Sphero Mini Activity Kit – App-Enabled Coding Robot, 55-Piece Construction Set, Activity Cards | STEM Toy for Ages 8+

Overview

Introducing the Sphero Mini Activity Kit, a compact, app‑connected coding robot designed to spark hands‑on exploration through play, design, and basic programming. The kit centers around a clear, interactive Sphero Mini ball, a versatile construction set, activity cards, and accessories that invite kids to design courses, chase challenges, and experiment with movement. This setup encourages curiosity and creative problem solving in a approachable, age‑appropriate way.

What you get

• Clear Sphero Mini robot ball paired with a protective bumper cover
• 28-piece construction set with connectors and build pieces
• 15 STEM‑inspired activity cards to guide experiments and play
• 6 pins and 3 cones for building mazes, obstacle courses, and games
• Micro USB charging cable for quick setup and continued play

How you control it

• Drive modes in the Sphero Play app include Joystick (drag and drive), Slingshot (pull back and release), and Tilt (device tilt controls)
• Rails, arches, and connectors unlock endless construction possibilities for driving paths, ramps, and play areas

Play and learning in one

• Use Sphero Mini as a game controller for arcade‑style experiences within the Sphero Play app, ideal for quick sessions in small spaces
• Guided challenges on Activity Cards inspire creativity while testing skills in timing, sequencing, and precision

Coding, from beginner to advanced

• Blocks drive mode offers basic, drag‑and‑drop coding to program the robot’s behavior
• For richer programming experiences, the Sphero Edu app supports JavaScript and Swift, letting students expand their coding horizon

Why it resonates

Since its start in 2010, Sphero has aimed to redefine hands‑on learning through programmable robots and play. This kit continues that mission by blending tactile construction, responsive motion, and approachable coding in a single, portable setup. The emphasis remains on possibilities—little wins, creative play, and practical inquiry—rather than guarantees, with product design that invites exploration at home, in the classroom, or on the go.