{"product_id":"screen-free-programming-pack-for-mai-z","title":"Screen-Free Programming Pack for Mai-Z","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"product_title entry-title\"\u003eKitronik Screen-Free Programming Pack for Mai-Z\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn Mai-Z into a fully screen-free coding companion. Kids learn real programming logic through hands-on play, no computers, no apps, just pure creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kitronik Screen-Free Programming Pack for Mai-Z The MouseBot is an easy and engaging way for children to explore coding without ever touching a screen. Using the colourful instruction blocks, they build a sequence of movements, teach Mai-Z to read them, and then watch their robot bring the program to life. It’s simple, tactile, and instantly rewarding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the pack you’ll find 53 programming blocks, a double-sided townscape poster for imaginative routes and challenges, a screen-free board that plugs straight into Mai-Z, and a 16-page booklet packed with beginner-friendly lessons and activities. The downloadable datasheet includes everything you need to get started.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blocks follow the same colour-coding used in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/makecode.microbit.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMicrosoft MakeCode for micro:bit\u003c\/a\u003e, helping children build transferable coding skills. Blue blocks are \u003cem\u003estart\u003c\/em\u003e commands, Teal blocks handle \u003cem\u003eobstacle detection\u003c\/em\u003e, Green blocks control \u003cem\u003eforward movement\u003c\/em\u003e, Pink blocks turn Mai-Z \u003cem\u003eleft or right\u003c\/em\u003e, Purple blocks set \u003cem\u003eprecise angles\u003c\/em\u003e, and Orange blocks activate \u003cem\u003eindicators\u003c\/em\u003e and the \u003cem\u003ehorn\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully screen-free coding, ideal for reducing screen time while still building real programming skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHands-on, tactile learning that teaches sequencing, logic, and problem-solving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e53 colour-coded instruction blocks designed to mirror MakeCode concepts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple “Record and Play” system — children build a program, Mai-Z reads it, and the robot performs it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-sided townscape poster for creative routes, challenges, and storytelling play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports drawing and shape-making activities using Mai-Z’s pen holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduces loops, conditionals, angles, and movement in a child-friendly way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages independent exploration and open-ended play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for home learning, STEM\/STEAM enrichment, and early coding confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a 16-page booklet with step-by-step lessons, challenges, and example programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo computer, tablet, or app required — everything needed for screen-free coding is in the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick to set up and easy for children to use on their own\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eContents:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Set of 53 Instruction Blocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Double Sided Townscape Poster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Screen-Free PCB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 16 Page Instruction Booklet, containing sample lessons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRequires:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Mai-Z The MouseBot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eResource Links\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/mai-z-the-mousebot-line-following-tip\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA popular classroom activity for Mai-Z\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53397227503925,"sku":"56139","price":44.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1015\/6307\/2821\/files\/38edb201-56139_large-kitronik-mai-z-screen-free-programming-pack-single-unit-box.webp?v=1787781845","url":"https:\/\/shop.parallax.com\/products\/screen-free-programming-pack-for-mai-z","provider":"Parallax Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}