FAQ

Why do the wheels stop when I pick Root up?
Root uses its cliff sensor to ensure it only drives on flat surfaces.
Tue, 24 Jul, 2018 at 11:35 AM
Why does the color sensor turn off when I pick Root up?
Root only detects color when driving on a flat surface. Cover the cliff sensor if you want to see the color sensor run.
Tue, 24 Jul, 2018 at 11:40 AM
How do I calibrate the color sensor?
Root calibrates to whatever color is underneath the robot. Leave Root on a white surface for a few seconds before starting a color sensing program.
Tue, 24 Jul, 2018 at 11:41 AM
What programming languages does Root teach?
Root teaches the structure and syntax of professional programming languages like Swift, Python and JavaScript. Currently, Root shows Swift code on the Level...
Fri, 22 Feb, 2019 at 2:59 PM
What skills will my child learn with Root?
Root is the only coding companion that grows with you. Problem solving challenges slowly build in complexity as you progress through levels 1, 2 and 3, star...
Tue, 24 Jul, 2018 at 5:47 PM