STEM Project For Kids: KiwiCo Drawbot

This video tutorial guides viewers through the process of building a drawing robot using a Kiwi Co Kit. It covers the materials needed, assembling the motor, attaching Velcro and markers, and setting up the robot to draw. The tutorial emphasizes careful handling of parts and provides troubleshooting tips for ensuring the robot functions correctly.

What are the essential items needed to start building the drawing robot?

• A Kiwi Co notebook and a ruler

• A screwdriver and a hammer

• The Draw Bot kit and a pair of scissors

• A glue stick and colored pencils

What is the first step in assembling the motor?

• Pushing the red gear and peg together

• Attaching the clay to the motor

• Connecting the battery

• Inserting the markers into the robot

How should the wires be connected to the motor?

• Connect the black wire to the black wire and the red wire to the red wire

• Attach the wires to the clay

• Connect both wires to the battery

• Match the black wire with the red wire

What is the purpose of the Velcro strips in the robot assembly?

• To attach the motor to the robot body

• To secure the markers to the robot

• To decorate the robot

• To hold the battery in place

What should be done with the foam doughnuts during the assembly?

• Use them as wheels for the robot

• Use them to cover the battery

• Pop out their centers and attach them to the robot

• Stick them on the markers

What should you do if the robot falls over while drawing?

• Change the color of the markers

• Remove the battery

• Adjust the legs of the markers

• Add more clay to the motor

What is the final step before the robot starts drawing?

• Turn on the switch on the battery pack

• Turn off the battery pack

• Fold the paper

• Remove the markers