Program Overview
Personalized attention
Learn Robotics at your own pace with a teacher focused only on you
Teacher-led sessions
Real-time interaction and feedback with a dedicated teacher
60 minutes per session
Deep-dive into topics with focused 60-minute sessions
8-12 age group
Tailored for curious learners in the 8-12 age group
What’s Included
150 Interactive lessons
Built to engage
English
language instruction
Lifetime access
to course materials
Certificate
is awarded upon completion
Activity Overview
Grades 3 to 6
Intermediate
Kids learn how robots “see,” control things remotely, and take part in a friendly competition judged by experts.
Learning Goals
- Teaching robots to recognize things, sending data wirelessly, and safety
- Prepares kids for future tech and ethical thinking
- Kids get to join exciting challenges and learn by doing
- Evaluate ethics and safety in autonomous robot operation
Lessons
Pre-Kit Module
Welcome to Robotics
This session introduces students to Robotics & makes them understand how hardware & software can be connected. This is accomplished with the help of a maze game. (Involves Teacher's kit).
Ping-Pong
In this session, we are making a ping-pong game on pictoblox, wherein the paddle can be controlled with tactile buttons. (Involves Teacher's kit).
Tom and Jerry
In this session, we are making the student recall well all the coding fundamentals. This will be accomplished by making a tom & jerry chasing game.(Involves Teacher's kit).
Robotics Foundation
Tokyo Drift
This session inculcates assembling the robot in horizontal mode, playing the pre-built firmware and additional driving controls. This session makes the student understand controlling the robot remotely & controlling the motor to drive the robot in different directions.
Roll 'n' Race
In this session, the student learns how to involve hardware to control sprites. This is accomplished by making a 2 player game wherein student will also get introduced to tactile buttons.
Think it, Lit it
In this session, we are making the student develop different customized moving animations on 7 x 5 led display.
The Discotheque
In this session, we are introducing touch sensors & it's response to the student. This is accomplished by making a robo piano that plays different musical notes on touch.
Fundamentals of AI & ML
Mirror mirror on the wall
This session introduces the student to Artificial Intelligence, uses of AI & applications of AI. The student explores face detection extension in this session & makes robot mimic human expressions.
Fruit Ninja
This session makes the student familiar with the video sensing application of AI. Here, the student makes a fruit ninja game which can be played by video sensing controls.
Treasure Hunt
Kit is programmed to detect text, read aloud & act according..
Global Weather Station
This session introduces student to the speech recognition application of AI. Here the quarky acts like Alexa & it detects human speech. On speech recognition, it fetches & displays weather data.
AI & ML for Robots
Trace the path
In this session, the student learns to calibrate IR sensors to detect colors & then based on the response of the IR sensor controls robotic movement. Finally, cumulating all the concepts to make a line-following robot.
Get the pizza!
In this session, the student develops an autonomous driving pizza delivery bot. Here, the robot drives itself to the pizza store automatically with the help of card & road sign detection.
Follow me
In this session, the student develops a robot that follows human body movements. This session gives an idea about gesture-controlled robots by making the student develop a hand-movement-controlled car.
AI Assistance Bot
In this session, the student is made to develop an assistance bot that recognizes the human's speech commands & accordingly recognizes the destination, thereby driving automatically to that location.
Functional Robotics
Sweeping Bot
This project introduces student to actuators & their applications in real life. This session covers the concepts of servo motor, it's calibration & operation. This is accomplished by making a sweeping bot
Tilt & Move
This project introduces student to the concept of accelerometers. It takes into application the accelerometer of the mobile phone & thereby moving the robot based on mobile tilt.
Check the edge
This project introduces student to Ultrasonic sensor, it's connections & working. This is accomplished by making an automated edge detector robot.
Smart Dustbin-1
This project brings in the real-world applications of robotics, by making an Ultrasonic sensor based smart dustbin; featuring automated lid open/close & garbage level detection
Physical Computing
My first circuit 1
This activity aims to introduce the basics of electronics: Electric Current, Voltage & Resistance, Closed & Open circuits. This involves making a simple circuit on tinkercad.
My first circuit 2
This activity introduces the student to circuit building on the breadboard. This is accomplished by making the first circuit on breadboard using Quarky, LED, Resistor & Push Button.
Dimmer
This project involves making a LED dimmer using a potentiometer by applying the concepts of Ohm's law.
Series 'n' Parallel
This project involves making a series resistor circuit & a parallel resistor circuit; thereby observing the difference between them & understanding how the series & parallel connection affects the resultant output.
Interactive Mechatronics
Autonomous obstacle avoider
In this activity student learns to develop an auto drive robot that detects obstacles & accordingly moves by finding the clear path.
Knock, knock! Who's there?
The aim of this session is to develop an automated door bell system replicating the CCTV camera function
Water Level Indicator
In this session, the student is made to understand water management by building a water level indicator.
Light Chaser
This session aims to build a light-following robot by using the Light Dependent Resistor(LDR).
Internet of Things
Gateway to Internet of Things
This session aims to introduce the basic concepts of IoT, IoT cloud platforms & integration of IoT cloud platform with Quarky. Here the student develops a cloud-controlled light system.
Let's Build the IoT House - Part 1
This session aims to gain knowledge of various sensors that can be used to collect the data from the surroundings in IoT systems. Here, the student assembles the sensors to the IoT house.
Let's Build the IoT House - Part 2
This session aims to gain knowledge of various sensors that can be used to collect the data from the surroundings in IoT systems. Here, the student assembles the DC motor, propellor, servo motor-gear based door mechanism.
Let's Build the IoT House - Part 3
The aim of this session is to complete the assembling of IoT House and learn connecting the expansion board to Quarky.
Sensory Systems
Open Sesame
This session aims to build the automated door using IR sensor and servo motor.
IoT Light-Bright Log
This project aims to build Iot based Light Intensity Monitoring system using a LDR (light dependent resistor) and Thingspeak IoT cloud, where Light Intensity data can be send on IoT cloud at regular intervals.
Gas Gauge
The aim of this session is to make student understand connections of MQ-2 gas sensor & develop IoT based gas leakage alarm.
Plant Health Check
This session aims to monitor soil moisture sensor data on thingspeak IoT data monitoring platform & thereby showing the plant owner whether the plant needs to be watered or not.
Home Automation
ML Gate
This session makes the student build an IoT-based smart door system, inculcating the concepts of Machine Learning. This smart door system would inform the owner of the house about the person waiting at the house gate & the user can open the door over the cloud controlled IoT platform.
Let's control the Ambience
This session aims to control the ambience of the IOT house by changing the lightning of the house according to user’s preference.
PPM Analayzer
The project demonstrates how to interface the gas sensor to the Quarky and get the PPM reading. This is accomplished by creating an air pollution monitoring system on Adafruit IO.
Smart Fan
This session aims to build the automated fan control system using Temperature & Humidity Sensor and DC motor.
Parental Guidance
This program is best suited for kids aged 7 years and above. Younger kids will need significant adult assistance as coders are required to manage technical issues that may arise during class.
Ratings & Reviews
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My son has truly enjoyed the Robotics course, especially working with the 3-6 Certification RoboPremier Pack. The hands-on projects, like training vision models for sorting recycla... read more
HS
Participating in the Robotics class has been an adventure! Creating IoT dashboards and learning about famous robotics case studies was enlightening, and the final hackathon was a t... read more
EJ
I appreciated how this Robotics program engaged my daughter with real-world applications. Learning to attach Bluetooth modules for telemetry while working on group projects made su... read more
OB
The Robotics course has challenged me in amazing ways. Studying the ethics of autonomous robots while building prototypes gave me a new perspective on technology....
LM
I've loved diving into Robotics, especially the project where we built and deployed machine-vision models. The hackathon was the highlight of the semester!...
NN
As a parent, I am impressed by the hands-on experience my child gained from the Robotics program. They love sorting recyclables with their robot, and the live dashboards are a fant... read more
TM
The Robotics class was a deep dive into technology. I particularly enjoyed the part about building IoT dashboards and presenting them to mentors during the hackathon....
FA
My daughter has developed a passion for Robotics through this course. The experiential aspect of training vision models has helped her learn new skills she truly enjoys....
JW
This Robotics program taught me so much! I loved applying the engineering design cycle and figuring out how to deploy the robots with different sensors....
MT
The Robotics class has been a wonderful experience. I especially loved sorting recyclables, as it felt like we were really making a difference while learning!...
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Frequently Asked Questions
What age group are BrightCHAMPS courses designed for?
All our programs and courses are designed for children aged 6-16 years, with structured learning paths tailored to their age and skill level. We recommend at least two sessions (1 hour each) per week for the best learning experience for this age group.
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Can I get the recording of the classes for my child?
To ensure student privacy, we do not provide recordings. However, detailed class notes, projects and activities are shared after each session for kids to revise at their own pace.
Is there any homework or outside practice required?
While there’s no mandatory homework, we do encourage optional practice tasks, projects or games that reinforce class concepts which help your child apply their learning in a fun and engaging way.
How will Harvard help in my child’s journey with BrightCHAMPS?
Through our partnership with Harvard Business Publishing Education, we integrate Harvard ManageMentor® courses into our curriculum, providing kids with interactive online access.
How are BrightCHAMPS classes conducted?
Our classes are conducted live on BrightCHAMPS' platform, where students engage with teachers in real time. We offer one-on-one sessions to ensure every student gets personalized attention and learning experience.
What devices or softwares are needed for classes?
A basic laptop or desktop with internet access is perfect. Classes typically run on Zoom. We’ll guide you with any other platform setup instructions (if required) before the course begins!
Does my child need prior experience in these courses or any other subjects?
No prior experience is required for any of our programs. Our curriculum is designed to accommodate both beginners and advanced learners, with structured lesson plans.
Can I reschedule or cancel classes, if needed?
We offer flexible scheduling of classes. You can reschedule or cancel classes 2 hours before the session based on availability and learning preferences through the Student Dashboard.
What age group are BrightCHAMPS courses designed for?
All our programs and courses are designed for children aged 6-16 years, with structured learning paths tailored to their age and skill level. We recommend at least two sessions (1 hour each) per week for the best learning experience for this age group.
How is my child’s data and privacy protected?
BrightCHAMPS strictly follows Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) guidelines. We do not collect more data than necessary. Our systems and staff are trained to ensure a safe and private learning space.
Can I get the recording of the classes for my child?
To ensure student privacy, we do not provide recordings. However, detailed class notes, projects and activities are shared after each session for kids to revise at their own pace.
Is there any homework or outside practice required?
While there’s no mandatory homework, we do encourage optional practice tasks, projects or games that reinforce class concepts which help your child apply their learning in a fun and engaging way.
How will Harvard help in my child’s journey with BrightCHAMPS?
Through our partnership with Harvard Business Publishing Education, we integrate Harvard ManageMentor® courses into our curriculum, providing kids with interactive online access.
How are BrightCHAMPS classes conducted?
Our classes are conducted live on BrightCHAMPS' platform, where students engage with teachers in real time. We offer one-on-one sessions to ensure every student gets personalized attention and learning experience.
What devices or softwares are needed for classes?
A basic laptop or desktop with internet access is perfect. Classes typically run on Zoom. We’ll guide you with any other platform setup instructions (if required) before the course begins!
Does my child need prior experience in these courses or any other subjects?
No prior experience is required for any of our programs. Our curriculum is designed to accommodate both beginners and advanced learners, with structured lesson plans.
Can I reschedule or cancel classes, if needed?
We offer flexible scheduling of classes. You can reschedule or cancel classes 2 hours before the session based on availability and learning preferences through the Student Dashboard.