I guess LEGO didn't read our article on whether girls and boys need different tech toys. In the LEGO WeDo 2.0 'What's in the box' video we find out that Milo the robot model that features in the promotional material is male, this seems a shame. My kids (aged 7 and 9) really like the look of the models. The LEGO WeDo 2.0 content reflects modern primary school computing terminology and themes and feels much more up to date. With 2.0 the models can move around more as they aren't tethered to a USB port and the new material takes advantage of this. The packaging varies between countries to tie in with the local curriculum. There's lots of STEM focused material and also computing content. You can also purchase over 40 hours of educational material including starter projects, guided activities and open activities. Links to download the WeDo software can be found on LEGO Education Downloads.LEGO WeDo 2.0 includes a basic getting started project. Although it is possible to untether the WeDo by powering the motor directly, it will not follow a program. Creations need to remain tethered to the computer for power and to follow a program. The original LEGO WeDo Core Set (9580) has 158 pieces, including two sensors (tilt and motion), a motor, and a USB hub. WeDo 1.0 (9580) Original LEGO WeDo Core Set WeDo (1.0 and 2.0) can also be programmed using Scratch. Additional curriculum materials are also available from LEGO Education. Curriculum support that is targeted to science and computing is available from within software. Links to download the WeDo 2.0 software can be found on LEGO Education Downloads. The SmartHub is powered by either two AA batteries or a rechargeable battery pack (purchased separately). WeDo 2.0 features a programmable SmartHub that connects to a computer or tablet via Bluetooth Low Energy, meaning that there is no longer a need to physically tether creations to a computer (as was required with the original WeDo kit). The WeDo 2.0 Software is available for desktops and tablets and is free to download. The LEGO Education WeDo 2.0 Core Set (45300) contains 280 pieces, including a motor, and tilt sensor, and motion sensor. WeDo 2.0 was released at the beginning of 2016. The original WeDo set was released in 2009. LEGO WeDo is a robotics kit designed for younger students.
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