
with software possibilities. They probably take the
gold here, but don’t leave out UBTech Jimu sets if
you’re on a budget (see review, page 124). Getting
the most out of either means picking up multiple
sensors, motors, and a ton of construction blocks.
But even a small starter kit can be put together
in a bunch of ways, so creative kids will still find
room to play with a smaller set. They might also
beg for extra parts. (I am in no way trying to
influence anyone to buy their kids all the things I
wished for in my youth. That would be terrible.)
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