Robots have long been the stars of sci-fi films and some of the trendiest toys. But robots are much more than the machines from the movies or fleeting fads. They’re embedded in nearly every industry and will only continue to shape the future. If your child loves to tinker and thrives with tactile activities, robotics might be the perfect learning journey!
1. Fun and accessible pathway
No matter how old your child is or what kind of robot they create, the process takes brainstorming, troubleshooting, workshopping, optimization, and customization. The result is truly their own—a creation they can be proud of. Explore the world of robotics with toys designed to foster curiosity like LEGO, Cozmo, and VEX. Join school clubs for hands-on experience and opportunities to compete in local STEM competitions. Deep dive into the world of robotics in summer camps that offer a pressure-free environment where your child can explore, learn, and innovate!
2. Future-proof hard skills
Robotics is integral to cutting-edge careers in industries like aerospace engineering, computer science, software engineering, and hardware design. Each requires fundamental coding and engineering skills. Getting hands-on experience with robotics solidifies these essential skills early, familiarizes kids with these fields, and makes it easier for them to envision a dream job in one of those industries.
3. Essential soft skills
Building a bot is no easy feat. Bringing a bot to life takes trying, failing, tinkering, and essential soft skills like curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, perseverance, and attention to detail. And when kids are immersed in a collaborative environment like camp, there’s no doubt they’ll strengthen their communication, teamwork, and problem-solving too!
4. Opportunity in every industry
Advances in robotics and AI are revolutionizing almost every industry. In manufacturing, robots increase efficiency, improve safety standards, and aid engineers in designing consumer goods. In healthcare, robotics technology assists in surgery and patient care, as well as analyzing data to better understand diseases. In business, robots automate tasks like delivery and packaging to boost productivity and build a competitive advantage. No matter the industry your child chooses, the breakthroughs with robotics are endless!
5. The career of the future
The robotics market is expected to increase by over $9 billion. And those careers we mentioned earlier? By 2032, each of them is expected to grow faster than the national average, from aerospace engineering at double the rate to software engineering at almost eight times the national average! Learning the fundamentals and solidifying robotics skills now will provide your child with a competitive advantage in their future career path.