{"product_id":"bee-bot-blue-bot-changeable-maze","title":"Bee-Bot \/ Blue-Bot Changeable Maze","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBee-Bot \/ Blue-Bot Changeable Maze\u003c\/strong\u003e is a versatile classroom resource that combines hands-on maze building with programming, problem-solving and computational thinking.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set includes a \u003cstrong\u003e75 × 75 cm maze board and 30 removable walls\u003c\/strong\u003e. The walls can be repositioned to create different pathways, allowing teachers and pupils to build a wide variety of routes and adapt activities as children's programming skills develop. These specifications are confirmed directly by TTS for the current product. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce a maze has been created, pupils can plan how Bee-Bot or Blue-Bot should travel from the starting point to a chosen destination. They must break the route into individual movements, arrange those instructions in the correct sequence and then program their robot to test their solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the robot reaches a dead end or takes the wrong turn, pupils can review their instructions and make changes. This provides a practical introduction to \u003cstrong\u003edebugging\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping children understand that programs can be tested, corrected and improved. TTS specifically identifies creating and debugging simple programs, critical thinking and problem-solving among the learning opportunities supported by the maze. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the layout is changeable, the resource can be adapted for different ability levels. Teachers can begin with simple routes containing only a few walls before introducing longer and more complex mazes as pupils become more confident.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChangeable maze design\u003c\/strong\u003e – Removable and repositionable walls allow a wide variety of routes to be created.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30 maze walls included\u003c\/strong\u003e – Plenty of pieces for creating simple or more challenging layouts. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e75 × 75 cm board\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides a dedicated space for Bee-Bot and Blue-Bot maze activities. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDevelops programming skills\u003c\/strong\u003e – Pupils create sequences of commands to navigate their robot through the maze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEncourages problem-solving\u003c\/strong\u003e – Children must plan an effective route and predict how their instructions will affect the robot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports debugging\u003c\/strong\u003e – Unsuccessful routes encourage pupils to identify errors and improve their programs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable difficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e – Change the position and number of walls to suit different levels of experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEncourages creativity\u003c\/strong\u003e – Pupils can design their own mazes and challenges for classmates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports directional language\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides opportunities to practise forwards, backwards, left, right and positional vocabulary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with Bee-Bot and Blue-Bot\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed specifically for use with TTS programmable floor robots. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClassroom Activity Ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart by creating a simple maze and ask pupils to \u003cstrong\u003eplan the route before touching Bee-Bot's controls\u003c\/strong\u003e. They can explain or record their intended sequence and then program the robot to see whether their solution works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a collaborative challenge, one group can build a maze for another group to solve. Pupils could also compare different solutions to the same maze or investigate whether they can find a route using fewer commands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 × 75 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 maze board and 30 walls\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWalls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable and repositionable\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible With:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bee-Bot and Blue-Bot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 years+\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearning Areas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coding, sequencing, algorithms, debugging, directional language, logical reasoning and problem-solving\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not suitable for children under 36 months due to small parts. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bee-Bot and Blue-Bot programmable floor robots are \u003cstrong\u003enot included\u003c\/strong\u003e and are available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bee-Bot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54777066291527,"sku":"TTS IB23","price":145.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/6028\/6791\/files\/bee-bot-stem-other-bee-bot-blue-bot-changeable-maze-sg-education-1255896023.jpg?v=1787774531","url":"https:\/\/sgeducation.ie\/products\/bee-bot-blue-bot-changeable-maze","provider":"SG Education Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}