This month, our school newspaper spoke with Max Bennett, 14, from Baltimore. Max builds robots from Lego, and his team won second place in a robotics competition last spring.
Q: How did you start? A: When I was nine, I got a Lego robot kit for my birthday. I followed the instructions, and the robot moved! After that, I wanted to build my own ideas.
Q: What does your favorite robot do? A: It sorts rubbish. It has a small camera, and it can tell the difference between plastic and paper. It puts each one in the right box.
Q: Is it hard? A: Very! Sometimes a robot doesn't work for days, and I want to throw it on the floor. But I take a break, drink some water and try again. Usually, the problem is something small.
Q: What is your advice for other kids? A: Don't buy expensive kits. Start with the Lego you have at home, and watch free videos online. Most importantly, don't be afraid to make mistakes.