SolarBots: Cosmic Explorers

Thames & Kosmos

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Meet the solar squad: five robots powered by sunshine!

Meet Helio and his four interchangeable vehicle modes that run entirely on solar power! Start by building the main robot with its compact solar panel, motor, and precision gears. Then watch the magic happen as you snap Helio into different configurations that walk, crawl, roll, and orbit.

The beauty is all in the simplicity: you can move Helio from one vehicle to another, hear the gears click perfectly into place, and instantly the solar panel starts converting sunlight into motion. Build a two-legged walking bot that marches along like a space explorer, a six-legged bug bot that crawls across any terrain, a speedy three-wheeled trike for rolling adventures, and a smooth orbiting platform that glides in circles.

Each robot shows off a different way solar energy can power mechanical movement. The 36-page manual guides you through every build while sharing fascinating facts about how real solar technology is used in space exploration and everyday life. Perfect for curious kids who want to see renewable energy in action!

Key Features:

  • Five Solar-Powered Robots: One main robot transforms into four different vehicles: walker, crawler, roller, and orbiter
  • No Batteries Required: Runs entirely on solar power with instant energy conversion from sunlight
  • Modular Design: Quick-change system lets you snap between different robot configurations
  • Multiple Movement Types: Experience walking, crawling, rolling, and orbiting mechanisms powered by the same solar motor
  • Real Solar Technology: Working solar panel and electric motor demonstrate actual renewable energy principles
  • Comprehensive Manual: 36-page full-color guide with assembly instructions and real-world solar power facts
  • STEM Learning Made Fun: Hands-on exploration of solar energy, gears, and different locomotion methods

This SolarBot STEM kit includes:

  • 36-page full-color instruction manual
  • 5 hands-on experiments
  • 123 unique pieces 

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“Great products...one of the best curriculum's out there, great help for teaching our video class”

- Christine R., Principal, Trinity Lutheran School, Kalispell, MT

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- Heather S., Director, After School, City of Fairfield, CA

“Having taught at the high school and college level, I was impressed with this curriculum. The materials and guidance were well put together and very thoughtful.”

- Michael L., Artist, Shea After School, Syracuse, NY

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- Erica T., Freehold Public Schools, Freehold, NJ

“This is a well organized course that I would highly recommend to other programs.”

- Chad S., Teacher, School #18, Buffalo, NY

“The program is awesome! I’m doing it as part of an after school enrichment time. Our kids really enjoy the projects and it’s wonderful to use as everything is provided.”

- Karen S.,Teacher, Olympic Middle School, WA

“This is the perfect kind of activity for afterschool. It’s fun; students learn by getting involved. Everybody wants to be a part of it!”

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- Jackie. J., Director/Detective, Hempstead P.A.L., Hempstead, NY

“The students were engaged and enjoyed the experiments. The story keeps the activities meaningful and provided an interested way to connect Florida Standards. The teacher’s manual was easy to follow and materials in the kits made it very convenient for set up. Overall, this is a great thing to do in afterschool and during the summer!”

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- Nina P., Music teacher, Napa, CA

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- Charlie E., Teacher, Lexington County Schools, SC

“The Cookie Jar Mystery went really well, the kids talked about it for weeks. They were very excited and intrigued with the hands-on activities and I really enjoyed teaching it!”

- Brook T.,Teacher, Lincoln Middle Schools, TN
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