The iRobot Root® Lite Class Pack (6-Pack) is a hands-on STEM and coding solution designed for classrooms, makerspaces, and robotics programs. Featuring six Root® Lite (rt0) coding robots, this bundle enables students to explore programming through interactive activities like drawing, music, movement, and real-world problem solving.
Built for beginner through intermediate learners, the Root® Lite uses a progressive coding platform that evolves from graphical block coding to hybrid and full-text programming, including Python. Designed for horizontal surface use, this classroom pack is ideal for collaborative group learning and scalable STEM instruction.
🤖 Key Features
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6-Robot Classroom Pack: Perfect for small group learning (2–4 students per robot).
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Beginner-Friendly Robotics: Designed for early coding learners with intuitive controls and interactive feedback.
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3 Coding Levels: Graphical, hybrid, and full-text coding including Python pathways.
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Draw & Create: Built-in marker holder enables students to program robots to draw shapes, patterns, and designs.
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Interactive Sensors: Over 20 onboard sensors allow robots to respond to touch, light, movement, and obstacles.
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LED Lights & Sound: Code visual effects and musical outputs for engaging, multi-sensory learning.
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Bluetooth® Connectivity: Connects easily to classroom devices using BLE technology.
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Creative STEM Learning: Combines coding with art, music, and problem-solving activities.
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Designed for Shared Environments: Ideal for classroom rotations, coding stations, and group work.
📦 What’s Included
- 6 × Root® Lite (rt0) Coding Robots
- 6 × Fold-out whiteboard grids
- 6 × Dry erase markers
- 6 × Microfiber cleaning cloths
- 6 × Vinyl cling sticker sheets
- 6 × USB charging cables
- Printable Learning Level 1 curriculum guide
- 1-Year premium educator content subscription (up to 6 devices)
🧠 Coding & Learning Experience
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Graphical Coding: Drag-and-drop blocks for beginner learners with no reading required
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Hybrid Coding: Combines visual blocks with text-based elements
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Full-Text Coding: Supports structured programming including Python
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Simulation + Real Robot: Practice coding virtually, then apply to physical robots
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Creative Exploration: Integrates art, music, and robotics into coding lessons
🏫 Classroom Benefits
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Collaborative Learning: Designed for small group instruction and shared device environments
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Scalable STEM Programs: Ideal for classrooms, labs, and district-wide implementation
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Differentiated Instruction: Supports multiple skill levels in one classroom
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Cross-Curricular Integration: Combines STEM, STEAM, math, science, and creative learning
🔌 Device Compatibility
Works with Bluetooth®-enabled devices using the iRobot Coding platform:
- Chromebooks and school laptops
- Windows and macOS computers
- iPads, iPhones, and Android tablets
- Browser-based coding via code.irobot.com
📦 Technical Specifications
| Feature |
Details |
| Model |
4757613 Root® Lite Class Pack |
| Robot Type |
Root® Lite rt0 Coding Robot |
| Pack Size |
6 robots |
| Connectivity |
Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE) |
| Battery |
Rechargeable 2600 mAh Lithium-Ion |
| Charge Time |
~2 hours |
| Runtime |
Up to ~2 hours continuous use |
| Sensors |
Capacitive touch zones, bump sensors, light sensors, wheel encoders, gyroscope, accelerometer |
| Outputs |
Drive motors, multi-color LEDs, speaker, marker lift mechanism |
| Interactive Features |
Drive, draw, glow, play music, respond to touch and environment |
| Coding Levels |
Graphical, Hybrid, Full-Text (Python) |
| Recommended Use |
Classrooms, STEM labs, coding programs, makerspaces |
🚀 What Students Can Do
- Program robots to move, turn, and navigate environments
- Create drawings, shapes, and patterns
- Build music and sound-based coding projects
- Use sensors to respond to touch, light, and obstacles
- Explore real-world coding applications and logic
📚 Ideal For
- Elementary and middle school STEM classrooms
- Coding and robotics programs
- Makerspaces and innovation labs
- After-school enrichment programs
- School and district technology initiatives
Looking to build a scalable STEM program? The Root® Lite Class Pack provides an affordable, flexible entry point into classroom robotics, enabling hands-on coding experiences for multiple student groups.
Please note: Root® Lite (rt0) robots are designed for horizontal surface use only and do not include magnetic climbing or erasing features found in the rt1 model.