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Library of Things
HDL's Library of Things contains all kinds of items to help you connect, discover, and create.
To check out an item from the library of things you'll need to:
- Be 18 years of age or older with a HDL card in good standing
- Accept the terms and conditions of the HDL Things borrowing agreement signed at the time of checkout
- Checkout no more than three Library of Things items at a time
Sphero SPRK+
Contents
- Sphero SPRK+
- Charging Base
- Micro USB Cord
- Protractor
- Quick Start Card
- Carrying Case
Overview
The Sphero SPRK+ is an educational robot that can be used to practice beginner and intermediate coding or just play. Program routes and watch the robot roll or just drive it using one of two free Sphero apps. To use the Sphero SPRK+, you will need to download either Sphero Play or Sphero Edu, available from the Apple App Store, Mac App Store, Google Play, Chrome Web Store, App Store, and Microsoft Store.
System Requirements
- Standard USB port (for charging)
- Bluetooth connection
- Android 6 or later
- OSX 9 or later
- Fire HDX 8.9, Fire HD 6, 7, 8, 10
Documentation & Resources
- Sphero SPRK+ User Manual (English)
- Sphero SPRK+ Learning Activities
HDL Print & Digital Library Resources
Check out the Learning to Code Topic Guide to start your search for HDL’s coding and robotics resources.
Internet Resources
- FREE Intro to Coding Workshop – Grand Circus
- Code.org
- freeCodeCamp.org
- Code Academy
- 14 Great Ways to Teach Yourself to Code – Lifehacker
- CodinGame (Gaming)
- The Odin Project (Web Development)
- CS50 – Introduction to Computer Science YouTube Channel
General Policies
This item is available for check out to HDL cardholders age 18 and older. Borrowers must sign the required Library of Things Agreement acknowledging financial responsibility for lost or damaged equipment.
