NEWS Monoprice announced its partnership with DFRobot
DFRobot
Nov 01 2015 259734
Continuing to deliver on its promise of introducing premium technology solutions in emerging categories, Monoprice, a leading provider of high-quality and affordably priced consumer electronics and accessories, announced the debut of a new product category, Creative and Learning. This category will offer a variety of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) learning product. DFRobot is one of its partners. Customers will now have the opportunity to give their children a head start on learning scientific concepts and processes, engineering design, building and programming, rhythm and self-expression.
Creative and Learning category products will include the following solutions:
Arduino from DFRobot
- Arduino from DFRobot is launched in October
- Arduino robot building platform offers mechanical parts, electronic modules and software for children in grades 5-12 and Maker kits for kids in grades K-12
- A robot building platform offering mechanical parts, electronic modules and software
- Monoprice will offer beginner through advanced robot kits starting from $29.99
- Kits offer an in-depth, hands on experience with graphical programming and robotics, and promotes creative exploration
Ozobot Single Pack and Dual Packs
- Available now on Monoprice.com
- Single Pack retails for $49.99 and Dual Pack costs $89.99 for grades K-12
- Draw colored lines and shapes on paper and a digital screen, and the Ozobot will automatically scan and follow the commands
- Download Ozobot apps to play games and full teacher-recommended curriculum
- Offers challenges and activities or create-your-own games to share with your friends and the Ozobot community
Raspberry Pi and Maker Kits from Adafruit
- Available now on Monoprice.com
- Learn basic computer building and programming skills
- Kids can build their own Raspberry Pi mini computer to create fun and practical projects, such as a micro-powered Arcade Cabinet and Pi Game Emulator
- Maker kits allow children to build Power Banks and an LED Watch
- Raspberry Pi kits start at $99.95 for grades 9-12 and Maker kits start at $17.50 for grades 5-12
- Additional bundles with Monoprice accessories such as dongles, video adapters and HDMI cables will be available soon
Monoprice Children’s Instruments
- Available in October
- High-quality instruments allow children to learn the basics of rhythm and notes, and develop cognitive reasoning and special awareness
- Line includes a 10-instrument percussion set, eight-note handbell set, metal kazoo, rainstick and 25-key xylophone with carry box
For more information on Monoprice’s new Creative and Learning category, please visit Monoprice.com.