Bristlebots! Make One Today! Lessons for K-12 Attached

Bristlebots! Make One Today! Lessons for K-12 Attached

Posted by Joshua -- Brown Dog Gadgets on 29th May 2024

Introduction

Bristlebots are great projects for kids of all ages. They're simple to create, fun to play with, and great learning tools for STEM classes. This guide will show you how to make your bot in minutes. Be sure to check out our leveled lesson plans and directions. Remember to check out the PDFs listed at the end of this guide. We have lesson plans for all grade levels.

Overview

Create your zippy bot in minutes with this fun-filled electronics kit!

Bristlebots are a fun way to learn about basic engineering, motors, circuits, and principles of balance. Creating a bot is simple: Attach the parts to the toothbrush head and watch them go. You can change the way they move and behave by adjusting the balance and pipe cleaners. Bristlebots are a great rainy-day activity or a fun way to spice up a classroom activity.

Every Bristlebot Kit contains all the essential components for building your bot. Creating a bot takes 5-10 minutes, and the provided battery can power it for 2 hours. While Bristlebots are not designed for disassembly and reuse, specific components may be reused separately.

Due to the small parts, including coin-cell batteries, we recommend Bristlebots for anyone ages 10 and up. Individual parts and components are also available for sale.

Also Read: Fischertechnik Models: A Teacher's Guide to Igniting a Passion for STEM Automation


Warning: The set contains small components and batteries that can cause choking. It is not meant for children younger than 10.

Step 1 Add Tape

    Peel back one side of the tape and place it on the toothbrush head.
    • Next, remove the top layer of tape.

  1. Step 2 Add Motor

    Place the motor on top of the tape.

    • Put the motor on the lid of the tape.
    • Ensure the rotating head is dangling off the end of the tape and can move voluntarily.

  2. Step 3 Place Wires

    Place one wire in the middle of the tape.

    • Place one wire in the middle of the tape.
    • Place the battery on top of the wire.
    • Test your motor by touching the second wire to the top of the battery.

  3. Step 4 Prepare Pipe Cleaners

    If your Bristlebot came with one long pipe cleaner you'll need to cut it into four pieces so they are the proper length.

    • If your Bristlebot comes with one long pipe cleaner, you'll need to cut it into four pieces so they are the proper length.
    • You can easily cut the pipe cleaner with scissors.

  4. Step 5 Add Pipe Cleaners

    Place one pipe cleaner between the bristles on the bottom of the brush.

    • Place one pipe cleaner between the bristles on the bottom of the brush.
    • Place the second pipe cleaner on the brush, ensuring your motor wire can move freely.
    • Twist the two pipe cleaners together and bend towards the table to help stabilize your brush to stand up on the bristles without falling over.

  5. Step 6 Add Eyes

    Peel off the protective layer on the eyes.

    • Peel off the protective layer on the eyes.
    • Stick your eyes to Bristlebot.

  6. Step 7 On/Off

    Press the free floating wire to the side of the battery to get it to stay in place.


      • Press the free-floating wire to the side of the battery to keep it in place.
      • You can also use a small tape or sticker to keep the wire down.
      • Move the second wire away (or peel away tape) to "turn off" the bot.

Attached Documents

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Need a Kit?
 Britslebot - 25 Pack (geyerinstructional.com)

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