Technically, there's a minor difference between the linked version (2.0) and the version that came with the kits (2.1) but all of the features we'll use for FLL are in both, so the files can be shared.
Want a little more software goodness? Check out the Lego Digital Designer. It's CAD software for Legos! You can install it and "build" virtual models with Legos. Better yet, it installs with an NXT module, so the kids can check out all of the parts and build instructions that come with the kit. Think about the possibilities -- They've been trying to work through something at practice, but it doesn't work to lug a box of parts and the robot home just now. They can check what's available, test how different ideas work AND not make a mess all over the living room with little tiny connectors... SWEET! There's also a Building Guide Mode that lets them print step-by-step instructions for what they designed -- They don't have to recreate it when they get to practice, they just follow their own directions! (Did I mention they will be developing great skills in the process?)
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