Robotics resources available through SPARK

Incite Creativity and Encourage Imagination iRobot Corp. has launched an education initiative called SPARK (Starter Programs for the Advancement of Robotics Knowledge). At iRobot.com, educators, parents and students can find robot-related resources to help build science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) curricula and use the wonder and genius of robots to inspire in K-12 students a curiosity and interest in these subjects. SPARK's comprehensive library of educational resources includes:

• robot-related tools, activities, events/camps and development platforms to help build STEM curricula and foster in students an appreciation and passion for STEM
• inspirational stories that demonstrate how robots are already making a meaningful difference in the classroom and community
• toys, games, crafts, projects and other cool stuff that incite creativity and encourage students to use their imagination.

SPARK also offers opportunities to sign up for live robot "Demo Days" when iRobot engineers will visit classrooms to showcase some of the latest innovations in robotic technology in a hands-on, interactive environment that exposes students to the many ways robots can act as a tool for STEM learning.