# LEGO-Based Robotics Kits The 'WeDo 2.0' Robotics Kit Debuted at CES 2016 By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-01-07 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedo-20 References: [techcrunch](http://techcrunch.com/2016/01/04/legos-wedo-2-0-robotics-kit-teaches-science-and-engineering-to-elementary-school-students/) & [education.lego](https://education.lego.com/en-us/learn/elementary/wedo-2?domainredir=www.legoeducation.com) In an effort to get more elementary school children interested in science, engineering and programming, [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-9) is launching the 'WeDo 2.0' robotics kit at CES 2016. The WeDo 2.0 robotics kit is an updated version of LEGO's original WeDo kit. The set comes with a number of different LEGO bricks, motion and tilt sensors and a Bluetooth Low Energy-based hub. In addition to the toy itself, the kit also comes with WeGo software, which can be used to [code different applications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codee) that control the robot's hub and sensors. In order to make sure children have access to the program, LEGO is offering a custom curriculum that includes more than 40 hours of lessons. The goal is to use the kit as a fun and creative way to help children develop skills that can translate into future careers in STEM fields. By capitalizing on a toy that is already popular among elementary school children, the WeDo 2.0 robotics kit provides a creative way to get more children interested in science and technology. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Lego-based Robotics for Education:** There is an opportunity to capitalize on the popularity of LEGO to create more comprehensive educational robotics kits. - **Toy-based Learning:** There is a disruptive opportunity to use toys as educational tools to inspire children about STEM subjects. - **Coding for Children:** There is a growing trend of teaching children how to code properly, and LEGO-based robotics kits are introducing this in a fun new way. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Industry:** The LEGO-based robotics kits could create new revenue opportunities for the toy industry by creating more toys based on educational concepts. - **Education Industry:** The education sector has an opportunity to explore the creative use of STEM education to be more hands-on and experiential. - **Technology Industry:** LEGO robotics kits have the potential to prepare future generations with applicable tech skills, creating opportunities for the technology industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tech-Driven Building Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-9.md) - [STEM-Driven Building Block Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-education-science-kits.md) - [Kindergarten-Focused Hands-On Learning Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handson-learning-solution.md) - [Learning-Focused Robotics Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robots-in-motion.md) - [All-Ages Mini Robot Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/educational-robot-kit.md) - [Modular Robotics Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-robotics-kit.md) - [Sensor-Driven Play Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-smart-bricks.md) - [Sustainable STEM Robot Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coderover-robot.md) - [Programmable Robot Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-robots.md)