Root Lite Coding Robot
Root Lite makes it easy to bring more robots into your home or learning space for less. Designed to provide a balance of value and utility, the Root Lite is equipped with the essential features to transform learning to code into a grand adventure. If you’re looking for a way to bring code alive through art, music, and exploration, the Root Lite is the choice for you.
Get to Know:
Bring Code Alive with Tangible, Hands-On Experiences
Put your code on display with Root, the interactive coding companion designed to grow with you. From early learning to higher education, Root uses tangible, creative hands-on experiences to make learning to code magical while exploring the fundamentals of robotics.
How Does the Root Work
Powered by the iRobot Coding App, control your Root® Robots using a combination of graphical, hybrid and full-text code blocks!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What age(s) are the Root® coding robots designed for?
A: The Root® Coding Robots are designed for pre-readers as young as age 6. For any child under the age of 6, adult help is recommended.
Q: What operating systems are the Root® coding robots compatible with?
A: The Root® Coding Robots are compatible with devices running most major, up-to-date operating systems, including Android, Chrome OS, Windows, iOS, and macOS. Users may access the iRobot® Coding App on the App Store or Google Play Store, or through Bluetooth enabled browsers at code.irobot.com.
Q: How do I connect my device with the Root® coding robot?
A: In order to connect to the Root® coding robots using the iRobot Coding App, your device requires Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and a supported browser such as Chrome or Edge. Please ensure your device is running iOS 10 or higher.
Q: Are there activities available for the Root® coding robot?
A: Yes! Please visit our learning library for hours of coding and STEM activities. Premium content modeled after educational standards is also available for purchase.
What's in the Box:
- 1 Root Lite Coding Robot
- 1 Charging Cable
- 1 Set of Vinyl Cling Decals
- 1 Root Whiteboard Mat: Standard
- 1 Microfiber cloth
- 1 Dry erase marker
- The iRobot Coding App
- The iRobot Learning Library
Battery
- 2600 mAh Li-Ion rechargeable battery
Sensors
- 4 Capacitive touch zones
- 2 Front bumpers
- 2 Light-sensing eyes
- 2 Wheel encoders
- 1 Power button
- 1 3D gyroscope
- 1 3D accelerometer
- 1 Battery level monitor
Outputs
- 2 Drive motors
- 4 Large multicolor LEDs
- 1 Piezoelectric speaker
- 1 Marker lift & drop motor
External Connectors
- 1 Charging cable port
- 2 Charging contacts
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