{"product_id":"lego-education-computer-science-ai-kit-11","title":"LEGO Education Computer Science \u0026 AI Kit 11+","description":"\u003cp\u003eClassroom-ready, curriculum-aligned Computer Science \u0026amp; AI kits, designed to drive outcomes through hands-on learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rich learning solution that blends hands-on building with meaningful coding and safe artificial intelligence experiences for Years 6 onwards (ages 11+). With 30 ready-to-use lessons spread across six units, this kit invites learners to explore real computer science ideas like loops, conditionals, variables and functions, and then take those ideas further with age-appropriate AI and data activities. Each session is designed to fit within a typical class period, helping learners build confidence and curiosity through collaboration and creative problem solving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit combines physical LEGO® building with intuitive block- and word-based coding using the LEGO® Education Coding Canvas. Lessons are accessed with a simple PIN — no student logins or passwords — and all project work is saved locally to prioritise privacy. A free Teacher Portal with presentations and facilitation notes means you’ll always have support to guide learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEducational benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages deeper logical thinking and computational skills as learners build, test and modify coded programs in pairs or small groups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduces advanced programming concepts like variables, loops and conditionals in ways that connect physical models to digital actions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilds understanding of safe and practical AI concepts through creative challenges using colour sensors and coding logic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports effective collaboration and communication as learners work together to solve design challenges and debug their projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassroom \u0026amp; play activity ideas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHost a “Code \u0026amp; 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