KIBO: Hands-on, Screen-Free STEAM Robotics
KIBO is a thoughtfully designed robot kit that brings coding, creativity, and storytelling to life—without any screens. Research-based and designed for children in PreK to 5th grade, KIBO encourages exploration through building, sequencing, and self-expression.
Each kit includes a Roku‑style wooden robot platform outfitted with motors, wheels, and various sensors such as sound, light, and distance. Programming is done by stacking wooden blocks encoded with barcodes, which the robot reads and executes in sequence—no devices required.
Ideal for classrooms, makerspaces, and at-home learning, KIBO not only teaches programming fundamentals but also supports fine motor skills, spatial awareness, sequencing logic, and design thinking. Built upon over 20 years of early childhood research and used in schools worldwide, it has proven impact in helping young learners build confidence and STEAM skills.
Whether beginning with movement sequences or advancing to conditional logic, sound, and light sensors, KIBO grows with the learner. It’s perfect for seasonal projects, storytelling activities, and cross-curricular integration—from literacy to environmental science.
All packages include:
- Robot Kits: 1 KIBO Robot with 10, 15, 18, or 21 Programming Blocks
- Pack of Engineering Design Journals
- Pack of Assessment Workbooks
- 2 hours of Training (via phone or web conference)
- Activity Cards
- Creating with KIBO core curriculum OR Growing with KIBO 60-hour core curriculum
- Activity Center Guidebook
- “KIBO Says” class programming game
- 2 posters: KIBO and Engineering Design Process
- Express Yourself! and Showtime With KIBO! add-on curriculum (KIBO 21 only)
KIBO Kits
✅ Quick Comparison Table
| Kit | Features Added | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| KIBO 10 | Basic motion and sequencing blocks | Beginners and younger learners |
| KIBO 15 | Art platforms, light & sound sensors | Creative play and sensor-based interaction |
| KIBO 18 | Conditional logic, more sensor inputs | Intermediate programming skills |
| KIBO 21 | Sound recorder, expression module, full add-ons | Advanced STEAM, storytelling & art projects |
This structure allows you to choose the KIBO kit that matches your classroom goals—whether you’re starting with basic motion sequences or aiming for full creative expression with sound, art, and coding logic.
KIBO Packages:
- Activity Center Package: 4-6 students
- Small Classroom Package: 10-12 students
- Full Classroom Package: 20-24 students
*Each above are also available in 18, 21 and 21 Explorer options*
Choose the package that fits your classroom and your budget!
Check out our KIBO Playbook for everything you need to get started and check out KIBO. The KIBO robot is backed by tons of research. Check out this case study for more information. It was developed by KinderLab Robotics whose mission is to offer research-based solutions for universal STEAM literacy for all children.