Learning Resources - Botley 2.0 the Coding Robot Activity Set

Meet Botley 2.0 — The Award-Winning Coding Robot, Now Smarter Than Ever

Botley the Coding Robot was already a Toy of the Year winner. Botley 2.0 takes everything that made the original great and turns it up. Kids as young as 5 can start coding sequences of up to 150 steps — completely screen-free — using colour coding, directional movement in six directions, and a built-in dark sensor that lights Botley up when the room goes dark. With 16 fun interactions, a 78-piece activity set, and the ability to transform into a train, police car, ghost, and more, Botley 2.0 is the coding robot that grows with your child from first commands to complex sequences.

What’s Included

• ✅ Botley 2.0 coding robot — with built-in dark sensor and light show capability
• ✅ 78-piece activity set — everything needed to set up coding challenges and obstacle courses right out of the box
• ✅ Remote programmer — for inputting coding sequences without a screen or app
• ✅ Activity cards and challenge cards — structured coding challenges to guide kids from first steps to longer sequences

Note: Requires 5 AAA batteries (not included).

What Botley 2.0 Can Do

• ✅ Code by colour — Botley 2.0 reads colour-coded commands, introducing kids to the logic of programming in a tangible, hands-on way
• ✅ Move in six directions — forward, back, left, right, and more, giving kids full control over Botley’s path
• ✅ Build sequences up to 150 steps — as kids’ skills grow, so does the complexity of what they can program
• ✅ 16 fun interactions — transform Botley into a train, police car, ghost, and more with different modes and personalities
• ✅ Light up in the dark — the built-in sensor detects darkness and triggers a light show, adding a wow moment to every session
• ✅ Play Botley Says — a memory game using lights and sounds that builds sequencing and recall skills
• ✅ 100% screen-free — no tablet, no phone, no app required

Good to Know Before You Buy

• Recommended age: 5+
• Brand: Learning Resources
• Award: Next generation of the Toy of the Year winning Botley the Coding Robot
• Piece count: 78-piece activity set
• Batteries: Requires 5 AAA batteries (not included)
• Screen-free: Yes — no app, tablet, or phone required
• STEM focus: Coding, sequencing, critical thinking, problem-solving

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need a phone or tablet to use Botley 2.0?

No — Botley 2.0 is 100% screen-free. Kids program Botley using the included remote programmer and colour-coded commands, with no app, tablet, or phone required. This makes it ideal for younger children and for parents who want to limit screen time while still building coding skills.

What age is Botley 2.0 suitable for?

Recommended for ages 5 and up. The screen-free, hands-on coding approach is specifically designed to be accessible for kids as young as 5, while the 150-step sequencing capability keeps it engaging for older children as their skills develop.

What is “code by colour”?

Botley 2.0 can read colour-coded commands placed on the ground, allowing kids to program a path by laying out coloured tiles rather than pressing buttons. It’s an intuitive introduction to the logic of programming — kids can see their code laid out in front of them before Botley executes it.

What are the 16 interactions?

Botley 2.0 has 16 built-in interaction modes that transform its personality and appearance — including a train, police car, ghost, and more. These modes add variety and replayability, keeping kids engaged well beyond the initial unboxing.

Is it a good gift?

Absolutely — it’s a brilliant gift for curious kids aged 5 and up, especially those who enjoy problem-solving, building, and imaginative play. The 78-piece activity set means there’s plenty to explore straight out of the box, and the award-winning pedigree (successor to the Toy of the Year winning original) gives parents confidence in the quality. A great choice for birthdays or Christmas.