BirdBrain Technologies Loan and Demo Programs

BirdBrain Technologies run two programs that provide access for teachers to free loans of their products, the Finch Robot (grades K-12), the Hummingbird Robotics Kit (grades 4-12), and Owlet Math Tools (grades K-5).

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Finch Robot

Hummingbird Robotics Kit

Owlet Math Tools

Finch Robot Loan Program

The Finch Robot Loan Program loans out 1,000 robots to districts, schools, libraries, and other organizations across the United States. This free program is BirdBrain’s effort to reach students who may not otherwise have the opportunity to code a robot during their normal school day.

Applications for loans are collected twice per year and are evaluated based on the population served by the loan and the plan for using the robots. Loans consist of 10-15 robots, and the loan is provided for at least six weeks to participating educators. BirdBrain Technologies pays for shipping in both directions and provides free asynchronous PD, tutorials, and activities. Applications have historically had a 60-90% acceptance rate. The next application cycle opens in early May for the 2023-2024 school year - please mark your calendar and consider applying!

Robot Demo Program

If you would like to try any one of BirdBrain’s products for sixty days, you can request one from their demo program. This free program offers teachers an opportunity to get hands-on with the Finch Robot, the Hummingbird Robotics Kit, or the Owlet math manipulatives. BirdBrain Technologies has teacher resources, including asynchronous PD courses, so that you can explore the products at your own pace.

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