I completed this project together with my 8-year-old. I did most of the work, but an average 10-year-old could probably do this project on their own with minimal supervision. The instructions are pretty easily understandable (good accompanying diagrams). We completed the project in less than 30 minutes. You'll need a smaller-sized, Phillips-head ("+" or "x" shaped) screwdriver to complete the project. You'll also need a battery. Extra felt-tip markers, an extra battery, plenty of drawing paper, and a baking (cookie) sheet are also helpful once you're ready to doodle. To change the drawing pattern, simply adjust the legs between drawings.
Even though this was for my 8-year-old, other children from 4 years up to 12 years old would probably enjoy this project. The project may be too simplistic for young people older than 12 years old.
This isn't going to keep them occupied for hours and hours. Once you've completed the project, the actual drawing will keep children engaged for about 15-30 minutes before they lose interest. However, my children still enjoy pulling the robot out from time to time to do more doodling.
Overall, this is a worthwhile return on the investment considering I paid less than $20 and spent less than 30 minutes on the actual build. Here's a link to our YouTube video: [...]
Here are a couple of other 4M robot projects that we have enjoyed working on together:
4M Table Top Robot
4M Smart Robot
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4M educational toys cover a wide range of subjects and include science kits, arts and crafts kits, robotics kits, and more. Each toy is creative, imaginative, inspiring--and most of all, fun! They encourage your child's inquisitive nature while teaching them to explore the world around them.
4M KidzRobotix Doodling Robot
Learn about the science of robotics in a fun, hands-on way
Challenge your child's imagination with the 4M Doodling Robot. Perfect for any young scientist, this fun robotics kit uses the vibration and spin generated by its motor to create works of art. Adjust the angle and height of the robot's colored pens to make new patterns. Not only does this kit foster creativity and teach mechanical principles, it's an excellent opportunity to show kids how toys are assembled and function.
- This set includes necessary components, accessories, and easy-to-follow instructions.
- Kids can assemble a fun doodling robot that makes creative works of art
- Helps teach children creativity and mechanical principles
- Requires a Phillips head screwdriver, paper, 1 AA battery, and adult supervision
- Recommended for ages 8 and up
- Accredited by STEM.ORG the leader in credentialing of STEM toys, games and educational resources.
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Fun, easy project
I completed this project together with my 8-year-old. I did most of the work, but an average 10-year-old could probably do this project on their own with minimal supervision. The instructions are pretty easily understandable (good accompanying diagrams). We completed the project in less than 30 minutes. You'll need a smaller-sized, Phillips-head ("+" or "x" shaped) screwdriver to complete the project. You'll also need a battery. Extra felt-tip markers, an extra battery, plenty of drawing paper, and a baking (cookie) sheet are also helpful once you're ready to doodle. To change the drawing pattern, simply adjust the legs between drawings.Even though this was for my 8-year-old, other children from 4 years up to 12 years old would probably enjoy this project. The project may be too simplistic for young people older than 12 years old.This isn't going to keep them occupied for hours and hours. Once you've completed the project, the actual drawing will keep children engaged for about 15-30 minutes before they lose interest. However, my children still enjoy pulling the robot out from time to time to do more doodling.Overall, this is a worthwhile return on the investment considering I paid less than $20 and spent less than 30 minutes on the actual build. Here's a link to our YouTube video: [...]Here are a couple of other 4M robot projects that we have enjoyed working on together:4M Table Top Robot4M Smart Robot
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Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2016
Even though this was for my 8-year-old, other children from 4 years up to 12 years old would probably enjoy this project. The project may be too simplistic for young people older than 12 years old.
This isn't going to keep them occupied for hours and hours. Once you've completed the project, the actual drawing will keep children engaged for about 15-30 minutes before they lose interest. However, my children still enjoy pulling the robot out from time to time to do more doodling.
Overall, this is a worthwhile return on the investment considering I paid less than $20 and spent less than 30 minutes on the actual build. Here's a link to our YouTube video: [...]
Here are a couple of other 4M robot projects that we have enjoyed working on together:
[[ASIN:B00JEWFJJC 4M Table Top Robot]]
[[ASIN:B001XQ1N2E 4M Smart Robot]]
Fun, easy project
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2016
I completed this project together with my 8-year-old. I did most of the work, but an average 10-year-old could probably do this project on their own with minimal supervision. The instructions are pretty easily understandable (good accompanying diagrams). We completed the project in less than 30 minutes. You'll need a smaller-sized, Phillips-head ("+" or "x" shaped) screwdriver to complete the project. You'll also need a battery. Extra felt-tip markers, an extra battery, plenty of drawing paper, and a baking (cookie) sheet are also helpful once you're ready to doodle. To change the drawing pattern, simply adjust the legs between drawings.Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2016
Even though this was for my 8-year-old, other children from 4 years up to 12 years old would probably enjoy this project. The project may be too simplistic for young people older than 12 years old.
This isn't going to keep them occupied for hours and hours. Once you've completed the project, the actual drawing will keep children engaged for about 15-30 minutes before they lose interest. However, my children still enjoy pulling the robot out from time to time to do more doodling.
Overall, this is a worthwhile return on the investment considering I paid less than $20 and spent less than 30 minutes on the actual build. Here's a link to our YouTube video: [...]
Here are a couple of other 4M robot projects that we have enjoyed working on together:
[[ASIN:B00JEWFJJC 4M Table Top Robot]]
[[ASIN:B001XQ1N2E 4M Smart Robot]]
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Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2012
He really likes this -- he calls it his "Artbot" and he is making custom stationery/art for the brothers in colors of their choosing.
Tip: When the markers wear out or a different color scheme is preferred, RoseArt thin markers fit better than Crayola thin markers. You may have to use a screwdriver to loosen the pen holders, then re-tighten on the markers.
To keep the robot on the paper, he used an old 9X12 pan, lined the bottom with the drawing paper, and switched on the robot inside the pan.
Very nice results.
It took him about 70 minutes to assemble it the first time, and he still likes it. (He's 10) He has used it for many hours, and the toy has withstood a couple of falls from countertops onto tile floors at the hands of the little brother.
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Very fun -- try it inside a container (like a pan or jelly roll tray)
Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2012
The interesting thing for me was watching my son build this toy, then play with it, then take it apart to reconfigure it and get new design patterns. The motor can be assembled into the toy four different ways for four different artistic patterns, and the pens can be adjusted into infinite varieties.Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2012
He really likes this -- he calls it his "Artbot" and he is making custom stationery/art for the brothers in colors of their choosing.
Tip: When the markers wear out or a different color scheme is preferred, RoseArt thin markers fit better than Crayola thin markers. You may have to use a screwdriver to loosen the pen holders, then re-tighten on the markers.
To keep the robot on the paper, he used an old 9X12 pan, lined the bottom with the drawing paper, and switched on the robot inside the pan.
Very nice results.
It took him about 70 minutes to assemble it the first time, and he still likes it. (He's 10) He has used it for many hours, and the toy has withstood a couple of falls from countertops onto tile floors at the hands of the little brother.
*** update -- I added some photos in customer images ***
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Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2017
Error in instructions and missing wire made for a better experience!
Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2017
Was not sure how many stars to go with on this one. Reason being, the instructions have an error and there was a missing wire. That being said, I oddly decided on 5 stars. The error and missing wire made for a fun learning experience for my son. He learned to trouble shoot, that reversing the positive and negative wires causes the motor to run in the opposite direction, to improvise, and that even “professionals” make mistakes! It works great, was fun to assemble. Great STEM Project. My son loves it.
Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2017
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Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2021
