LEGO MINDSTORMS Robotics Discovery Set
© 1999 LEGO MINDSTORMS
This package consists of 400 pieces, including a battery operated Scout microprocessor with a non-detachable light sensor, two touch sensors, two motors and an assortment of LEGO building pieces. It does not require a home computer. Instead, kids program the microprocessor directly with an onboard menu screen. For example, by selecting icons for "go forward" and "seek light" the robot will follow the beam of a flashlight. The set is much easier to use than the PC dependent Robotics Invention System and offers an excellent exercise in programming and problem solving. Testers spent a lot of time with the set and didn't want to give it back!
$149, Smart Toy
Teaches: math, logic, problem solving, programming, creativity, robotics