The Finch is a programmable robot that brings computer science to life by providing students from kindergarten to college a hands-on representation of their code.
Please note that the Finch uses micro:bit as its processor; you must have one in order to operate the robot. Every Finch includes a USB-C cable for charging. If you purchase the model with a micro:bit included, you'll receive a micro USB Cable for downloading to the micro:bit.
The Finch Robot 2.0 includes the following features:
Bluetooth wireless connection
Integrated and rechargeable battery (lasts 7+ hours)
Centrally positioned marker holder for drawing
5 tri-color LEDs
Multi-tonal buzzer
Wheel encoders for precise and accurate movement
2 light sensors
1 distance / obstacle / ultrasonic sensor
2 infrared line tracking sensors
Compatible with plastic bricks for adding accessories & building fun
The Finch Robot 2.0 works with the following programming languages:
FinchBlox (icon-based for pre-readers - available on iOS, Android, Fire OS)
BirdBlox (block-based - available on iOS, Android, Fire OS)
MakeCode (block-based - available on Chromebooks, Mac, Windows, Linux)
Snap! (block-based - available on Chromebooks, Mac, Windows)
Python (text-based - available on Chromebooks, Mac, Windows)
Java (text-based - available on Mac, Windows)
Swift (text-based iOS app builder - available on Mac)
Kotlin (text-based Android app builder - available on Mac, Windows)
Need a whole flock of Finches? Check out our pack of 5 called the Classroom Flock.
Looking to save time? You may be interested in our Finch Drawing Mat, Finch Math Mat, or Finch Arena. These easy to clean and easy to store accessories save educators time when preparing for a lesson.
