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SolarBots: 8-in-1 Solar Robot Kit

STEM
Alternative Energy
Ages 6+

Build eight robots powered entirely by the sun.

$26.95

Build unique robots powered by the sun — no batteries required! Using a compact solar panel, harness solar energy to power an electric motor across eight different bot designs. Build a drummer robot that beats a drum, an armadillo that does somersaults, a six-legged solar bug, and more. The 48-page manual guides model assembly while sharing real-world facts about solar technology. What solar-powered invention will you dream up next?

2021 The Toy Association's Construction Toy of the Year Finalist
Popular Mechanics’ 2020 Game and Toy Award

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Developed by educators and scientists
Step-by-step build instructions
Engaging illustrations throughout

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Piece Count: 194
44 page manual

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Build unique robots that are powered by the sun — batteries not required! Using a compact solar panel, these cool little bots harness energy from the sun to power an electric motor to get moving. Build a drummer robot that marches along, beating a drum; an armadillo robot that does somersaults; a solar bug that crawls on six legs, and more! The 48-page, full-color manual guides solar power pioneers through model assembly and offers fun scientific facts about the real-life applications of solar technology. What solar-powered inventions will you dream up?

NGSS Correlations

4-ESS3-1 Earth and Human Activity

Ages

6+

Experiments

8

Piece Count

194

Manual Pages

44

Product Dimensions

10 x 11 x 2.5 in.

Product Weight

1 lbs

Manual Dimensions

5.5 x 8.25 in.

Batteries Required

N/A

Country of Origin

Taiwan

Year Released

2020

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We solve engineering problems most toy companies wouldn't attempt. GeckoBot climbs glass, Gecko Run builds marble runs on walls, and the Mega Cyborg Hand, a wearable hydraulic exoskeleton, was the #1-selling science toy in the US in 2025 (Circana).

Curiosity, Engineered

We solve engineering problems most toy companies wouldn't attempt. GeckoBot climbs glass, Gecko Run builds marble runs on walls, and the Mega Cyborg Hand, a wearable hydraulic exoskeleton, was the #1-selling science toy in the US in 2025 (Circana).
Everyone's a Scientist

We turn complex science and technology into fun, hands-on experiences for kids and families. From crystal growing to advanced robotics, we make the challenging feel approachable and the approachable feel exciting.

Everyone's a Scientist

We turn complex science and technology into fun, hands-on experiences for kids and families. From crystal growing to advanced robotics, we make the challenging feel approachable and the approachable feel exciting.

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SolarBots: 8-in-1 Solar Robot Kit

Inside the manual

Additional Info

What's in the Box

Deeper Dive

NGSS Correlations

Straight from real parents

We envision a world where everyone loves to learn.

Heritage Fuels Discovery

Heritage Fuels Discovery

Curiosity, Engineered

Curiosity, Engineered

Everyone's a Scientist

Everyone's a Scientist

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SolarBots: 8-in-1 Solar Robot Kit

Inside the manual

Additional Info

What's in the Box

Deeper Dive

NGSS Correlations

Straight from real parents

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