FIRST LEGO League
About FLL
FIRST LEGO League (FLL) is an exciting and fun global robotics program that ignites an enthusiasm for discovery, science, and technology in kids ages 9 to 14 (16 outside of the U.S. and Canada).
Each year FLL teams embark on an adventurous Challenge based on current, real-world issues. Guided by a team coach and assisted by mentors, the kids:
- Research and solve a real-world problem based on the Challenge theme
- Present their research and solutions
- Build an autonomous robot using engineering concepts
Using the yearly Challenges, FLL:
- Invites kids to think like scientists and engineers
- Provides a fun, creative, hands-on learning experience
- Teaches kids to experiment and overcome obstacles
- Builds self-esteem and confidence
- Inspires kids to participate in science and technology
No matter what the child’s subject interest, FLL offers an opportunity for engagement. Whether it is by creativity, technology, or research, FLL dares kids to test, explore, expand, or completely change thoughts and approaches for different sciences each year. While participating in FLL we ask all that are involved (parents, mentors, coaches, and students) to follow certain Core Values:
- We are a team.
- We do the work to find solutions with guidance from our coaches and mentors.
- We honor the spirit of friendly competition.
- What we discover is more important than what we win.
- We share our experiences with others.
- We display Gracious Professionalism in everything we do.
- We have fun.
The Challenge
The 2010-2011 FLL Competition is Body Forward™. The game is played on a 2' x 8' tabletop playing field, with one robot at a time operating autonomously to complete tasks for various points. Unlike FRC and FTC, the robots do not directly compete against each other. For complete information on Body Forward, including the official rulebook and videos, please see FIRST's site here.
Resources
FIRST provides a list of resources here. Other resources will be posted here as they arise. If you have resources you would like to share with our teams, please Contact Us.