PictoBlox: Creator Tool for Coding, AI, AR-VR and Robotics

Revolutionary block–based and Python programming platform for kids and teens to learn coding through creative and engaging projects.

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Explore the Possibilities of 21st Century Learning with PictoBlox!

PictoBlox makes 21st-century learning accessible and engaging. It empowers students with tech education to build and bring their ideas to life with hands-on Coding, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, the Internet of Things, Robotics, Game Designing, and Virtual Reality. Our mission is to arm students with the tools necessary to become active contributors to the digital age.

Block Coding

Learn to code with colorful puzzles like drag and drop block based coding for Kids.

Python Coding

Create robust programs with simplified interactive codes in Python programming for teens.

Machine Learning

Analyze complex data, train and import models to coding environment with ease.

AR, VR, 3D Environment

Create 3D Environments and explore new dimensions of creativity with AR & VR.

PictoBlox in Arise International School

Students engaging in Coding and learning Self Driving Technology with PictoBlox in Arise International School, India.

Orientation Centre, Sudan

At the Orientation Centre in Sudan, a student immerses herself in the world of block-based coding using PictoBlox, unlocking her creativity.

Digital India Week

At Digital India Week, students are amazed by the Quarky Object Detection Robot, coded with PictoBlox, showcasing the power of technology and innovation.

AI Challenge Day, Hong Kong

Makerbay organised a Challenge Day where students under the guidance of their mentors created AI solutions for energy saving and recycling using PictoBlox.

PictoBlox in Classroom

A Professor engages students in the world of coding using PictoBlox, fostering creativity and problem-solving skills in the classroom.

PictoBlox in United Kingdom

A professor from Willow Tree Primary School, London teaching Artificial Intelligence to its students using PictoBlox.

PictoBlox at WSRO

Adani Vidya Mandir students shine at the WSRO competition, showcasing their coding projects with PictoBlox and bringing home well-deserved prizes, a testament to their talent.

PictoBlox in South Korea

Students in South Korea learning delves into the world of Block-Coding with PictoBlox, exploring the fascinating realm of Face Expression Detection and nurturing their coding skills.

Home Learning with PictoBlox

A young girl dives into the exciting realm of coding with PictoBlox, immersing herself in learning Face Expression Detection and unlocking her potential.

Soil Doctor Codeavour 2022 Project

A project made with Evive and PictoBlox called Soil Doctor which is a smart irrigation system that irrigates the soil if the moisture is below 60.

Bharat e-Shiksha, Ahmedabad

PictoBlox at Bharat e-Shiksha, a flagship initiative under Bharat Cares that aims to make quality education accessible for underprivileged students.

AWS Teachers Training, Ohio

Educators from AWS Girls Tech Day were trained for efficient execution of program using Quarky and PictoBlox.

Codevour 2022 Event at Egypt

At Codeavour 2022 Egypt, students unleash their creativity and coding skills through engaging activities with PictoBlox, paving the way for innovation.

AIxGirls, Italy

AIxGirls is the first all-female summer camp dedicated to AI. The girls were guided in programming their first application of AI with Pictoblox.

Close the Gap, Kenya

Close the Gap, Kenya to prepare young children for the 21st century by providing them exposure to DIY electronics, AI, and Robotics activities.

Unlock the Power of Digital Education with Our Cutting-Edge Platform

Discover the ultimate creator platform for students and teachers with PictoBlox! Easily create projects in AI, ML, AR, VR, IoT, and hardware with Arduino, LEGO, and Quarky while enjoying the ease, fun, and engagement that PictoBlox’s amazing features offer. From beginner coders to experienced developers, discover why PictoBlox is the best choice for all your coding needs!

Create Games and Animations with Block Coding

Python Programming for kids with Powerful Features

Artificial Intelligence to make Projects Interactive!

Machine Learning for Kids

Data import, training, testing and exporting ML models to Block or Python environment made ease.
Create Machine Learning models in 7 different types - Image Classifier, Object Detection, Hand Pose Classifier, Pose Classifier, Audio Classifier, Text Classifier and Number Classifier & Regression.
No coding experience is required to build ML models.

Control & Program Hardware with Ease

XR Environment for 3D, AR & VR

Build a 360° environment with 3D models, materials, cameras, lighting, physics, and trackers.
Code 3D, AR, and VR projects in Block or Python to make games, AR filters (like Snapchat), physics simulations & experiments, and robot simulations in the virtual environment.
Export and experience the projects in VR devices like Google Cardboard VR Headsets.

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PictoBlox App: Coding for Kids

The best coding app for kids to start coding without a laptop on their Android and iOS devices! Our app is the highest-rated coding app in the Play Store and is the perfect way to nurture innovation and creative problem-solving skills in your kids!

PictoBlox Educational Programs

PictoBlox platform enables organizations to scale their learning stack to impart coding & tech knowledge to a large number of students at a low cost. It allows teachers to adopt educational tools such as block-based coding, python programming, and robotics to impart 21st-century skills to students with varying backgrounds, no matter their education or age.

Skilling Courses for Home Learning

Personalized learning experience that equips Students with essential Coding, Python Programming, Artificial Intelligence and Robotics skills through Modular Courses!

AI and Robotics Lab

AI Lab offers an engaging and comprehensive curriculum-led learning experience for students from classes 3 to 12 in Coding, AI and Robotics, designed to meet the criteria of CBSE, ISCE and other boards.

Impact Programs

STEMpedia provides the tech, program management, and execution support to help CSR, NGOs, and governments execute impactful programs at a large scale.

Voices of Inspiration: Student and Teacher Experiences

Discover the transformative power of PictoBlox through the words of our students and teachers. See how this innovative platform has revolutionized their learning experience and inspired their creativity.

This has been an AMAZING experience and I can't wait to integrate what I have learned with PictoBlox into the programming for the STEAM labs in my district! Thank you so much for this experience and sharing your knowledge!

PictoBlox is an excellent platform for learning Coding, AI and ML. The visual user interface is very friendly and the range of tools which are available is impressive. It also supports the real time simulation of hardware objects which allow us to learn Robotic Programming in a much more interactive way.

I like PictoBlox a lot. It’s very interesting and fun to code with PictoBlox. It is also very simple and easy, and I love the drag and drop feature which allows learning coding in a faster, easier and fun way!

Ready to Start PictoBlox in Your Classroom

Implement the PictoBlox curriculum in your classroom to teach kids coding, AI, Robotics, AR/VR and all the 21st Century Skills in an easiest and playful manner.

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Codeavour Competition

At STEMpedia, we are proud to host Codeavour – the world’s largest annual Global AI & Coding Competition for students ranging from 7-18 years old. In this competition, students of all ages showcase their creativity and innovation through PictoBlox projects, helping to make the world a better place!

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Featured Projects by Students!

AI Sign Language Interpreter and Emergency System By Youssef Kusibati from Saudi Arabia

An AI emergency center for individuals with communication disabilities that utilizes hardware and software tools to identify emergency words and American Sign Language.

Eco Bin – An Eco-Friendly Automated Dustbin for Decomposing Bio-Degradable Items

Eco Bin – An Automated Dustbin for Decomposing Bio-Degradable Items By Suhaan Aneja from India

Eco-Bin is a revolutionary product that focuses on decomposing bio-degradable waste such as paper and vegetable peels.

Soil Doctor – Helping Farmers Choose Crops in a Changing Environment By Aditi Bhut from India

The project is an intelligent agricultural device designed to help farmers choose the most suitable crops to plant in their local environment in response to global warming trends.

ParentPal - Smart New Parent Assistant By Fatima Al-Zahraa Nabeel from Iraq

Smart Baby Crying Analyzer provides parents with comfort and confidence by accurately detecting and interpreting baby cries, helping them respond promptly and appropriately to the newborn's needs.

SmartFlow: Intelligent Traffic Light System By Aichouche Ilyes and Aichouche Souha from Algeria

An AI-powered system to detect emergency vehicles and dynamically react to traffic scenarios by controlling traffic lights for faster and smoother transportation.

Eco-Bot - Elderly Companion Robo By Jayden Tan Jun Ren from Malaysia

Eco-Bot is an Elderly Companion Robot designed to provide personalized care and companionship to elderly individuals staying at home by using Artificial Intelligence and Internet-of-Things Technology.

Automated Smart Dustbin By Soham Laladia from India

This project is an Automated Smart Dustbin based on Machine Learning that uses a Lego Mindstorm EV3 kit to automate the waste sorting process.

T-Shirt Folding Bot – Automate Your Surroundings By Jankinrshah from India

Students engaged in a workshop conducted by STEMpedia experts. Eklavya NEP Sandbox was created to promote the National Education Policy 2020.

All In One: The Ultimate Train Management By Mohamad Ghaith Hammad from Syria

This project is an IoT-based train monitoring system that uses IFTTT technologies to track train movements, send detailed departure and arrival information via email, and simulate train movement.

Arduino-Based Wildfire Detection and Alert System By George Said from Palestine

An Arduino-based system created to detect and respond to wildfires in Palestine, using gas sensors to trigger alarms and alert Civil Defence forces to take swift action.

Kisan Dost – Automation in Agriculture

Student wining the Codeavour 2022 Egypt championship presented by Apex Coding Academy. Codeavour makes students fall in love with coding & AI.

QuarkDrive: The Intelligent Mobility Solution using Quarky By Yassen Mohamed Gamal Eldeen from Egypt

The project involves building a simulated smart city that runs autonomously using AI-driven smart cars to provide transportation service.

Machine Learning Supported Touchless Smart Vending Device By Günes İkizceli and Zeynep Karakusoglu from Turkey

A smart vending machine system providing convenient, secure and contactless shopping experience using face recognition for personalization.

Squid Game v1.2 - Experience the Thrilling Red Light & Green Light Game By Almira Nindya Pakerti from Indonesia

Squid Game v1.2 is an AI-powered game inspired by the hit 2021 movie. Players use their eyes to navigate a challenging obstacle course and race to the finish line without being caught by the AI.

Learning Resources for PictoBlox

Discover the amazing world of coding and robotics with series of easy-to-follow tutorials and videos that will have you up-and-running in no time!

Introduction to Programming

Covers the basic concepts of coding like sequence, loops, variables, arithmetic operators, logical operators, conditional statements, and game development using graphical programming.

Introduction to Python

Learn the basics of coding with Python programming – algorithm, loops, sequencing, conditional statements, operators, list, and functions. Learn how to make games with Python.

PictoBlox Extensions and Libraries

Explore the working and documentation of PictoBlox‘s extensions, blocks, Python libraries & functions!

Machine Learning Environment

Explore the working and documentation of the Machine Learning Environment to make your own ML models in 7 types of classifiers.

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FAQs on PictoBlox

What is PictoBlox?

PictoBlox is coding education software that uses both graphical block-based coding and Python programming. With a user-friendly interface and drag-and-drop functionality, it is the ideal companion for setting the first step into the world of programming. One can learn to code, make interactive animations and games, do interesting projects based on IoT, program actions for robots, and much more! PictoBlox gives students the ability to add AI capabilities to their projects, including Face Detection & Recognition, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Object Detection, Human Pose Detection, Speech Recognition, QR Code Scanner, and Machine Learning.

Is PictoBlox available free to use?

PictoBlox is available free to use for individuals & non commercial purposes. If you are willing to use PictoBlox for commercial purposes, Please write to us on bd@thestempedia.com to discuss the collaboration.

Please read more about PictoBlox (or any STEMpedia’s product and services) terms and policies HERE

Which devices/platforms support the PictoBlox installation?

PictoBlox software is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Chromebook, Raspberry Pi, and iOS. PictoBlox App is also available on Google Play Store for android users and App Store for iOS users

You can download PictoBlox from HERE. Kindly select the device you want PictoBlox to download to.

How can I learn PictoBlox?

You can learn about PictoBlox via examples/tutorials available inside PictoBlox software and many free tutorials and projects of PictoBlox with step by step instructions are available on the STEMpedia website. If you want to learn in a more detailed manner with the guidance of an educator, you can opt for STEMpedia online courses from HERE.

How can I share my PictoBlox projects with friends?

If you want to share your projects with friends who also want to make similar or want to make modifications in that, then you can share the project file(.sb3) and your friends can open that in PictoBlox to make modifications. If you just want to showcase the final output, then you can record/capture the output of the stage using the button available above the stage and can share that image/video file with your friends.

Does PictoBlox store pictures/videos of kids/users during use of AI & ML extensions? I am concerned about the privacy policy for kids.

No, PictoBlox doesn’t store any pictures/videos of kids/users.

All the data generated or camera/video feed used in PictoBlox is used locally or via our secured servers with a fully automated system without any human interventions. It is not used for any kind of marketing or promotional means without the permission from the user (or guardians).

Is PictoBlox open-source?

No, PictoBlox is not open source. It's a copyright product of Agilo Research Private Limited.

If I get stuck with PictoBlox, from where I can get support?

You can write to us at support@thestempedia.com.

How can I create bulk user IDs for my class?

If you need to create multiple accounts for your class, contact us at support@thestempedia.com.

How different is PictoBlox from Scratch?

PictoBlox is a programming software based on Scratch 3.0, hence basic functionality is similar. As additional features it has various extensions related to hardware, robotics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine learning. You can control generic sensors, actuators & microcontrollers like microbit, Arduino Uno, Mega, esp32 and many more in real-time by connecting via Bluetooth. It also has an upload mode where you can upload your code inside the hardware. You can also capture/record stage output inside the PictoBlox.

Is PictoBlox available in different languages?

Yes, PictoBlox is available in multiple languages such as English, Hindi, Korean, Spanish, French, Italian, etc. You can use PictoBlox in your language as well.