Start with the first lessons recommended by Sphero in the Lightning Lab. The first lessons is "Blocks 1: Intro" with an animal sound toss game as the activity. Sphero has created great video tutorials with everything you need to get started.

Within these lessons, there is a tab to learn more about components outside of the programming. For example, activities around the solar system then will go into more detail about planets and orbit patterns. Follow the first lessons, and build your first program to tell Sphero to move in a square. These are the building blocks to other fun activities using similar block commands, like moving your Sphero through a maze or obstacle course created by your student.

5 Fun Sphero Activities for the Classroom for Every Subject:

Sphero's Lightning Lab has enough activities and lessons made my sphero and the community, that you won't get bored! Here are some more examples of how you can effectively use Sphero in the classroom!

Reinforce different bridge structures while also creating a creative obstacle course to program your Sphero through. Use classroom supplies and popsicle sticks to build a bridge. Then program your Sphero to drive over the bridge

Combine the arts with technology. Program your Sphero to paint, or manually steer your Sphero into a masterpiece!

Have in your STEM Lab? Build a chariot with K'NEX that your Sphero will then be programmed to steer. Integrate the historical purpose of chariots and their historical context.

4. Language Arts + Programming: The Character's Journey

One New York Language Arts teacher reinforced themes within Grapes of Wrath by creating a mountain that the students had to navigate the Sphero over. The purpose was to help the students experience some of the challenges felt by the main character. Sphero has also been used alongside reading Maze Runner. Set the students into the plot of the story, having them navigate out of a maze!

Replicate the orbit of the planets in your science class with this Sphero activity. Add in physics and calculate the velocity at which your Sphero moves.

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Best Classroom Activities with Sphero | STEM Education Guide

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Sphero Central: Edu Lessons & Resources for Coding Robots & STEM Kits

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Welcome to Sphero Central, your one-stop destination for Sphero Edu & app access, lessons, educator resources & more. Get started with your robots & kits here!

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Welcome to your hub to create, contribute, and learn with Sphero robots.

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Comes in a variety of styles including pop culture models from Marvel and Star Wars

App controlled - apps are free and available for Apple, Android, Kindle and Chrome - may offer web based coding in the future

Edu app can be used to teach coding and includes scaffolded coding lessons

Charges on a USB charging base

Has a variety of protective covers

Accessory kits are available for purchase and some are Lego compatible

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Sphero makes remarkably cool, programmable robots and STEAM-based educational tools that transform the way kids learn, create and invent through coding, science, music, and the arts. Using information available, combined with skills acquired, can help make good decisions. That's the basic process of critical thinking. Critical thinkers can solve problems by keeping a clear mind and rational thoughts that will help you analyze a situation and make a sound decision.
STEM teaching is the hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics concepts, and it's becoming an increasingly important part of modern-day education. STEM skills grant students the 21st-century abilities needed to perform a wide range of both essential and highly-skilled jobs.
Risk-taking, leaping, trying again, and failing are part of our genetic material. Without it, humans would not have inhabited every corner of this planet. Oftentimes we can see failure, particularly in exams, as negative - one of the worst things we can allow students to experience. But what if we allow students to fail in a safe space and make learning a personal endeavor? Go #BeyondCode and enrich your learning experience with engaging STEAM activities that foster creativity and collaboration.
Sphero makes remarkably cool, programmable robots and STEAM-based educational tools that transform the way kids learn, create and invent through coding, science, music, and the arts.
Using information available, combined with skills acquired, can help make good decisions. That's the basic process of critical thinking. Critical thinkers can solve problems by keeping a clear mind and rational thoughts that will help you analyze a situation and make a sound decision.
STEM teaching is the hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics concepts, and it's becoming an increasingly important part of modern-day education. STEM skills grant students the 21st-century abilities needed to perform a wide range of both essential and highly-skilled jobs.
Risk-taking, leaping, trying again, and failing are part of our genetic material. Without it, humans would not have inhabited every corner of this planet. Oftentimes we can see failure, particularly in exams, as negative - one of the worst things we can allow students to experience. But what if we allow students to fail in a safe space and make learning a personal endeavor?
Go #BeyondCode and enrich your learning experience with engaging STEAM activities that foster creativity and collaboration.
Sphero makes remarkably cool, programmable robots and STEAM-based educational tools that transform the way kids learn, create and invent through coding, science, music, and the arts.
Using information available, combined with skills acquired, can help make good decisions. That's the basic process of critical thinking. Critical thinkers can solve problems by keeping a clear mind and rational thoughts that will help you analyze a situation and make a sound decision.
STEM teaching is the hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics concepts, and it's becoming an increasingly important part of modern-day education. STEM skills grant students the 21st-century abilities needed to perform a wide range of both essential and highly-skilled jobs.
Risk-taking, leaping, trying again, and failing are part of our genetic material. Without it, humans would not have inhabited every corner of this planet. Oftentimes we can see failure, particularly in exams, as negative - one of the worst things we can allow students to experience. But what if we allow students to fail in a safe space and make learning a personal endeavor?
Go #BeyondCode and enrich your learning experience with engaging STEAM activities that foster creativity and collaboration.

Sphero makes remarkably cool, programmable robots and STEAM-based educational tools that transform the way kids learn, create and invent through coding, science, music, and the arts.

Using information available, combined with skills acquired, can help make good decisions. That's the basic process of critical thinking. Critical thinkers can solve problems by keeping a clear mind and rational thoughts that will help you analyze a situation and make a sound decision. STEM teaching is the hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics concepts, and it's becoming an increasingly important part of modern-day education. STEM skills grant students the 21st-century abilities needed to perform a wide range of both essential and highly-skilled jobs. Risk-taking, leaping, trying again, and failing are part of our genetic material. Without it, humans would not have inhabited every corner of this planet. Oftentimes we can see failure, particularly in exams, as negative - one of the worst things we can allow students to experience. But what if we allow students to fail in a safe space and make learning a personal endeavor? Go #BeyondCode and enrich your learning experience with engaging STEAM activities that foster creativity and collaboration. Sphero makes remarkably cool, programmable robots and STEAM-based educational tools that transform the way kids learn, create and invent through coding, science, music, and the arts. Using information available, combined with skills acquired, can help make good decisions. That's the basic process of critical thinking. Critical thinkers can solve problems by keeping a clear mind and rational thoughts that will help you analyze a situation and make a sound decision. STEM teaching is the hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics concepts, and it's becoming an increasingly important part of modern-day education. STEM skills grant students the 21st-century abilities needed to perform a wide range of both essential and highly-skilled jobs. Risk-taking, leaping, trying again, and failing are part of our genetic material. Without it, humans would not have inhabited every corner of this planet. Oftentimes we can see failure, particularly in exams, as negative - one of the worst things we can allow students to experience. But what if we allow students to fail in a safe space and make learning a personal endeavor? Go #BeyondCode and enrich your learning experience with engaging STEAM activities that foster creativity and collaboration. Sphero makes remarkably cool, programmable robots and STEAM-based educational tools that transform the way kids learn, create and invent through coding, science, music, and the arts. Using information available, combined with skills acquired, can help make good decisions. That's the basic process of critical thinking. Critical thinkers can solve problems by keeping a clear mind and rational thoughts that will help you analyze a situation and make a sound decision. STEM teaching is the hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics concepts, and it's becoming an increasingly important part of modern-day education. STEM skills grant students the 21st-century abilities needed to perform a wide range of both essential and highly-skilled jobs. Risk-taking, leaping, trying again, and failing are part of our genetic material. Without it, humans would not have inhabited every corner of this planet. Oftentimes we can see failure, particularly in exams, as negative - one of the worst things we can allow students to experience. But what if we allow students to fail in a safe space and make learning a personal endeavor? Go #BeyondCode and enrich your learning experience with engaging STEAM activities that foster creativity and collaboration. Sphero makes remarkably cool, programmable robots and STEAM-based educational tools that transform the way kids learn, create and invent through coding, science, music, and the arts. Using information available, combined with skills acquired, can help make good decisions. That's the basic process of critical thinking. Critical thinkers can solve problems by keeping a clear mind and rational thoughts that will help you analyze a situation and make a sound decision. STEM teaching is the hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics concepts, and it's becoming an increasingly important part of modern-day education. STEM skills grant students the 21st-century abilities needed to perform a wide range of both essential and highly-skilled jobs. Risk-taking, leaping, trying again, and failing are part of our genetic material. Without it, humans would not have inhabited every corner of this planet. Oftentimes we can see failure, particularly in exams, as negative - one of the worst things we can allow students to experience. But what if we allow students to fail in a safe space and make learning a personal endeavor? Go #BeyondCode and enrich your learning experience with engaging STEAM activities that foster creativity and collaboration. Sphero makes remarkably cool, programmable robots and STEAM-based educational tools that transform the way kids learn, create and invent through coding, science, music, and the arts. Using information available, combined with skills acquired, can help make good decisions. That's the basic process of critical thinking. Critical thinkers can solve problems by keeping a clear mind and rational thoughts that will help you analyze a situation and make a sound decision. STEM teaching is the hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics concepts, and it's becoming an increasingly important part of modern-day education. STEM skills grant students the 21st-century abilities needed to perform a wide range of both essential and highly-skilled jobs. Risk-taking, leaping, trying again, and failing are part of our genetic material. Without it, humans would not have inhabited every corner of this planet. Oftentimes we can see failure, particularly in exams, as negative - one of the worst things we can allow students to experience. But what if we allow students to fail in a safe space and make learning a personal endeavor? Go #BeyondCode and enrich your learning experience with engaging STEAM activities that foster creativity and collaboration. Sphero makes remarkably cool, programmable robots and STEAM-based educational tools that transform the way kids learn, create and invent through coding, science, music, and the arts. Using information available, combined with skills acquired, can help make good decisions. That's the basic process of critical thinking. Critical thinkers can solve problems by keeping a clear mind and rational thoughts that will help you analyze a situation and make a sound decision. STEM teaching is the hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics concepts, and it's becoming an increasingly important part of modern-day education. STEM skills grant students the 21st-century abilities needed to perform a wide range of both essential and highly-skilled jobs.

STEAM Learning Solutions

We offer coding robots and STEAM (STEM + Art) educational tools that transform the way kids and teens learn, create, and invent through coding, science, engineering, and the arts. Looking to inspire your whole class? Shop our education packs.

STEAM Activities & Resources

The Sphero ecosystem of tools and the Sphero Edu platform gives kids, teachers, and parents of all learning and coding abilities a blank canvas to solve challenges at home, in school, and beyond.

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Math puzzles and brain teasers are the academic version of sneaking veggies into a slice of cake. Kids have so much fun solving problems and playing games that they won't even realize they're applying mathematical concepts, practicing computation skills, and using logical reasoning.

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Modern technology has an enormous influence on the changes in our society. Kids must learn how to code and be familiar with coding concepts to thrive in this digital world.

At School Sphero Team

Learning programming gives kids critical skills in an increasingly digital world, but standard text-based programming languages can be a challenge for people of all ages. Block-based coding can be the solution that makes the learning curve more gradual. Not only is it fun to learn, but it also provides a sound foundation for learning other programming technologies.

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STEM Kits & Robotics for Kids | Inspire STEM Education with Sphero

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Sphero makes remarkably cool, programmable robots and STEAM-based educational tools that transform the way kids learn, create and invent through coding, science, music, and the arts. Using information available, combined with skills acquired, can help make good decisions. That's the basic process of critical thinking.