Get Educational Robots (Thymio II Wireless), STEAM Craft kits, EFL/ESL programming resources, and more at BBbots.com
Programming and STEAM education are two of the fastest growing subjects around the world, and BBbots.com (BINGOBONGO Learning + Robots) is a great source for high-quality programming, STEAM, and robotics resources that are ideal for ESL/EFL students and young learners.
BBbots.com is one of the only places in Japan to get the Thymio II Wireless Educational Robot, a popular robot developed at Ecal University in Switzerland. And when used in combination with BINGOBONGO Learning’s EFL-focused programming course, Mind Mission Programming, Thymio is also a great choice for teaching programming, problem-solving, and robotics to students in Japan while teaching English at the same time. You can read more in Japanese here.
Check out the Thymio II Wireless Robot and various programming accessories below
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The Thymio Challenge Activities Accessory Pack contains 30 challenges cards (English/Japanese) in PDF format with increasing difficulty to discover programming Thymio, the small programmable robot, in VPL and VPL3. -
The Thymio Challenge Activities Accessory Pack contains 30 challenges cards with increasing difficulty to discover the small programmable robot, accessories, a race track and an A2 guide to know all about Thymio and VPL. -
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Dive into the exciting world of robotics with the Thymio II Wireless Creator Kit, a comprehensive educational tool that combines the thrill of hands-on learning with the essentials of STEAM education.Perfect for learners of all ages, this kit features a user-friendly Thymio II robot with versatile "codeless" modes and advanced programming options. Enhanced with the LinkVest Kit for creative building and a 5-Device IR Remote for interactive control, it's an ideal choice for both individual learning and collaborative classroom experiences. Explore, create, and innovate with Thymio II, your gateway to the fascinating world of robotics and programming.Institutions and educators can also order the Thymio II Wireless Educator Bundle to get 5 Thymio II Wireless Creator Kits with a durable hard case and all the necessary setup and app installations taken care of. -
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The 5-Robot Educator Pack with Hard Case (Thymio Creator Kit) is an ideal comprehensive package for interactive robotics education, featuring five Thymio II Wireless Educational Robots and a durable hard case for easy storage and transportation. Designed for seamless integration into educational curriculums, this pack fosters collaborative learning and hands-on experience in programming and robotics for students of all levels.
STEAM Craft Kit + Worksheets are great for events, lessons, or something to do at home!
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Dive into the wonders of fluid dynamics and pressure with our Squeeze & Dive Fish STEAM Kit! This fun and educational kit allows kids to explore the principles of buoyancy and propulsion in an underwater adventure.※This kit includes everything needed for an exciting underwater journey except the PET bottle: 4 diving fish with magnets, 16 diving rings, glow-in-the-dark shells, glow-in-the-dark stickers, 2 magnets, and 2 paper clips. Please note: PET Bottle and worksheets are not included. -
Set sail on a journey of discovery with our Paddle Boat STEAM Kit! This engaging project invites students to build their own battery-powered boat crafted from wood, using paddle wheels that propel it through water. It's an excellent way to dive into the principles of buoyancy, propulsion, and energy conversion in a fun and interactive manner.※The kit includes all necessary components to build the Paddle Boat, 4 colorful worksheets, and access to the STEAM Zone Digital Learning Portal, with online flashcards, games, and over 30 minutes of educational videos. It's a perfect blend of science, technology, and endless fun! **Batteries not included. -
Learning about physics is a breeze with our Fan Car STEAM Kit! Perfect for young engineers and scientists, this kit lets kids build their own motorized fan-powered car from wood. It’s an exciting way to explore concepts of physics, engineering, and motion.※This kit includes all necessary components for the car, 4 colorful worksheets, and access to the STEAM Zone Digital Learning Portal, with online flashcards, games, and over 30 minutes of educational videos. It's a perfect blend of science, technology, and endless fun! **Batteries not included. -
Score big with physics and fun using our Catapult B-ball STEAM Kit! This kit invites students to build their own mini catapult and master the art of launching a ball into a basketball hoop. It's a fantastic way to engage with concepts of energy, motion, and trajectory.※The kit includes all materials for building the catapult and hoop, a white ball to color, 4 colorful worksheets, and access to the STEAM Zone Digital Learning Portal, with online flashcards, games, and over 30 minutes of educational videos. It's a slam dunk for hands-on learning and excitement! -
Our Standing Pen STEAM Kit won't let you down! Through this innovative craft project, students will create a unique wooden pen holder that ingeniously uses the repelling forces of magnets to keep the pen upright. This kit is a perfect blend of art and science, introducing learners to the fascinating world of magnetic fields and forces in a practical and visually striking way.※The kit includes all necessary materials to build the Standing Pen structure, 4 colorful worksheets, and access to the STEAM Zone Digital Learning Portal, with online flashcards, games, and over 30 minutes of educational videos. It's a perfect blend of science, technology, and endless fun! -
Now you can swing to the beats of physics with our Ball Clicker STEAM Kit! This kit allows students to construct their own version of Newton's Pendulum, a classic demonstration of momentum and energy transfer. As they assemble the clicking device and set it in motion, students will witness the captivating effect of the pendulum balls swinging and clicking in rhythmic harmony.※The kit includes all necessary materials to build the Ball Clicker, 4 colorful worksheets, and access to the STEAM Zone Digital Learning Portal, with online flashcards, games, and over 30 minutes of educational videos. -
Experience the thrill of mechanics and motion with our Ball Blaster STEAM Kit! Students will construct a battery-powered machine capable of launching small foam balls using the rotational force of wheels. This kit offers a dynamic way to explore principles of energy, force, and rotational physics.※The kit includes all necessary components to build the ball-launching machine, 4 colorful worksheets, and access to the STEAM Zone Digital Learning Portal, with online flashcards, games, and over 30 minutes of educational videos. **Batteries not included. -
Discover the magic of motion with our Flip-Flap Butterflies STEAM Kit! Perfect for young creators, this kit lets kids color and assemble their own rubberband-powered butterflies that enchantingly flutter around. And don't forget to wind them up and tuck them away in books or under objects for a silly surprise.※The kit includes all necessary materials to make 4 Flip-Flap Butterflies (2 pre-made, 2 DIY), 4 colorful worksheets, and access to the STEAM Zone Digital Learning Portal, with online flashcards, games, and over 30 minutes of educational videos. -
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Rev up your learning engines and go full speed with our DIY RC Car STEAM Kit! This dynamic project allows students to build their own remote-controlled car using wood and essential electronic components. It's a fantastic way to introduce learners to the basics of automotive engineering, electronics, and remote control technology.※The kit includes all necessary components to build the RC Car (with remote control), 4 colorful worksheets, and access to the STEAM Zone Digital Learning Portal, with online flashcards, games, and over 30 minutes of educational videos. It's a perfect blend of science, technology, and endless fun! **Batteries not included. -
Explore the wonders of the cosmos with our Galaxy Jar STEAM Kit. It's a creative, educational, and magical experience perfect for kids of all ages.※The kit includes all necessary materials to create a mesmerizing layered Galaxy Jar, 4 colorful worksheets, and access to the STEAM Zone Digital Learning Portal, with online flashcards, games, and over 30 minutes of educational videos. Learn about color mixing, light, and the beauty of space while crafting your own little universe!
Don’t miss these great resources for teaching programming to EFL/ESL students!
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The Thymio Challenge Activities Accessory Pack contains 30 challenges cards with increasing difficulty to discover the small programmable robot, accessories, a race track and an A2 guide to know all about Thymio and VPL.
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The Thymio Challenge Activities Accessory Pack contains 30 challenges cards (English/Japanese) in PDF format with increasing difficulty to discover programming Thymio, the small programmable robot, in VPL and VPL3.
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Unleash a world of creative possibilities in your playtime or programming classes with our 1000-Piece Bulk Building Blocks/Bricks with 5 Baseplates Pack. This set includes 1000 standard height (9.6mm) bricks in 13 vibrant colors, perfectly tailored for a variety of activities like Pixel Puzzles and projects using the LEGO-compatible Thymio II Wireless Robot.
Thymio II Wireless, the educational mobile robot, is now in Japan!
Thymio II Wireless Educational Robot is simple and cute, yet packed with an impressive list of sensors and features, including machine learning and AI capabilities. Thymio has been a popular choice for teaching programming for over 10 years around the globe.
Now EFL/ESL students in Japan can take advantage of this incredible robot to learn programming using BINGOBONGO Learning‘s original EFL/ESL-focused programming course, Mind Mission Programming. This course uses 5 great resources that you can use for teaching programming to EFL/ESL students in Japan or anywhere around the world.
Thymio is a hit with all ages, from 3 to 100!
Thymio isn’t a toy disguised as a robot like so many other “educational robots” that kids quickly get bored with. No, Thymio is a powerful tool for teaching programming and problem-solving to students of all ages, from 3 to 100. When you use Thymio in your classroom, your students will be interested and engaged no matter their age or experience level.
Using Thymio with young kids (3 – 5 years old)
Thymio is simple and fun! Kids can use their imagination and build on it with LEGO blocks as well. This is great for letting students get familiar with the robot and its capabilities through crafts and play. They will learn about the way robots move, their different sensors, and the functions that are possible.
Learning easy block-based coding with VPL (5 – 8 years old)
After exploring and playing with Thymio through “codeless programming,” students will be able to apply their understanding of Thymio to block-based coding with the VPL programming language. This is a simple drag-and-drop style of programming that anyone can quickly understand. As students write more programs to solve various problems, they will gain an even deeper understanding of programming concepts.
Another great feature of Thymio is that it can be programmed using four different block-based languages for free (VPL, VPL3, Scratch, Blockly).
Thymio for high school and university students
Since Thymio can be programmed in six languages in total (4 block-based, 2 text-based), advance students in high school and university will be able to continue pushing the limits of their imaginations with Thymio. Using languages such as Aseba and Python, they will be able to develop programming skills that will be valuable for any number of career choices.
When the researchers at EPFL, and ECAL, developed the Thymio II Wireless Educational Robot, they wanted to be sure that a simple robot could be used to teach all levels of programming to all ages. Thanks to them, you can be sure that Thymio will be a great choice for your programming course for years and years.
The history of Thymio II educational robot and how it came to Japan!
Thymio is an open-source educational robot designed by researchers from the EPFL, in collaboration with ECAL, and produced by Mobsya, a nonprofit association whose mission is to offer comprehensive, engaging STEAM journeys to learners of all ages.
Thymio has been one of the world’s most popular educational robots thanks to its six pre-programmed modes which allow children as young as three years old to discover the joys of robotics and programming concepts through play. It’s also one of the few robots that comes assembled and ready to use right out of the box.
Until recently the Thymio educational robot was not available in Japan. As the need for an EFL/ESL-focused programming course became greater in Japan thanks to programming becoming a required subject in Japanese elementary and junior high schools, BINGOBONGO Learning began making a programming course just for students in Japan. After experimenting with various education robots, it quickly became clear that the Thymio II Wireless Robot was in a class above the rest!
