This kit does not charge, rather it operates only while in direct light. Because the solar panel is small, it can require a good amount of energy for sufficient output. We kindly recommend trying one of the following: (Outdoors) Direct light from the sun (indirect or cloud-covered sunlight will not work). (Indoors) Direct light from an incandescent bulb (not an LED or an energy saver bulb).

Thames & Kosmos SolarBots: 8-in-1 Solar Robot STEM Experiment Kit | Build 8 Cool Solar-Powered Robots in Minutes | No Batteries Required | Learn About Solar Energy & Technology | Solar Panel Included

Thames & Kosmos SolarBots: 8-in-1 Solar Robot STEM Experiment Kit | Build 8 Cool Solar-Powered Robots in Minutes | No Batteries Required | Learn About Solar Energy & Technology | Solar Panel Included

Q: Why do none of my bots work? We build and leave them out in the direct hot sun for hours and absolutely nothing happens. What are we doing wrong?

Thank you for your interest in our SolarBots: 8-in-1 Solar Robot kit. I appreciate you reaching out to us. We would like to collect some additional details from you so that we can diagnose the issue and get your SolarBot working. At your convenience, we kindly ask you to reach out to us via the Customer Service and Replacement Parts link on our website so that a member of our Technical Support Team can follow up with you right away. I want to assure you that all of us are dedicated to maintaining quality products and want to thank you again for reaching out, as it gives us the opportunity to make things right with you, one of our valued fans. Thank you again for choosing Thames & Kosmos. We hope to hear from you. Kind regards, The Thames & Kosmos Technical Support Team

Q: What's the average size of the robots once complete?

Thank you for your question. Each robot is about 3.25 inches tall.

Q: do these robots work with artificial light? Could you play with them at night in a well-lit room?

Thank you for your question. The solar panel can be powered either by direct light from an incandescent bulb (not an LED or Energy saver bulbs) or direct sunlight.

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Brand
Thames &
Theme
Robotics
Age range (description)
6+
Item dimensions L x W x H
25.4 x 6.4 x
Item weight
0.42 Kilograms

📚48-page manual

🔧8-in-1 models

☀️Solar-powered

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Description

🌞 Build, Learn, and Shine with SolarBots!

ECO FRIENDLY FUN - No batteries required—just harness the sun's energy!
AWARD WINNING DESIGN - Finalist for The Toy Association’s Construction Toy Of The Year Award.
PERFECT FOR ALL AGES - Recommended for ages 6 and up—fun for the whole family!
STEM LEARNING MADE EASY - Engage with real-life applications of solar technology.
UNLEASH YOUR INNER ENGINEER - Build 8 unique solar-powered robots in minutes!

The Thames & Kosmos SolarBots 8-in-1 Solar Robot STEM Experiment Kit allows you to build and experiment with eight unique solar-powered robots without the need for batteries. This kit includes a compact solar panel and a comprehensive 48-page manual, making it an engaging educational tool for children aged 6 and up. With 194 puzzle pieces, it promotes hands-on learning about solar energy and technology while being recognized as a finalist for a prestigious toy award.

Specifications

Product Dimensions	25.4 x 6.35 x 27.94 cm; 420 g
Manufacturer recommended age	6 years and up
Item model number	665082
Educational Objective(s)	Learning
Number of Puzzle Pieces	194
Assembly Required	Yes
Scale	1/32
Batteries Required?	No
Batteries Included?	No
Material Type(s)	Plastic
Remote Control Included?	No
ASIN	B085P361MQ

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