Thinker Thursdays is a 2 hour block where families can come into the library to access some of our Kahuku Cool Lab tech toys.

Check out the differences and similarities between various robots designed to teach computer programming to youth – Dash n Dot and Sphero.

Dash is a real robot for children ages 6 and up that is responsive to its world; your child can bring it to life with our free apps available on iOS and Android. Dash comes with hundreds of exciting coding adventures and projects available in Wonder and Blockly apps. Awards: 2015 National Parenting Gold, Time to Play Magazine 2015 Holiday Most Wanted List, Opening Minds Innovation for Schools, ISTE Best of Show for Schools.

SPRK+ is Sphero’s complete educational robot designed to teach more than just programming.

• Powered by the Sphero Edu app, you can code SPRK+ across several platforms using JavaScript.
• Easily learn programming, complete hands-on activities, and share your creations with the community.
• Programmable sensors (Motor encoders, Gyroscope, Accelerometer) and LED lights. Super durable UV coated polycarbonate shell
• Scratch-resistant. Waterproof. Inductive charging. 60-minute battery life. Connects via Bluetooth.

All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.