Celebrating Curiosity at Pittsburgh’s Robot & AI Discovery Day
At BirdBrain Technologies, we’re always looking for opportunities to connect with our community and share the joy of robotics and creative learning. That’s why we were thrilled to participate in Robot & AI Discovery Day 2025, hosted by the Pittsburgh Robotics Network. This event brought together a vibrant mix of robotics companies, educators, students, and […]
Strawbees Highly Commended for Best Primary Product at 2025 Global EdTech Awards
Eau Claire, WI – September 26, 2025 — BirdBrain Technologies is proud to announce that Strawbees, a recent addition to its STEM family of brands, was highly commended in the Best Primary Product category at the 2025 Global EdTech Awards. This recognition highlights Strawbees’ innovative approach to hands-on STEAM learning for young students. The judging […]
Big News: Strawbees Joins the BirdBrain Technologies Family!
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news: Strawbees is now part of the BirdBrain Technologies family! If you’re a fan of hands-on, creative STEM learning (and we know you are!), this is a big win for educators, students, and makers everywhere. BirdBrain Technologies has officially acquired key assets of Strawbees, the beloved modular building system […]
10 Fun & Creative Robotics Activities to Wrap Up the School Year
Originally published May 22, 2024 — Updated for 2025 As the school year winds down, it’s time to celebrate your students’ creativity, collaboration, and all the STEM skills they’ve gained. Whether you’re looking for high-energy challenges, artistic expression, or meaningful reflection, these robotics activities are the perfect way to end the year on a high […]
4 Key Strategies to Successfully Integrate Robotics into Your Classroom
Let’s dive into four key elements that can help you successfully bring robotics into your classroom. Make learning meaningful Students are more engaged when they can connect learning to something personally meaningful. Creative robotics allows them to do just that. For example, instead of an ordinary history report, students can use the Hummingbird Robotics Kit […]
From Kindergarten to Coding Pros: How BirdBrain Tools Grow with Your Students
If you’re looking for ways to bring coding and robotics into your classroom — whether you teach kindergarten or high school — you’re in the right place. At BirdBrain Technologies, we believe STEM and computer science education should be engaging, creative, and accessible for every student. That’s why we’ve designed tools that meet learners where […]
Teaching with the Finch Robot Classroom Solution: A Complete Computer Science Experience
Picture your current classroom. Now imagine your students there, excited and curious to explore coding and robotics with the Finch Robot Classroom Solution, an all-in-one package that makes computer science engaging, accessible, and hands-on. Designed for grades K-12 and the only mobile robot with scaffolded programming from kindergarten storytime to AP CSA, the Finch Robot […]
Teaching with the Hummingbird Classroom Solution: A Complete Robotics Experience
Imagine walking into your classroom, where students are buzzing with excitement, ready to build and code their own unique robots. With the Hummingbird Classroom Solution, hands-on STEM learning has never been easier to manage, engage with, and inspire. The Hummingbird Classroom Solution includes three starter projects: the Catapult, the Rover, and the Animatronics, as well […]
5 Reasons Schools are Asking for More Hands-On STEM Learning (Plus a Free Poster on STEM Careers)
In today’s rapidly evolving world, hands-on STEM learning is key to preparing students for the future. Schools are increasingly seeking out these interactive experiences because they foster problem-solving, creativity, and real-world skills. At BirdBrain Technologies, we are passionate about making hands-on STEM accessible to all learners. Founded on the belief that every student deserves a […]