Robotics LEGO SPIKE Prime Activities for the Classroom: 8 Challenges for Grades 4-8 A SPIKE Prime kit sitting in a supply closet doesn’t teach anything. The kits earn their keep when they’re in front of students with a clear challenge and a time limit. I created my own challenges for this exact purpose, eight of … Read more
Robotics LEGO SPIKE Is Being Discontinued: What Parents Need to Know (2026) If you’ve been thinking about buying a LEGO robotics kit for your child, the window to buy directly from LEGO has closed. As of June 30, 2026, LEGO Education has discontinued the entire SPIKE line. SPIKE Prime and SPIKE Essential are no longer … Read more
Robotics Buying Guide The Complete LEGO Robotics Buying Guide for Parents (2026) If you’re trying to figure out which LEGO robotics kit to buy your child, you’ve probably already noticed that there is an overwhelming amount of information. Mindstorms is retired but is still a great product if you can find it used. SPIKE Essential … Read more