The Winky robot: An educational tool in line with the French national education curriculum (cycles 1 and 2), ideal for introducing children (aged 5-12) to STEM programming. Designed for elementary school, colleges, families and institutions.

Created in France in 2017, in collaboration with École Polytechnique, Winky is an educational robot designed to introduce students in cycles 2 and 3 to robotics, programming, and science through fun exercises. It perfectly aligns with the objectives of the French national curriculum, offering an innovative and interactive support for modern education.

Product Highlights:

• Aligned with the French national curriculum: Winky supports students in acquiring the skills required for cycles 2 and 3, meeting curriculum expectations.
• Designed in France in collaboration with École Polytechnique, Winky meets the highest quality standards (FCC) and European norms (CE).
• Specific educational applications: Stimulates scientific curiosity and introduces the basics of robotics and programming.
• Easy to use: Designed for teachers and children with comprehensive support (tutorials, interactive applications).

Target Audience:

• Primary schools
• Educational institutions and youth associations
• Teachers and specialized educators

Kit Contents:

• 1 Winky robot
• 1 micro-USB charging cable
• 1 quick start guide
• Winky Code app on Google Play and Apple Store via a tablet or smartphone (not included, Android version 9 minimum or iOS version 12 minimum)
• Vittascience programming interface
• Technical and educational support

Technical Specifications:

• Dimensions: 15 cm in height x 12 cm in diameter
• Weight: 1 kg
• Material: Durable, BPA-free ABS plastic, shock-resistant
• Color: White with colored parts (purple, blue, yellow, and red)
• Power supply: Rechargeable battery via micro-USB
• Battery life: Up to 8 hours of continuous use
• Charging time: 1.5 hours for a full charge
• Compatibility: Android and iOS (via the dedicated "Winky Code" app)
• Interactive LED screen: Expressive display of emotions and animations
• Connectivity: Bluetooth 4.2 for synchronization with tablet or smartphone

Sensors:

• Motion sensor (accelerometer)
• Infrared proximity sensor
• Touch sensor on the head
• Light sensor for interaction detection

Winky Robot Product Description:

The Winky robot is an innovative educational tool designed for primary schools. It perfectly aligns with the objectives of the French national curriculum, offering a fun and interactive support for learning the basics of robotics and programming, developing logic, and stimulating student creativity. Suitable for children aged 6 and up, Winky introduces key concepts such as problem-solving, scientific exploration, and understanding technological mechanisms. It allows teachers to diversify educational activities through its tailored educational applications designed to meet curriculum requirements.

- For more information: www.heywinky.com/fr
- Contact us: amanda.ferreira@mainbot.me - +336 25 25 93 18
- Customer service: Customer Service

Winky Code Application:

Winky and its application "Winky Code" help children develop their programming and robotics skills. They learn to code by completing various challenges and can then play without a tablet. Winky’s sensors and effectors allow it to interact with children and their environment.

The numerous included challenges offer children practical applications and diverse games. The originality and variety of the activities keep them eager to keep progressing with Winky. Each challenge includes 3 levels divided into 10 to 15 steps.

Vittascience Programming Platform:

Designed in collaboration with Vittascience, the Winky blockly programming platform for teachers and students allows access to Winky in virtual format. Interfaces are provided to easily program all of Winky's sensors and effectors, see the result immediately on a 3D simulator, and then execute the program on the robot itself. Students can practice on the simulator before testing the programming on the robot, facilitating teacher supervision and reducing the number of robots needed per class.

Price and Sales Conditions:

Indicative price: Winky robot starting at 139€ (original price 249.90€) (price adjusted based on the quantities and options chosen by educational institutions), Winky Code app included.
Academic offer: Preferential rates for public institutions and student group packages.
Warranty: 2 years (parts and labor).

Teaching Advantages:

• Aligned with the national curriculum: seamlessly integrates into subjects related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
• Accessibility: Designed for use from age 6 up to cycle 3, with educational content tailored for each age group.
• Modularity: Provides a personalized and continuous educational progression throughout school cycles.
• Durable and robust: Built with resistant materials for daily classroom use.
• Safety: Made of safe materials, designed to comply with CE safety standards for children.

Educational Features:

Programming:
Children can learn the basics of robotics and programming through a simple interface adapted to cycle 2 and 3 age levels. They create basic algorithms to make Winky move, react to events, or trigger animations through simple, fun exercises.

Exploration and Learning:
Winky offers games and activities that encourage language development, creativity, and scientific exploration, directly tied to primary school objectives. The robot guides students in activities related to logic, problem-solving, and introductory technology.

Winky Applications:

• Winky Code Application: Intuitive interface for programming actions.
• Educational Games: Interactive activities for learning mathematics, reading, and science.
• Additional Application: The "Winky Play" app, included for free as an educational supplement, lets children discover Winky, its sensors, and effectors through fun and engaging games.

Customizable: Teachers can adapt Winky's activities according to their students’ needs, with custom scenarios to meet specific educational objectives.