Blockly for Dash & Dot robots

Blockly for Dash & Dot robots

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Blockly for Dash & Dot robots: Empower Your Child to Code Through Play

The ultimate visual programming companion for your Dash and Dot robots. Transform screen time into a hands-on STEM adventure where kids ages 6 and up master logic, sequencing, and problem-solving through creative play.

Publisher

WONDER WORKSHOP, INC.

Category

Education

Downloads

1M+

User Rating

4.0/5

Total Ratings

500

Locales

1

Coding Made Visual

Discover the interface used by 1M+ users.

Blockly app interface for Dash and Dot robots featuring block-based coding and robot characters.

Blockly app interface for Dash and Dot robots featuring block-based coding and robot characters.

The puzzles progression screen in the Blockly app showing thirteen completed levels

The puzzles progression screen in the Blockly app showing thirteen completed levels

A visual block-based programming workspace in the Blockly for Dash and Dot robots app showing a sequence of coding commands.

A visual block-based programming workspace in the Blockly for Dash and Dot robots app showing a sequence of coding commands.

A visual programming interface in the Blockly app for Dash and Dot robots showing drag and drop code blocks and a numeric keypad for setting variables.

A visual programming interface in the Blockly app for Dash and Dot robots showing drag and drop code blocks and a numeric keypad for setting variables.

A popup window in the Blockly app for Dash and Dot robots describing the Nosy Robot coding challenge

A popup window in the Blockly app for Dash and Dot robots describing the Nosy Robot coding challenge

The Blockly app interface showing a visual programming workspace for Dash and Dot robots with a 3D simulation.

The Blockly app interface showing a visual programming workspace for Dash and Dot robots with a 3D simulation.

Bring Your Robots to Life with Code

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 1M+ users.

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Intuitive Drag-and-Drop Coding

Master complex logic by snapping together command blocks like puzzle pieces, making programming accessible and frustration-free for kids ages 6 and up.

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Real-World Physical Interaction

Experience the magic of 'phygital' play as your code makes Dash and Dot move, dance, and detect obstacles right on your living room floor.

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Gamified Learning Path

Unlock new skills through dozens of guided challenges and puzzles designed to teach sequencing, loops, and variables through self-directed discovery.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 1M+ people who love this app.

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"I love that my 8-year-old is actually learning logic and problem-solving instead of just watching videos. Watching her face light up when Dash follows her custom code for the first time was incredible—it is the best way to introduce STEM through play."

Sarah Jenkins
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"Blockly is a game-changer for my elementary classroom. The drag-and-drop interface is so intuitive that my students can dive right into coding challenges without frustration. It turns abstract concepts into physical reality, making lessons truly stick."

David Chen

About the app

Everything you need to know about Blockly for Dash & Dot robots.

Description

PLEASE NOTE: This app requires a Wonder Workshop robot (Dash or Dot) to play. To find out more, please visit our website: https://www.makewonder.com. This app is FREE to play. Blockly is a visual drag-and-drop programming tool developed by Google that allows children to snap together commands like puzzle pieces. This app includes dozes of coding challenges for kids to tackle. They can also invent their own creations using Blockly to program Dash & Dot! Learn concepts like sequencing, events, loops, algorithms, operations, and variables through self-directed play and guided challenges. A series of puzzles teach the concepts of coding through playful storylines, allowing kids to learn and explore all on their own. Kids can confidently embark on their own coding adventures with their newfound knowledge, a dash of creativity, and robot buddy - Dash. For ages 6 and up. As seen on the New York Times, USA TODAY, WIRED, Engadget, BBC, and more. “Thoroughly absorbing.” - New York Times “Both kids begged me to take out the robots and start playing with them again.” - Business Insider “Wonder Workshop's notion that kids need to learn twenty-first century skills (and can have fun doing it) flips the industry paradigm on its head, putting kids first.” - James Oppenheim "They are designed to encourage kids to explore and be curious while also learning problem solving." - VentureBeat HOW TO PLAY - Connect Dash and/or Dot to the Blockly app using Bluetooth Smart/4 - Start with a sample project or start your own projects from scratch - Navigate Dash through a maze or around the room, using object detection to avoid walls - Dash knows when it's being picked up and moved. Program Dash to sound the alarm when there is a disturbance! - Program Dash to do synchronized dance moves with lights, motion, and sounds If you have any questions or suggestions, we would love to hear from you! Contact us at any time at https://help.makewonder.com. ABOUT WONDER WORKSHOP Wonder Workshop, an award-winning creator of educational toys and applications for children, was founded in 2012 by three parents on a mission to make learning to code meaningful and fun for children. Through open-ended play and learning experiences, we hope to instill a sense of wonder while helping kids develop their creative problem solving skills. We play test with children throughout our product and app development process to make sure our experiences are frustration free and fun. Wonder Workshop takes children's privacy very seriously. Our apps do not include any third-party advertising or collect any personal information. For more details, please see our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Privacy Policy: https://www.makewonder.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://www.makewonder.com/TOS Make Wonder: https://www.makewonder.com/make-wonder

Latest Version

5.0.7

Size

142.4 MB

First Released

Nov 17, 2014

Ready to Bring Dash & Dot to Life?

Join over 1 million young creators. Download the free Blockly app today and transform screen time into a hands-on coding adventure for your child.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Blockly for Dash & Dot robots

What is the Blockly app for Dash & Dot robots?

Blockly for Dash & Dot robots is a visual drag-and-drop programming tool by Google. It enables children to program Wonder Workshop's Dash & Dot robots using puzzle-like commands.

Is a robot required to use the Blockly for Dash & Dot robots app?

Yes, the Blockly for Dash & Dot robots app requires a Wonder Workshop robot (Dash or Dot) to function. The app connects to these robots via Bluetooth Smart/4 for interactive programming.

What is the price of the Blockly for Dash & Dot robots app?

The Blockly for Dash & Dot robots app is free to play. It does not contain any in-app purchases or third-party advertising.

What coding skills can children learn with Blockly for Dash & Dot robots?

Blockly for Dash & Dot robots teaches essential coding concepts such as sequencing, events, loops, algorithms, operations, and variables. Learning occurs through self-directed play and guided programming challenges.

What is the recommended age for the Blockly for Dash & Dot robots app?

The Blockly for Dash & Dot robots app is recommended for children ages 6 and up. It provides an engaging and frustration-free environment for learning coding.

How does Blockly for Dash & Dot robots protect children's privacy?

The Blockly for Dash & Dot robots app protects children's privacy by not collecting any personal information. It also does not include any third-party advertising.

Can users create custom programs in Blockly for Dash & Dot robots?

Yes, users can invent their own creations using Blockly to program Dash & Dot robots. The app supports starting new projects from scratch or modifying sample projects.

Does Blockly for Dash & Dot robots offer coding challenges?

Yes, Blockly for Dash & Dot robots offers dozens of coding challenges for children. These challenges feature playful storylines and puzzles to teach coding concepts effectively.

What are some robot actions users can program with Blockly for Dash & Dot robots?

Users can program Dash & Dot robots to navigate mazes, detect objects to avoid walls, sound an alarm when moved, and perform synchronized dance moves with lights, motion, and sounds.