Foundation Phase Kits and Products
The following kits and products are aligned to the CAPS Curriculum needs for Grades R to 3, which emphasises the development of foundational computational thinking skills through a blend of unplugged activities, play-based learning and digital tool exploration.
The UKIT Beginner is designed for students who are new to robotics and coding.
Contains:
- 309 pieces for up to 15 pre-designed models in the app spark creativity with the added potential of customised themed build options
Competencies Developed Through this Kit:
- Distance, speed and time
- Forces, friction and resistance
- Motors and servo motors
- Sensors and locomotors
- Joint and degrees of freedom
- Types and uses of robots
- Introduction to bionic robots
- Biped and Quadruped gait
Benefits
- Explores the engineering design process with hands-on robotics projects
- Comprehensive building kit – no additional pieces required
- UKIT Edu app lets students view the steps to building robots in a 360-degree 3D model and program their robotics project using pose-record-play (PRP), controller and block-based coding
- Flexible functionality, so that students can imagine, design, code and save their own robotic projects
The ELECFREAKS Wonder Building Kit: 32-in-1 is an introductory robotics kit designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young learners. This kit provides an engaging way for learners to build, program, and interact with their very own robotic creations, making it perfect for early STEM education.
Contains:
- Main control board
- Building block
- Servo motors
- Sensors
- USB cable
- Battery pack
Competencies Developed Through This Kit:
- Fundamentals of robotics, including how robots are built and controlled
- Coding and logic
- Engineering design
- Interactive play
- Environmental interaction
Benefits:
- Designed for young learners, the kit is simple to put together, with clear instructions and minimal need for adult supervision
- Encourages children to experiment and come up with their own unique robotic designs, fostering a love for innovation.
- Combines learning with play, making it an ideal tool for introducing children to STEM concepts at an early age
- Flexible learning – allowing for a variety of learning experiences
- Keeps children engaged through hands-on activities, helping to reinforce concepts in a memorable way
Learning Resources Botley® 2.0 The Coding Robot Activity Set is an all-in-one educational toolkit designed to teach young children the fundamentals of coding in a hands-on, screen-free way. Botley® 2.0 is perfect for engaging kids in learning through play, helping them develop problem-solving skills, logical thinking and creativity from an early age.
Contains:
- Botley 2.0 the Coding Robot
- Remote Programmer
- 2 Face plates
- 40 Coding cards
- 6 Double-sided boards
- 27 Obstacle building pieces
- Starter guide with coding challenges
Competencies Developed Through This Product:
- Introduction to coding
- Spatial Awareness and engineering
- Interactive play
- Creativity and imagination
Benefits:
- Botley® 2.0 offers a completely screen-free coding experience, promoting healthier interaction and active play.
- Botley® 2.0 is intuitive and straightforward, making it easy for kids to start coding right out of the box.
- As children grow, Botley® 2.0 can be used to explore more complex coding concepts, providing continuous educational value.
- Introduces fundamental STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) concepts in an engaging and hands-on manner.
- Through physical movement, visual planning, and hands-on coding, Botley® 2.0 supports a variety of learning styles, ensuring that all children can participate and benefit.
The TP Bot Car Kit for micro:bit is a versatile and user-friendly smart car kit designed to introduce students to the basics of robotics, coding, and STEAM education. This kit allows learners to build, program, and control a smart car, providing a dynamic and engaging way to explore key concepts in technology and engineering.
Contains:
- TP Bot smart car chassis
- LED matrix and RGB lights
- Built-in sensors
- Servo and motor drivers
- Wheels and wiring
- Battery holder
Competencies Developed Through this Product:
- Autonomous navigation
- Coding and algorithms
- Physics of movement
- Engineering design
- Real-world problem-solving
- Creativity and innovation
Benefits:
- Provides a practical introduction to engineering and robotics
- Everything needed to get started is included in the kit – no additional pieces required
The Sphero indi Robot Student Kit is a complete learning solution designed to engage young learners in the basics of coding and robotics. This kit features the indi robot – an entry-level robot that introduces learners to computational thinking, STEAM and computer science principles through play-based learning. Perfect for small groups of one to three learners, the kit encourages creativity and problem-solving as students build custom mazes, solve puzzles and drive the robot using color tiles, all without the need for a screen.
Contains:
- 1 indi robot
- 20 durable color tiles
- 1 student case
- 15 Beginner’s Programming Challenge Cards
- 1 quick start guide
- 2 decorative sticker sheets to customize indi
- 1 charging cable
Competencies Developed Through This Product:
- Computational thinking
- Creative design
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Interactive play
- On board colour senses
Benefits:
- Provides an unplugged, hands-on learning experience that reduces screen time while still teaching essential tech skills
- The indi robot’s built-in color sensor interacts with the color tiles to follow commands and navigate custom tracks, making learning intuitive and interactive
- Learners can also enhance their skills with the free Sphero Edu Jr app, which introduces drag-and-drop block programming
- Easy to transport and set up the kit
The ELECFREAKS BBC micro:bit V2.2 is the latest version of the micro:bit microcontroller. It is designed to help users of all ages learn the basics of coding, electronics and robotics through hands-on projects. With built-in sensors, LEDs and wireless communication capabilities, this microcontroller is a versatile tool for creating interactive and programmable devices.
Contains:
- BBC micro:bit V2.2 Board: A small, powerful microcontroller that includes a 25-LED matrix, two programmable buttons, an accelerometer, a compass and a built-in microphone and speaker
- Built-in sensors: Includes an accelerometer, compass, and light sensor
- Features Bluetooth and radio communication
- Programmable LEDs
- USB connector
- Battery holder
Competencies Developed Through This Product:
- Introduction to coding
- Data collection
- Wireless communication
- Interactive projects
- Creativity and innovation
Benefits:
- Accessible to beginners through block-based coding, while also offering more advanced programming options like Python and JavaScript for experienced learners
- With built-in Bluetooth and radio, learners can explore wireless communication and create more complex, interactive projects
The ELECFREAKS micro:bit Club Pack is a comprehensive educational toolkit designed to equip classrooms and coding clubs with everything they need to teach coding, electronics and robotics using the micro:bit platform. This pack is ideal for group learning, enabling multiple students to work on projects simultaneously.
Contains:
- 10 x micro:bit boards
- 10 x USB cables
- 10 x battery holders
- 10 x expansion boards
- Comprehensive component kit: Includes various sensors, LEDs, resistors and other electronic components
- Storage case
Competencies Developed Through This Kit:
- Collaborative learning
- Coding and algorithms
- Electronics and circuitry
- Robotics automation
- Innovation and creativity
Benefits:
- Designed to accommodate up to 10 learners at once, making it ideal for classroom settings or coding clubs
- Everything you need is included, ensuring a smooth setup and immediate start to learning
- Engages multiple learning styles: Supports visual, auditory and kinesthetic learners through diverse, hands-on activities
- Promotes teamwork and collaborative problem-solving, essential skills for future careers in technology and engineering
The ELECFREAKS TPBot Science and Technology Pack is an innovative educational kit designed to introduce learners to the fundamentals of robotics, coding and STEAM education. This pack includes the TPBot smart car chassis, along with additional sensors and modules that allow learners to build, program, and experiment with a variety of robotics projects. It offers a dynamic way to engage learners in learning essential coding skills and understanding the principles of technology through interactive and practical applications.
Contains:
- 180 multi-functional blocks
- Geekservo
Competencies Developed Through This Kit:
- Robotics and automation
- Coding and algorithm development
- Sensor integration
- Physics and engineering
- Creative design
Benefits:
- Provides a practical, interactive way for learners to learn coding and robotics by building and programming their own smart car
- Encourages critical thinking as learners troubleshoot and refine their TPBot projects to achieve desired outcomes
- Integrates multiple STEAM disciplines – offering a holistic educational experience
- Demonstrates how robotics and coding are applied in real-world scenarios, helping learners understand the relevance of their learning
The ELECFREAKS micro:bit Joystick:bit V2 Kit is an all-in-one gaming and robotics control solution designed for the micro:bit board. This kit allows learners to create and control various gaming projects, as well as interact with their robotics creations through a versatile joystick controller.
Contains:
- Joystick
- Expansion Board
- Connection Cables
- Battery Holder
Competencies Developed Through This Product:
- Robotics control
- Programming logic
- Electronics integration
- Problem-solving
Benefits:
- Versatile application
- Comprehensive building kit
- Seamless micro:bit compatibility
- Hands-on learning
- Enhances creativity
The ELECFREAKS Smart AI Lens Kit is an educational tool designed to introduce learners to the fundamentals of AI and machine learning. This kit allows learners to build projects that utilise real-time image recognition, object tracking and more, offering a deep dive into the world of AI and its practical applications
Contains:
- Smart AI Lens
- Lens holder and mounting bracket
- Connection cables
- Power supply module
- Instruction manual and guides
Competencies Developed Through This Product:
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning
- Computer vision
- Real-time image recognition
- Data analysis
- Interactive technology
Benefits:
- Engages students in building and programming AI-powered devices
- Enhances learning with a user-friendly interface for coding and controlling AI functions
The Smart Play “Start Coding” Kit is an educational toy set designed to introduce young learners to the fundamentals of coding in a playful and engaging way. This kit uses physical coding pieces to teach coding logic and sequencing, making it perfect for early learners who are just beginning their journey into the world of technology. A completely “unplugged” solution to start young learners’ coding journey.
Contains:
- 1 Double-sided game board
- 12 Challenges on laminated cards
- 12 Wooden arrow tiles
- 4 Wooden character tiles
- Instructions in English and Afrikaans
Competencies Developed Through this Product:
- Introduction to coding
- Logical thinking
- Cause and effect
- Interactive play
- Creative problem-solving
Benefits:
- Unplugged solution – the kit offers a completely screen-free way to introduce coding, making it accessible and healthy for young learners.
- Designed specifically for early learners, the kit uses simple, intuitive pieces that make coding concepts easy to grasp
- The use of colorful pieces and character figurines makes learning to code a playful and enjoyable experience
- Lays a strong foundation in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education by introducing basic coding and logic skills
Smart Play Sequencing Educational Game consists of beautifully illustrated sequence story cards that are not just a fun activity, they are a powerful tool for developing essential skills in young learners. As learners looks at each set of four sequence cards, they will delight in creating stories, learning to predict outcomes and understanding the concept of sequencing – a fundamental skill in both storytelling and coding. Through this activity, learners will also begin to grasp the basics of cause and effect, a key principle in robotics and programming.
Contains:
- 24 wooden story sequencing cards
- Instructions
Competencies Developed Through this Product:
- Sequencing
- Cause and effect
- Problem-solving
- Language development
- Computational thinking
Benefits:
- Sequence story cards cater to different learning preferences
- By constructing stories, children practice narrative skills, vocabulary and sentence structure, which are crucial for early literacy development
- Remembering the sequence of events helps to build memory retention, as well as an understanding of time and continuity – important for both storytelling and programming
- By understanding sequencing and cause and effect, learners gain a foundational understanding that will help them in later STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) activities, including coding and robotics
The Smart Play Tell Me a Story Card Game consists of 110 beautifully illustrated cards designed to inspire creativity, language development and critical thinking in young children. These cards are perfect for use in classrooms or at home, providing an interactive way for children to learn about storytelling, sequencing and the basics of logical thinking, which are also fundamental in coding and robotics.
Contains:
- Set of 110 illustrated story cards
Story ideas guide
Competencies Developed Through this Product:
- Sequencing
- Cause and effect
- Problem-solving
- Language development
- Computational thinking
Benefits:
- Sequence story cards cater to different learning preferences
- By constructing stories, children practice narrative skills, vocabulary and sentence structure, which are crucial for early literacy development
- Remembering the sequence of events helps to build memory retention, as well as an understanding of time and continuity – important for both storytelling and programming
- By understanding sequencing and cause and effect, learners gain a foundational understanding that will help them in later STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) activities, including coding and robotics
The Smartplay Junior Engineer Construction Set is an engaging educational tool designed to help learners develop essential fine motor skills while introducing them to the basics of engineering and construction. Through hands-on play, learners can explore how different parts fit together, allowing them to build various structures, vehicles and imaginative creations. This set not only supports cognitive development but also fosters creativity and problem-solving abilities in a fun and interactive way.
Contains:
- 85 pieces
- 1 plastic storage container
- 20 designs
Competencies Developed Through This Product:
- Engineering basics
- Fine motor skills
- Creativity and imagination
- Problem-solving
- Spatial awareness
Benefits:
- Provides a tactile and engaging way for children to learn about engineering and construction
- Promotes the development of fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and cognitive abilities
- Supports independent playtime, allowing learners to explore and build at their own pace
- Made with child-safe materials, the set is durable and designed to withstand active play