• Christmas present for my son. Was looked at but never used. Stored away since that christmas.  We have verified all parts are included and in proper packaging.

  • From R2-D2 to WALL-E, robots are a source of endless fascination. Now comes an irresistible kit that shows how to make 10 different robots out of the most ordinary things from around the house. The kit includes a battery-operated motor and two windup walkers, plus templates, dowels, beads, wire, mounting squares, and more. Consumable.
  • Robots and kids: a perfect combination. From R2-D2 to the Transformers to WALL-E, robots are a source of endless fascination. Now comes an irresistible book and kit that shows how to make ten different robots--that move--out of the most ordinary things from around the house. By delivering an experience that's so much richer than putting together a model, this book gets to the essence of creativity and imaginative problem-solving and shows how to be an inventor, designer, and engineer all in one. Created by robot expert Robert Malone, chairman of the Automation Hall of Fame, the plans are ingenious and include a materials list (rounding it up is like a treasure hunt!) plus step-by-step directions illustrated with detailed, full-color photographs. The kit includes all the essential accessories: a battery-operated motor and two windup walkers, plus templates, dowels, beads, wire, mounting squares--and googly eyes. Transform a leftover action figure into Armorbot. Start with a few paper cups, and presto, Cupbot. Repurpose cardboard boxes and tubes into the endlessly adaptable Boxbot--it even has a rotating head. From the tiny Hopbot--put it on the floor and you'll see how it got its name--to giant Styrobot, here are ten plans to make a roomful of robotic wonders.

Product Identifiers

  • ISBN-10
    0761154663
  • ISBN-13
    9780761154662

Key Details

  • Author
    Robert Malone
  • Number Of Pages
    144 pages
  • Format
    Kit
  • Publication Date
    2012-11-27
  • Language
    English
  • Publisher
    Workman Publishing Company, Incorporated
  • Publication Year
    20120000

Additional Details

  • Copyright Date
    2012
  • Illustrated
    Yes

Dimensions

  • Weight
    23.1 Oz
  • Height
    2.9 In.
  • Width
    6.1 In.
  • Length
    11.8 In.

Target Audience                                                                                        Ages 9 and up