Introduction to Robotics

IEEE members are invited as observers, particularly if interested in presenting a similar workshop at their own public library. We may limit attendance to 8 observers. To register as an observer, contact bwilkes@ieee.org or text or call 516-403-7878. We intend to provide teens with programming guidance prior to the event. The workshop announcement as published in the Harborfields Public Library Newsletter available for download at https://www.harborfieldslibrary.org/newsletter

Teens Connect: Intro to Robotics for Tweens
Saturday, July 15, 2023
2:00pm – 3:30pm
iRobot3
Program Type: Teens Connect
Age Group: Teens

Allowed Grades: 7th Grade to 12th Grade

Program Description
Teens Connect
Several programs each month are focused on community service projects. Participating Teens earn community service hours.

Event Details
If you are a teen with robotics experience, we are looking for volunteers to partner with 4th and 5th grade students in a beginner robotics class. Using the iRobot’s Root and Create3 educational robots, teens will assist children in programming it to perform simple movements, sounds, and behaviors. This program will be overseen by an instructor from our local retired engineers group. Space is limited to 4 volunteers

STEAM ZONE: Intro to iRobotics for Tweens
Saturday, June 17, 2023
2:00pm – 3:30pm

Allowed Grades: 3rd Grade to 5th Grade
Program Description
Event Details
Do you want to learn how to CODE? Practice leadership, teamwork and time management skills while sharing your excitement for science and technology. Have fun programming simple commands for a new mobile robot with help from teen volunteers and an experienced instructor.

Room: Childfren’s Library Activity Room , Harborfields Public Library, 31 Broadway, Greenlawn, New York, United States, 11740