LEGO SPIKE Prime

Start with a robot overview

The LEGO SPIKE Prime page brings together mind maps about robot components and coding resources. Several are called Spike Prime Robots, but their branches are not identical. Look for one that introduces sensors, motors, ports and software, then follow the branches that interest you. The maps offer a way to see these elements together rather than studying each term on its own.

As you read, note which components and coding examples each map includes. You can return to those branches when you want to compare an overview with a more focused map.

Explore sensors and code

After an overview, look at Spike Copy for branches on light, touch and ultrasonic sensors, alongside motors, software and limitations. The light sensor branch describes detecting light levels and using a change in light to run code. The SPIKE Prime map also covers sensors, including movement and tilt, color, and force.

For coding examples, look for the Spike Prime Robot map with branches on line following and object detection. Compare those examples with the sensor branches in the other maps. This gives you a way to move between the components described and the code samples listed.

Use maps to check your understanding

There are no quizzes listed on this page, but you can turn a map into a self-check. Cover a branch and try to recall what it says, then uncover it to check. A free account also lets you make a quiz and save your quiz scores. Use the map branches to choose what to ask, and check your responses against the map.

LEGO SPIKE Prime is a section of the Robotics unit in Engineering and technology (general or other). Its maps connect components, software and code examples within that section. Choose a map to use as your starting point.