K–6TechNest
LEGO Robotics
Build and program LEGO robots
QuincyBefore you start
- Age band
- K–6
- Time
- 40–75 minutes
- Quest type
- Hanging Out
- Guardian
- Cass · Box Elder
- Materials needed
- LEGO SPIKE Essential Set
- Robotics Engineering Notebook
- LEGO SPIKE Prime Set
Why this skill rocks
You get to build robots out of LEGOs and then tell them what to do with a computer, making them move, pick things up, or even solve puzzles. It's like bringing your toys to life!
2034Where this could take you
Imagine in 2034, you're a teen wizard, programming smart robots to help with the Olympic events, maybe even guiding visitors or carrying equipment around the venues.
What You'll Need
Optional materials for this quest.
LEGO SPIKE Essential Set
RequiredThe most accessible LEGO robotics kit for beginners — includes motors, sensors, and a programmable hub. Works with the free LEGO Education SPIKE app and is the official kit for younger FLL teams.
Robotics Engineering Notebook
RequiredFLL teams are required to keep an engineering notebook — even if you're not on a team, documenting your builds and code helps you learn faster and spot patterns in what works.
LEGO SPIKE Prime Set
The more advanced kit used by older FLL teams — more sensors, bigger motors, and supports Python programming in addition to block code. A worthwhile upgrade once you outgrow the Essential set.