Students will explore biomimicry, mechanical engineering, and introductory robotics as they build and program a motorised reptilian robot. The Bionic Reptilian Robot STEM Kit reinforces key STEM concepts including gear systems, torque, and sequential logic. By constructing a lizard-inspired model that moves like a real reptile, learners gain hands-on understanding of how living organisms influence modern engineering design. The kit also encourages problem-solving, iterative testing, and collaborative project management.
Designed for students in Years 5–8, this kit aligns with subject areas including Science, Design and Technologies, and Digital Technologies. It is particularly suited for STEM elective units, cross-curricular projects, and extension activities. The building and coding tasks are scaffolded to support a range of abilities, making it effective for both classroom instruction and independent enrichment.
Digital Technologies: Years 5–6 – Define problems in terms of functional requirements (ACTDIP017); Design a user interface for a digital system (ACTDIP018). Years 7–8 – Design algorithms represented diagrammatically and in structured English (ACTDIP029); Implement and modify programs with user input and branching (ACTDIP030).
Science: Years 5–6 – Forces can be exerted by one object on another (ACSSU117); Scientific knowledge is used to solve problems and inform personal and community decisions (ACSHE083). Years 7–8 – Change to an object’s motion is caused by unbalanced forces (ACSSU117); Science and technology contribute to finding solutions to contemporary issues (ACSHE120).
STEM F-10: This kit directly supports the STEM capability areas of Systems Thinking, Design Thinking, and Computational Thinking, with applied learning in engineering principles and digital systems.
This kit uses a block-based coding platform compatible with Scratch and MakeCode, allowing students to program the robot’s movements, sensors, and behaviours without prior coding experience. A free web-based editor is available, and no additional software downloads are required. The platform is intuitive and supports visual programming, making it accessible for beginners while offering depth for more advanced users.
Each Bionic Reptilian Robot STEM Kit contains: pre-cut mechanical parts (body, limbs, and tail), a high-torque micro servo motor, a battery holder with leads, a microcontroller board with built-in Bluetooth, a USB programming cable, screws and assembly tools, a step-by-step illustrated instruction booklet, and a coding guide with sample programs. All components are reusable and designed for multiple build-and-rebuild cycles.
Each kit is intended for individual or pair work. A minimum of one device (laptop, Chromebook, or tablet with internet access) per kit is required for programming. No specialised lab equipment is needed. Assembly takes approximately 45–60 minutes, with additional time for coding and testing. The kit is robust enough for repeated classroom use and stores neatly in the provided box. Teachers should allow for a clear workspace and access to a screwdriver (included).
All Stemology products come with a 12-month warranty covering manufacturing defects and component failure under normal classroom use. For technical support, curriculum advice, or warranty claims, contact our team at admin@stemology.com.au. We aim to respond within 24 hours during business terms.
We offer tiered bulk pricing for orders of 10 or more kits, with additional discounts for class sets (20+). Purchase orders from Australian schools and educational institutions are accepted. To request a quote or place a bulk order, please email admin@stemology.com.au with your school name, delivery postcode, and quantity required. We can also provide customised bundles for STEM programs and curriculum-aligned projects.