If all you know about LEGO is that they are plastic brick toys…well, you know nothing, Jon Snow. By far, LEGO is one of the most popular brands, and not just because of the pain you experience when you step on a LEGO brick. The company has come a very long way and its origin is pretty interesting, considering that its owner started out producing wooden toys, not plastic. In fact, it was believed that plastic toys would never be able to fully replace wooden toys because kids generally disliked plastic back then. However, LEGO revolutionized this pattern, and now LEGO toys are amongst the top favorite with kids and even adults. On the picture above - LEGO wooden toys. Perhaps, one of the major reasons LEGO is so widespread today is because they cater to kids and adults alike. It is now common to see adults playing with LEGO bricks without any self-consciousness. In fact, it is considered “cool” if you can build LEGO sets creatively and quickly. Plus, some LEGO sets are simply too expensive to be bought for kids and are actually suited for adults, especially since LEGO has a track record of designing sets based on real-life structures and even historical events, for instance, the Apollo 11 Lunar Lander. Also, the LEGO Bugatti Chiron is an excellent and detailed rendition of the actual Bugatti Chiron that costs a whopping £2.5 million. LEGO has long been a favorite. The LEGO origin, the story behind the company and the toy itself will make fans love LEGO even more. On the picture above - Ole Kirk Christiansen at his desk, 1934. - founder of the LEGO LEGO History (The LEGO Group) The LEGO Group started out as a small company owned by Ole Kirk Christiansen who had been making wooden toys since 1932. Initially, he only made wooden toys and not plastic, but later on, by 1947, the company started producing plastic toys. Now these toys were not the LEGO building bricks as we know them today but simply toys made out of plastic. It was in 1949 that the company starting making interlocking bricks, of course, at the time they were in their simplest forms. Nowadays, LEGO creates more and more complex as well as interesting pieces. The name “LEGO” was derived from the Danish term leg godt which means “play well.” Funny enough, although only the first two letters of each word were combined to form “LEGO,” the term has its own meaning as well in Latin which is “I put together.” Ole Kirk had no idea this would be the resulting meaning in another language, making it amazing and ironic what LEGO actually turned to – a company that makes bricks you put together! In accordance with The LEGO Group’s motto, which when translated means “The best is not too good,” Christiansen encouraged his employees to produce top quality at all times. This is why the company has never compromised on quality and keeps looking for new ways to make better, more sustainable brick pieces. With new innovations year after year, by 2015, LEGO was named the “world’s most powerful brand,” taking the place of Ferrari. LEGO Toy History While the production of plastic toys started in 1949, it was only in 1978 that the company produced the first mini-figures. Since then, there have been various types of LEGO toys, including spaceships, supercars, and even treehouses. There seems to be no limit to the types of sets LEGO can create. In essence, LEGO toys are so popular that they are used as teaching tools and even just as display pieces in homes and offices. Top LEGO Facts You Should Know Fact #1 On the picture above - famous YouTube star MrBeast 1. There are about 36 billion LEGO bricks created each year. Fact #2 2. According to a professor of Mathematics, any six 2x4 LEGO bricks can be combined in 915 million ways. Well, no one has ever had the time and patience to actually do this, but hey, you could be the first. Fact #3 3. LEGO is the largest tire manufacturer in the world. This is attributed to the fact that LEGO actually produces about 306 million tires every year. Fact #4 4. Since 1949 when the company started making plastic toys, there have been about 440 billion LEGO elements produced. Fact #5 5. Initially, Minifigures were supposed to have only one color (yellow) with a happy facial expression. In recent times, however, we see Minifigures with all kinds of facial expressions and even multiple colors. Fact #6 6. In total, there have been 4 billion Minifigures ever produced. This makes them the largest population group in the world. That’s right, Minifigures by far outnumber your population group. Imagine if they came to life… Fact #7 On the picture above - Kjeld Kirk Kristiansen - CEO of The Lego Group 7. The founder, Ole Kirk Christiansen, passed down ownership to his grandson, Kjeld Kirk Christiansen, who now runs the company with his children. Fact #8 8. If LEGO bricks could be shared amongst all the people in the world, each one would get about 62 bricks. That’s a statistical way of saying there’s a crapload of LEGO bricks in the world! Fact #9 9. The Minifigure population is over 80% male. Okay, feminists, here’s your chance. Fact #10 10. Prior to 2018, most LEGO pieces were made entirely from ABS plastics. This means that these pieces can never decompose. In a bid to create more sustainable LEGO pieces, the company started using plastic sourced from sugarcane to produce the pieces we see today. Fact #11 11. The first LEGO treehouse was made of 3.3 million bricks (talk about attention to detail!) Plus, the house was not just a toy, it actually had a working toilet, and bed…not that you could use it though, after all, it is a much smaller version of a real house. Fact #12 12. LEGO became the second-largest toymaker in the world in 2014, falling just behind Mattel. Fact #13 13. The Harry Potter set has the first Lego Minifigure (Quirrell) to be double-sided, featuring both a good side and a bad side. It’s pretty safe to say it was two-faced. Fact #14 14. There are no LEGO sets based on war because the founder did not want war to become attractive or normal to kids. Fact #15 15. Initially, LEGO did not make licensed sets, hence it was only in 1999 that Minifigures could feature small toy guns. Fact #16 16. The first ever LEGO Minifigure created was a police officer. Fact #17 17. LEGO is big on consistency, especially in terms of quality. The LEGO bricks made in 1952 can still fit perfectly on LEGO bricks made in 2019. Fact #18 On the picture above - First LEGO Star Wars set. LEGO X-WING FIGHTER 7140 18. LEGO’s first themed set was Star Wars which it licensed in 1999. Fact #19 19. There is no such thing as “LEGOs.” The plural of LEGO is still LEGO. Fact #20 20. There are so many LEGO pieces in the world that if you connect about 40 million LEGO bricks end to end, the column can reach the moon. Most Expensive LEGO Sets Ever Made With great value comes great cost. Since its inception, LEGO has created some very expensive sets that could definitely create a dent or two in your bank account. While some of these sets were expensive from the onset, most only became so valuable after they had been taken off the market. You may even have some of these in your attic. So, it probably wouldn’t be wise to throw out all your old LEGO sets because it just might be worth a fortune. Let’s look at some of the highest-priced and most valuable LEGO sets in LEGO history. 1. LEGO First Edition Millennium Falcon LEGO First Edition Millennium Falcon - This is by far one of the most valuable LEGO sets you can find (that’s if you can still find it today). Its highest sale price was a whopping $15,000! Although there are some factors that caused this huge hike in its price such as it being sold in an airtight case and in Las Vegas, it is still pretty expensive on a normal day. It can be sold for an average of $4500 and its original price was only $450. So, if you happen to have a first edition Millennium Falcon somewhere in your attic, well, you’re sitting on a fortune. 2. LEGO First Edition Taj Mahal LEGO First Edition Taj Mahal - This LEGO set was considered a masterpiece and its highest sale price was about $3800. It was often in competition with the Millennium Falcon in terms of value but we all know who won that title. 3. LEGO Minifigures Series 10, Mr. Gold Picture from Jay's Brick Blog LEGO Minifigures Series 10, Mr. Gold - Well, with a name like “Mr. Gold,” why wouldn’t it cost a lot? This is not actually a LEGO set but a Minifigure and it alone was valued on the average at $1,800. In fact, LEGO Minifigures can be very expensive and can take up to 50% of the total price of a set. 4. LEGO Statue of Liberty LEGO 3450 Statue of Liberty - This set happens to be as valuable as the Eiffel Tower. While on average it can be sold for $2000, there is one boxed set of the LEGO Statue of Liberty that is priced at a shocking $5000. Conclusion Without a doubt, LEGO has come a pretty long way and is still going farther. We can only wait patiently to see what’s in store for us in the coming years. What do you think LEGO should create next? ShareTweetPin itE-mail

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During your childhood, you probably might have enjoyed playing with LEGO bricks. You can now bring back those your childhood memories by going to a LEGO park. There are so many amazing LEGO parks around the world, but we will talk about the top ones you can visit. LEGO attracties around the world LEGOLANDS - Windsor, England As the name implies, this park is built in the city of Windsor in England. It first began its operation in the year 1996. The site, on which this park is built now, was previously for the Safari Park of Windsor. After the Legoland in Billund, Denmark has been built, the one in Windsor, England, became the second. Visiting this park together with your family will be great fun as you will find a lot of building workshops, Lego-themed rides, and you will also see themed areas including Star Wars, Knights Kingdom, the Vikings Land, Pirates Shores, and Pharaohs Kingdom. One spectacular thing about this Legoland in Windsor is that it is ranked as the largest on the planet. Before you visit this place, it will be okay if you know about the following important things: • Watch out for discounts When you buy a ticket in advance from the official website of LEGOLAND, you will be given discounts. This is the reason why you need to book before you go. Making a prior search on Google will also make you know when there are promotional offers. By these, you will save a reasonable amount of money.You will be at an advantage of free entry if you hold either the Annual pass of Legoland or Merlin. • App download You must download the official Legoland app before you visit the park. This will help you to know the current queue times to make it easy for you to know how you can maximize your day while going on a ride. • Take the measurements of your kids Measuring your kids will make you know beforehand, which attractions and rides that are meant for them before you go visiting. This will save you from any sort of disappointment when you arrive. You can still find this info on the official Legoland App you downloaded. • Choose a good time You can plan to visit the park during the weekday when the term is still on if it is possible for you. This will enable you to beat the long queues. • Always check their opening hours There are different opening hours of a Legoland, depending on the time of the year. So, before you go, it will be wise for you to check the opening hour of the day you plan to go. • Your parking should be booked on in time There is a price to pay for parking. So, it will be better for you to book very early to make things cheaper and easier for you. • Know the address of the Legoland Here is the address of the Legoland in Windsor:Windsor, Berkshire, Winkfield Rd. SL4 4AY • Using the Sat Nav As you have seen above, SL4 4AY is Legoland Windsor’s postcode. To avoid any misdirection from the Sat Nav, you must strictly follow the signs on the system that is directing you. By doing so, you will successfully reach the resort. • Check if you will need a QBot You can decide to get a QBot which will be an upgrade to your Access pass. If you get a QBot, then you can be able to visit other places around the park while they help you to hold your place in the queue for an attraction or a ride. • You can stay near Legoland Even though there are two LEGO hotels on the site, there are still some hotels in the area which are in partnership with Legoland. Billund, Denmark Lego was given birth to in Denmark. The Legoland that is in the city of Billund is a very exciting amusement park to visit together with your entire family. All lovers of LEGO will certainly be well pleased with this park s there are close to 50 rides in it, LEGO cities (miniature), and a lot of themed areas, like the LEGOREDO Town, Lego City, Knights Kingdom, Polar Land, Adventure Land, Imagination Zone, Pirate Land, and Miniland. This place is not meant to be visited by children alone. Even adults will have an unforgettable holiday experience after visiting this amazing place. Malaysia In the whole of Asia, this Legoland that is located in Malaysia is the first to be opened. It is another great place you can try to visit. Here, you will find many themed areas like the Adventure Land, a wonderful Water Park, The Beginning, and Miniland. There is a big wave pool where you can splash about, a variety of rides you can visit, and a nice water slide for you to ride on. Are you planning on how to spend your summer break? Then you should visit this amazing place. Czech Republic’s LEGO Museum There is no other LEGO Museum in the world which is larger than the one located in Prague. It has about 3500 fantastic LEGO vintage kits and models. In this museum, there is also a corner for the kids and a fully equipped LEGO store that has many pieces that can never be seen in any other place. This makes it a lovely place to visit as well. lego world california In this Legoland built in California, there are a lot of exciting shows, attractions, and rides. This park is built on 128 acres of land. You will see rides that are set on airplanes, pirate ships, cars, dragons, and many more. There are also miniature versions of fictional and real places like the scenes featured in Star Wars, and the strip of Las Vegas. When you visit this Legoland, do not forget the LEGOLAND sea-life Aquarium and Water Park. There is also a hotel where you can decide to stay in. If you have plans to go with any education group, below are some important things to know. • Make sure that you get to the Legoland early, at least, like 45 or 30 minutes before the time for your class. • If a class is to be held by 10 am, one of the staff members will go to the Education Turnstile’s front gate to meet groups. But, if your class is to be held in the afternoon, then you should head to MINDSTORMS to meet. • Teacher guides should be downloaded from LEGOLAND.com/edu. If you get to the park, you will not see any printed guides. • When visiting, you should come along with the tickets of each member of your group. Even if you did not mail the tickets, they can still collect it on the visiting day. Just make sure that the whole tickets are ready to be scanned. • If your school wants to come along with launches, then it can be brought with disposable containers. If you come with coolers, they will not be allowed. To store the launches, you should go behind Build-and-Test which can be found in #80 on the map of the park. You can have access to the launches only through the lawn (Miniland). For assistance, go to MINDSTORMS to see one of the staff members. • If you have pre-purchased your launches, endeavor to see your confirmation so that you can pick them up. There are just 2 restaurants that have been designated for picking up launch. They are Knight's Smokehouse and Urban Kitchen (Fun Town). To know which of the restaurants to pick up your launch, check the confirmation. For assistance, go to MINDSTORMS to see one of the staff members. • No fee is collected to park your bus. But $25 is charged for one vehicle (Regular Parking for Car). To make the park safe for guests/tourists, all the bags of the visitors must be checked before they are allowed to enter. Here are some items that are prohibited on the premises: -Illegal substances, such as alcohol or Marijuana -No kind of weapon is allowed -They do not allow coolers that are larger than the 6-pack size -Glass containers should not be brought to the resort -Wheeled items, such as rolling backpacks, luggage, and the rest, are prohibited -Skateboards, hoverboards, Segway's, Wheeled shoes, scooters, and rollerblades -Do not come along with folding chairs This Legoland in California has the right to inspect and check the items brought by the visitors and stop them from bringing in harmful items. The Park Rangers are always patrolling the whole premises of the resort in case you need any advice or help. Conclusion There are still other Legoland Resorts that are located in Dubai, Florida, Germany, and Japan. So, you can begin your adventure by visiting any of the above mentioned LEGOLAND! ShareTweetPin itE-mail

In October 2020 there will be available new storage boxes from IKEA and LEGO. I got them a some time ago and had a little fun with them. Here is the effect of my MOCing around those boxes and a few words about them. Read full story and view more photos at my LEGO Blog: bricks.kalais.net/post93 WIPs, Behind the scenes and other extras at: - Facebook (@BricksTreasure) - Instagram (@thekalais).

Introduction Virtually everyone knows what LEGO sets are and most kids own them. Hygiene is of utmost importance as we go about our lives, it could be the difference between being healthy or infected by a bug. In this article, we will be exploring simple ways to keep your LEGO sets hygienic. Ways To Keep Your LEGO Sets Hygienic 1. Store Them Well: when you are not using your LEGO set at the moment it is best to store it well. You could sort it however you desire that would be for you to retrieve and use. You could store your LEGO set in a zip lock bag and keep the bags in a cool and dry place in the house. You could also store your LEGO sets in plastic containers. You could get drawers that you store your LEGO sets in, this way you could easily sort them and retrieve them when you need to. 2. Hygienic Use: when you use your LEGO sets, you tend to touch other things. You could go to the toilet or other places that are replete with germs. When using your LEGO sets or making creations with them be conscious of where your hands touch so to prevent transferring germs to your LEGO set. Wipe, clean or wash your hands regularly when you use your LEGO set this would help reduce the transfer of germs. Monitor your kids when they use their LEGO set to avoid contamination of the set as kids play with several things at a time. It is pertinent that we advise our kids on hygienic use of toys as well we should educate ourselves in the same line. Don’t use your LEGO set in places that are naturally filled with germs. These are places like toilets and baths, as much as possible you should avoid taking your LEGO sets there and also advise your kids to avoid doing that. 3. Clean Your LEGO Set: When you have used your LEGO set over time or you are removing them from storage. It is advisable that you clean them. You could clean your LEGO set by washing them in water. The water should not be hot beyond 40⁰ C, you can put antiseptic liquid in the water. Use your hands to clean them in the water then leave them out to dry. You could also clean your LEGO set by using wipes to clean the pieces. You could also clean your LEGO sets by soaking them in water that is mixed with bleach, this would help kill the germs. After you have soaked it, let it sit for at least 10 minutes so the bleach would work effectively. After the soaking, remove the LEGO sets from the water, rinse and let them dry naturally. You could also use a wet, clean cloth or towel soaked with water and disinfectant to clean your LEGO sets. Conclusion No matter your use or love for LEGO sets it is important you use them and keep them hygienic. As explored in this article this is quite easy to do. Special LEGO lights We have the best collections of LEGO lights for your LEGO. Who wouldn't want to beautify their LEGO sets with these creative lights? Virtually no one. Check the amazing collections and contact us. We will love to hear from you. ShareTweetPin itE-mail

Building scenes with LEGOs have always been fun. Now you can enjoy the same fun with less cleanup! Check out these free, printable LEGO inspired coloring pages!

The diverse cultures and complex history of Asia continue to inspire LEGO builders all over the world. China, Japan, and Korea also have large and active LEGO fan communities that contribute to the global conversation through their LEGO models. This page features LEGO models inspired by Asia, coverage of events that happen in Asia, and background about models by Asian builders.

Want to throw a birthday party for your Infant? If you are, then this guide will show you fun ways to get the most bang for your buck. Birthday parties are a special event for Kids, and as such, it is the best time to create lasting memories with their friends. When it comes to awesome birthday parties, everything boils down to the theme. Here is where LEGO comes in. Kids love LEGO, and a party where everything reflects their favorite toy is their ideal destination for fun and excitement. LEGO Birthday party is doable, and you don’t need any experience to achieve it. With the step-by-step guide provided on this page, you can make your child’s birthday a memorable event. Besides, most of the necessities for achieving a LEGO-themed party are readily available in your home. However, since you’ll be having other kids over, you should consider getting additional LEGO sets for your event. One of the most amazing things about a LEGO-themed party is that the possibilities are endless. With a few LEGO technic sets and a delectable LEGO-inspired cake, you can throw a party that will foster life-long memories. Here’s how. Building the right Invite for your LEGO Birthday party To throw a fantabulous birthday party, you’ll need to invite a few friends over. Kids love to go out and have fun, so you won’t have problems getting them to attend your child’s party. But you want them to be talking about your party long before the scheduled date for the event. To achieve that, you’ll have to design your invitation card to transcend the norms. You don’t need much for this, just fundamental Photoshop skills. If you are not design-inclined, you can browse the internet for free LEGO-inspired invitation cards. With any luck, you might find one that matches your needs. Nevertheless, you’ll need to write your child’s name on the invitation using Photoshop. tasking, but worth the stress. To make the invitation cards/posters even more astonishing, use LEGO fonts on the cards. Print the invites at your local store and send them to your guests. Prepare your House for the party Since your party is a LEGO themed birthday party, you should decorate your home to reflect the theme. While we recommend that you save your budget and effort for the more essential projects, like games and LEGO-focused activities, don’t be afraid to go all out in this area. Getting your home to look like the LEGO factory or the LEGO hotel might be a farfetched idea, but you can create a semblance of your child’s favorite set. You don’t have to be a LEGO interior design expert to achieve this. Just get a few LEGO posters and balloons and hang them in strategic places. Then, arrange your LEGO sets strategically throughout the room. Your LEGO-inspired cake is also an essential part of your decorations, so make sure it is well-positioned. You can also use LEGO characters for your decorations, and if possible, ask the kids to come to the event in their favorite LEGO shirts. The idea is to have everything in your space is screaming; FUN when the kids arrive. Also, make sure your child’s name is on everything. If you have the time, buy colorful disposable cups, bags, napkins, and plates and imprint them with LEGO faces. Food and pastries While you may want to cook all your favorite dishes for your child’s birthday, don’t do it. Kids don’t eat at fun events. There’s barely enough time to play, and they’ll want to make every second count. Just get some snacks and popcorns ready, and let your LEGO cake be the star of the show. For the sake of awesomeness, we recommend baking two cakes; the cute cupcakes, and the fondant cake. Here is where your creativity comes in. You can call your local pastries to bake the cakes for you, but nothing beats mummy’s personal touch. You’ll need a mold to create amazing LEGO cupcakes. Getting the right size might be tricky, but it is doable. When you find your preferred sizes of casts, use it to transform your candy melts to LEGO bricks. Then scatter them strategically on your cupcakes. The Fondant cake requires baking experience, but it isn’t all that difficult to achieve. To achieve this, bake a regular cake as the base (your kid’s favorite flavor), then cover the cake with a thin layer of frosting. Once the frost dries, coat the cake with fondant. Then with your LEGO mold, create a bunch of bricks and line them up around the cake. Note: the molded fondants are easier to handle when they are dry or hardened. The next step is to create a fondant LEGO character for your cake. You can achieve this with Amazon molds. The LEGO character may come out crooked, but kids don’t care about that: They just want to eat their LEGO. Now to the fun part of the party; games! There are so many engaging activities to include in your LEGO Birthday party. However, time will not permit us to list all of them. But here are the coolest ones to have in your party if you want to keep the kids engaged from start to finish. 1. LEGO Mini-figure design table Painting is a fun way to keep kids engaged without stressing them. Aside from the fact that it offers a great deal of fun, it can also bolster intelligence in kids. Besides, what better way to get kids to interact at a social event than to have them color their favorite mini-figures. Another great advantage of the mini-figure coloring activity is that it provides a self-designed portrait that children can take home with them after the party. In this way, anytime they open their mom’s refrigerator, they’ll remember your child’s birthday party. There are many great places to get Coloring pages for “the design your mini-figure” game. So go online and download your favorite ones. 2. The guessing game Kids are always excited to play the guessing game. So for your child’s birthday, create a game that will allow them to guess the number of LEGO bricks in a jar. Gather a few LEGO bricks and put them in a bottle, then ask the kids to imagine the total blocks in the container. To get everyone interested in the game, offer the winner a reward. In this way, the child who guesses the exact number of bricks in the jar will win a prize. The prize can be something small like sweets or candy, it can even be a slice of cake. 3. LEGO hunt Eggs hunt is a classic game for kids’ birthday parties, but it never gets hold. The LEGO hunt game is similar to the Egg hunt, the only difference is that you are hunting for LEGO Bricks, as opposed to hunting for colored eggs. This game is fun because it enthuses children to rely on their instincts to find the bricks. Everyone can participate in the game, even adults. Happy hunting! 4. LEGO Building Challenge There is no LEGO birthday party without a building challenge. If you are not building or assembling a LEGO Technic set, the party has not started. Believe it or not, most of the kids at your party are there for the chance to build their favorite LEGO sets with their friends. So give them various sizes of LEGO to assemble and watch them have all kinds of fun. You can even make it challenging for the kids by asking them to construct the set within a time frame. Let creativity lead the way; give each child a bag of LEGO bricks and see what they make. You can also roll out the big LEGO cars and aircraft and have them race against each other. 5. LEGO gallery This activity is not as reasonably priced like the rest. But it is worth every nickel. No doubt, this activity will have people talking about your party for a long, long time. Besides, the LEGO gallery will remain in your home long after the party is over. To create a whimsical LEGO gallery, you’ll need specially designed LEGO lights for your sets. Specially designed lights will make your LEGO sets come alive in your space, regardless of whether it is day or night. All you have to do is to assemble your LEGO technic Sets and install the lights on them. LEGO lights are easy to install, and they are reasonably priced. So you won’t have problems creating your own LEGO gallery. Conclusion LEGO Birthday parties are relatively cheap to organize, and with the long list of possibilities that they provide, you’ll never run out of fun things to do at your party. Don’t forget to Whack a LEGO Piñata. Have Fun! Special LEGO lights We have the best collections of LEGO lights for your LEGO. Who wouldn't want to beautify their LEGO sets with these creative lights? Virtually no one. Check the amazing collections and contact us. We will love to hear from you. ShareTweetPin itE-mail

LEGO games are fun and as we grow older, they can be as simple or as complex as we want them to be. As children, there are many skills we learn from LEGO and as we grow older, we can utilize LEGO for brain development and power. LEGO games are a great way to exercise your brain. There are LEGO benefits for toddlers that can be utilized. Reasons you should play with LEGO for brain development LEGO for brain power can improve the way we look and think about things. If you're doubting the power of LEGO then here are four reasons you should play with LEGO for brain development, power, and cognitive improvement. 1. Perspectives — The ability to look at things from different angles is a quality that is important for a lot of reasons. It's important to be able to understand another person's perspective during an argument. It is also important to be able to view problems from different angles. Due to the versatility of LEGO, it encourages the players to think outside the box. If one way doesn't work then there's another way to try it perhaps one of the blocks is a little shaky. This is how life works. Sometimes the path towards a solution isn't clear cut, you have to view the problem from different angles. LEGO trains your brain to see things in different ways, not just a singular way. Life is multi-faceted. 2. Requires concentration — Procrastination and distractions are two major time-eaters in life. Time flies by rather quickly when a deadline is approaching or when you're having fun. The problem is it is always one of the two, therefore, time always flies. Building LEGO can't be done absentmindedly it needs concentration and effort in equal measures. This will improve your desire or the will to concentrate on tasks. Once you're less distracted and more concentrated you're more likely to complete your tasks. 3. Creativity — Playing LEGO fosters creativity in several ways. Firstly it helps you think outside the box. LEGO does not have a set structure or a correct structure, the decision is completely in your hands. This means that you are free to imagine huge constructions. You are only limited by your mind. Creativity blossoms in situations like this. Secondly, the more you channel your creativity, the easier it'll be for you to access. The more creative you are, the more creativity is accessible to you. LEGO exercises your brain in the best way possible and a great side effect is being more creative. 4. Productive Past time — If you're one of those people who find it very hard to relax and wind down, LEGO can help you wind down and relax in a productive manner. In addition, the productive nature of the game can even encourage your brain to release serotonin, a really wonderful hormone that is closely related to the feeling of happiness. Conclusion A lot of people think LEGO is for children but that is completely untrue. There are skills children learn from LEGO but adults can also gain knowledge. The vast construction possibilities available are also accessible by adults. You can create more complex structures and while doing this your brain is also getting exercised. LEGO is wonderful to refresh cognitive thinking as well as creativity. It is a fun and productive way to enjoy yourself. Indulge in LEGO for brain development and power today. ShareTweetPin itE-mail

As a fan of LEGO pieces, there is a great chance that you may have a lot of sets in your home that you display. There is hardly any LEGO lover that doesn't live and breathe the bricks. You spend long hours coupling together different sets. You spend long hours on the internet, looking for new sets that you may fancy. You spend long hours, searching for classics that you can purchase. You spend long hours, trying to look for lights that will match your LEGO sets and spruce them up. Now, you can have access to a personalized LEGO® Mini Figure key ring. This keyring comes with whatever figure that you want and you can inscribe whatever name that you create for. It is easy to find. Why You Should Consider Getting a Personalized LEGO KEY RING There are a number of reasons that anyone that loves LEGO should consider getting these keyrings. It is great as a present When you are trying to gift someone a present, you want to give him or her something that he or she will love. You have to look at the likes and dislikes of the person so that you can purchase a gift that he or she will cherish. One issue that a large percentage of world inhabitants have is the fact that they are bad in giving the right gifts. They have loved ones, which they cherish and adore, and they always want to show them this. It could be their birthday, Christmas, Valentine's day, or some special day in their life, and you may be wondering what to gift them. Instead of giving them something that they will never have to use or they will end up trashing, you need to find out what they genuinely like. Have you ever given someone a gift, and at the end of the day, you felt that the gift wasn't received in the way that you wanted? This occurs when you give a tie to a man that loves to dress casual to work. It is when you give a golf club to a man that won't be caught dead golfing. You need to improve your gift game. This is something that a LEGO keyring can do for you. Many people are LEGO fans and have multiple sets in their homes. If your loved one is a fan, you could get him a classic set or a LEGO key ring, if you do not have the many for a set or you are confused about what set to get for him or her. The keyring will be customized with his or her name, and a figure that reminds you of him or her. There is a great chance that they will be smiling once they receive the gifts. Apart from that, making these personalized LEGO keyrings are usually affordable. They are also as party bag fillers. Let's say that you are throwing a party for your kid, there are a lot of things that come to mind. You may be wondering what food they will eat, where the party will hold, what the fun activities will be and so on, that you forget about the party bag fillers. People get confused about what to hand out in their party bag fillers. Should they have sweets, books, and so on? We all know that many kids are fans of anything LEGO. Let's your son or daughter is a fan of sets and bricks, do you know that you can create a themed party for him or her. The cakes could be of the theme, the foods, decorations, games and so much more. The part bag fillers could also stay true to the theme. You can consider getting the guests customized keyrings. You already know how many of them will be at the party and their names. With the information you have, you can create a key ring for all of them and hand them out, as they leave the party. It would be an intriguing gift and one that is unique. It won't be a bad idea if you add some uniqueness to your party. It is awesome for naming our kids' items It is no news that kids are playful and end up losing their items. When these items are mixed or lost, there is a great chance that you may not be able to pick the one that belongs to your kid easily because they are similar. To prevent your kid from taking the property of another kind, it is advisable to name them. You can do this by using a personalized key ring that has its name there. You could use them in naming your school bags, coats, gym kits and so on. The great thing is that you can choose whatever image or art that you want. Apart from that, the Mini Figure keyring is waterproof. You don't have to worry about it being eroded by water and the elements. Some personalized key chains that you can come across are: 3917: Red Brick Key Chain (Get it here) This type of key chain is made up of a brick of the red hue. It is quite affordable and gal under the theme of gear. It is quite simple and awesome for those that love simplicity. If you aren't a fan of simplicity, you may not fancy this key chain. 850152: Blue Brick Key Chain (Get it here) You can show the world that you are a lover of bricks and key chains with this type of key chain. This one has the word, LEGO written on it for those that are clueless about the universe to know that you are a connoisseur of anything brick. What better way can you show the world that you can't do without your bricks. 850808: Gold 2 x 4 Stud Key Chain (Get it here) When you think of gold, what comes to mind? There is a great chance that it is royalty. Do you know that you can bask in royalty, the LEGO type when you have the 850808: Gold 2 x 4 Stud Key Chain. Imagine walking down the streets with this, it will be an eye-popper. 852095: Yellow Brick Key Chain (Get it here) You can see bricks in different sets, working to form different shapes and toys. This is the case in this 852095: Yellow Brick Key Chain. If you are a fan of the yellow hue, you may fancy this type. One great thing about this is that it allows you to be unique without spending a lot. 852096: Brick Key Chain Green (Get it here) You can get a brick key chain in almost any color out there. LEGO has a set number for every one of them. If you are a lover of green and want your keys hanging through a unique brick chain, you should consider using this. It will leave you satisfied. 852097: Brick Key Chain Orange (Get it here) When you think of orange, your money definitely wanders to the orange color or the orange fruit. Anyway, both have similar hues. What if we told you that you could turn the world into your runway with the Orange 852097: Brick Key Chain. You can stop misplacing your keys. 852098: Brick Key Chain Black (Get it here) I love black. This color is one that I do not play with. When I came across this 852098: Black Brick Key Chain, I knew that I wanted to have it, and I got it. The color speaks to me, and that is why you will see a lot of black clothing in my closet. If you have a friend that is similar to me, it won't be a bad idea to get him or her this key chain to let them know that you know their preference. 852099: Lime Green Brick Key Chain (Get it here) Lime! Oh, Lime! Like its counterpart, orange, lime comes in both color and fruit, with both having the same hue. If you are a fan of lime green, there is a great chance that you won't mind having this. 852100: Brick Key Chain White (Get it here) When your mind wanders to white, there is a great chance that it is thinking about Immaculateness. Who wouldn't fancy this hue? I am a black and white type of person. This has made me employ the 852100: White Brick Key Chain for the keys that I rarely use, while the black brick key chain is meant to hold the keys that I always need. 852273: Brick Key Chain Pink (Get it here) People tend to think that the pink color is girly, but isn't that stereotypical. Who said that a masculine guy can't love the color? There are a number of men that are embracing this hue, and it looks fabulous on them. Whether you are a guy or a girl, it won't be a bad idea to get this key chain for yourself. Conclusion Key chains are created to hold our keys, add more class to our dressing, and so much more. 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While most of us see LEGO as toys, you will find it interesting to know that there are practical and creative ways you can make use of these plastics in your everyday life. Launched back in 1947, LEGO sets have offered limitless construction capabilities to people. This inspires people from around the world to continue to come up with creative projects that they can build with these LEGO sets. In fact, one smart teacher uses these LEGO sets to teach his students mathematics. To help you use LEGO in ways you probably may not have talked about, we have come up with genius and creative ways you can use LEGO sets and they include; 1. Use LEGO To Organize Cables Generally, cables are one of the many things homeowners deliberately forget to keep organized and arranged. Most of the time, these cables can become entangled and messed up to the point that it begins to greatly affect the aesthetics of your home. Surprisingly, you can use LEGO to keep your cables organized The figurines in these LEGO sets all come with a hand and they are perfect for holding your cables together. These figurines can be placed in strategic places to hold your cables. One of the most interesting things about using LEGO is that it does not just keep your cables organized, it also adds to the overall beauty of your home. Depending on how your home is, you can get a LEGO set and use the figurines to hold your cables. 2. Coasters Instead of spending hundreds of dollars on a coaster for your home, you could decide to use LEGO to make your coaster. To do this, you'll need to get your hands on thinner LEGO sets, then according to how you like them, you can build the coasters. To keep this simple, it is advised that you do not use more than two layers as this will make them heavier. To prevent leakage of any sort when you place your glass on the coaster, it is advised that you squeeze the sets together perfectly. Once this is done, you get yourself handmade, beautiful, and fully functional coasters. To make things interesting, you could decide to pick a set that shares the same color as your home painting. This will add to the aesthetic look and feel of your home and believe me, your visitors will not keep shut about your coasters. 3. Battleship Battleship is currently one of the best battle games out there. While this game according to most players is about luck, strategy implored by each player cannot be written off. For those who do not own the game, there are times you'd crave playing them. Instead of spending hundreds of dollars trying to order and wait for it to be delivered, you could simply use your LEGO to build this game. How? With your LEGO set and with the help of the internet, you can conveniently build this game in minutes. Since your LEGO set is available, all you have to do is build this game from scratch and enjoy it. To make things interesting, it is advised that you get a LEGO set (that is if you don't own a LEGO set already) with a variety of colors. This will make the building and playing experience one that you will cherish. 4. Bookends Generally, bookends are handy but you will agree with me when I say they can be boring and mundane. Aside from that, they limit your choice, indirectly forcing you to settle for one that does not suit your style. You will find it interesting to know that there is a way out for you. To get started, you need to get your hands on your favorite LEGO set and design something that you love. With LEGO sets, the possibilities are endless. You can decide to build something that will add to the aesthetic feel of your home. While you may decide to start building right now, it is important that you remember that you will need to see videos and also practice before you can get it right. If you're a LEGO lover already and you've built sets prior to this time, then it will be easier for you to get to work. First-timers may find it difficult to accomplish but will definitely love the final result. There are a number of other bookend designs you can choose from to give your bookshelf this beautiful look. 5. Bird Feeders Most people currently have bird feeders located somewhere close to their home. Watching birds pop by for a snack is a beautiful sight to behold. You get to learn more about birds and also enjoy the beauty of nature. If you have a bird feeder close to your home, then you'd agree that they look almost the same. They are quite boring. LEGO sets could bring it back to life. If you're one of those that love something unique, then you could decide to use LEGO to build a bird feeder that will attract all kinds of birds. This is a sight to behold and it will definitely add to the overall beauty of your home. To build this bird feeder, you may need to watch videos from the internet. This will make the process more convenient for you. 6. Business Card Holder Generally, a number of companies and establishments have their cards placed at strategic positions right in the reception hall. Most of the time, people do not pay attention to these cards because they are either not visible or is not attractive to look at. Instead of spending hundreds of dollars to create artworks with the business logo on it, LEGO sets could do the trick. To make your visitors look at your card, you will need to place them in a position that they can see. Also, something would have to attract or compel them to look in that position. LEGO sets offer you these. You can use LEGO figurines to hold your card. This cardholder will instantly grab the attention of any visitor and in the process ensuring that they read and know about the services your business offers. With these LEGO-themed cardholders, get to add to the overall beauty of your office as well as instantly grab the attention of your prospective clients or customers. It is a double win situation for you with these LEGO sets. 7. Electronic Case More people with phones and other electronic gadgets would love to have them covered with beautiful yet unique cases. This can be difficult to get as most of the cases available are almost the same. To set your computer or gadget apart from the others, you could decide to use LEGO. While this is quite complicated, it is possible and the end result is beautiful. This LEGO build is completely different from some of the others you have seen. Unlike some of the others, LEGO builds that involves bricks, this design is completely different from the others. To get started, you have to watch videos online to get an idea of how to complete this electronic case. 8. Use LEGO To Make Earrings This has to be one of the most creative ideas you'll find here. Like the other electronic case design mentioned above, this set is completely different from some of the others mentioned here. This brick set does not involve bricks, it is left for you to design whatever you love with this set. With this set, you can design earrings and also make nose studs, belly bars, and a wide range of other things. Most people refer to this creative idea as one of the most brilliant ideas anyone can choose from. 9. Teaching Maths With LEGO Generally, we are not all gifted at maths. For some people, they will need additional assistance to help them grasp numbers on a more personal level. There is every possibility that you've never thought that LEGO pieces can be used to help students learn maths effectively. While these LEGO pieces are particularly good for fractions and visual aids, they can also be used for subtraction, addition, and division. The use of LEGO sets to teach mathematics is something that is capable of benefiting both children and adults alike. Experts have revealed that this is one of the best mathematics teaching schools. 10. Fish Swimming Castle There are reports that more people are currently owning and caring for almost every fish type in the world. With this growing demand, it is only right that people get their hands on swimming tanks. One of the many problems with these swimming tanks is that they all look alike. They are boring and do not contribute in any way to the aesthetic feel of your home. To make things interesting, it is best that you make use of LEGO pieces to build one of the most beautiful swimming tanks you've seen. With your LEGO pieces, you can decide to build an amazing Super Mario themed tank that will add to the overall beauty of your home. One of the interesting things is that this is quite easy to build. For a professional builder, it would take less than 60 minutes to finish this set. 11. Gift Wrappers This can come in handy during the holiday season. There are times you may forget to get a gift wrapper and you are left with no option than to present the gift to the recipient like that. With LEGO pieces, you can conveniently build a gift wrapper that is beautiful yet capable of carrying the gift. With LEGO pieces as your gift wrapper, your recipient will definitely appreciate both the gift and the pieces itself. To build this amazing LEGO set, you have to watch videos on the internet. While this may take time, the end result will definitely blow your mind. 12. Star Wars Themed Guitar Owning this perfect piece would be something that a true Star Wars fan would treasure. Also, if you're a lover of guitar and happen to be a Star Wars fan, then this guitar will definitely mean more to you. Unlike most of the other creative LEGO ideas that we have discussed here, this idea needs determination, patience, zeal, and planning. If you're one that quickly gives up, then this may be difficult for you to build. While the guitar is not playable because it was made from LEGO pieces, there are strings and it adds to the beauty of your home or studio. This Star Wars Themed guitar instantly sends a message to anyone that sees it. 13. Decorating Your Christmas Tree With LEGO Pieces Until this moment, we've never fully understood how beautiful and versatile LEGO pieces are. While we know that you can create beautiful pieces with these LEGO sets, we didn't think it would be possible to do most of the things we've discussed here with these LEGO pieces. One of the most interesting things you can do with LEGO pieces is to make and decorate your Christmas tree. The Christmas season is one of those seasons where people would be trying to make the most beautiful decorations. It is also the best time for you to use LEGO pieces to decorate your tree. This is unique and beautiful. While designing your Christmas tree with LEGO pieces, you can ask your kids to help out too. This makes the entire process fun and also gives them this feeling that they are contributing to the good to the home. It is a fine way to teach your kids the importance of hard work. Currently, there are a number of Christmas tree options you can choose from. All of these options are easy to build and also fun. 14. Keyholders The keys are very important. Things could get worse if we misplace them. To prevent that from happening, it is best that you look for a keyholder. In addition to the mobile keyholder, you will also need one that can be used to hold your keys at home. Instead of spending money to get these holders, you can use your already existing LEGO pieces to build something amazing. With your LEGO pieces, you can easily build a key assembly to hold your keys together. You can make use of the figurines to hold these keys. To get started on this, you need to see a couple of videos on the internet or look up some of the pictures. This is a beautiful and organized way to keep your keys together. 15. Fancy Furnishing To give your home this beautiful and amazing feel and look, you will need to spend money on certain things. One of these things is fancy chairs and tables. To build this, you will need to have a large number of LEGO pieces. Also, you need to be patient as this may take time to build. With the appropriate colors, you could build yourself something that would be the envy of anyone who sees it. You could decide to build this in a separate room. To make things more interesting, you may decide to add lights. This will definitely give your home a new look. 16. Lampshade This is one of the most beautiful ideas you can try out. Instead of having to spend money on getting a lampshade, you can conveniently convert your LEG Lights pieces to a beautiful lampshade. To build this, you need to pay careful attention to how you place the sets. The pieces need to have gaps that will allow for the light to shine through. This is something that would look great in your room or even in your kids' bedroom. You can build this with your kids. 17. Jewelry Unknown to most people, you can use your LEGO pieces to build beautiful pieces of jewelry that you can gift to your loved ones. One of the interesting things about doing this is that your loved one will appreciate the time and effort you put into making those and will cherish them. You could copy from any of the necklaces you see in a store or you can build something unique. Whatever you decide to do, building jewelry with LEGO pieces helps you to save money. Conclusion LEGO sets have been designed for various reasons and that is why there is a variety of them in the market at the moment. If you like most people are tired of building the same thing all over again, the best thing to do would be to try out any of the genius ideas that have been listed here. LEGO sets have been designed for various reasons and that is why there is a variety of them in the market at the moment. If you like most people are tired of building the same thing all over again, the best thing to do would be to try out any of the genius ideas that have been listed here. ShareTweetPin itE-mail

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When you are packing to move to a different location, you might also be required to pack and transport LEGO sets as well. While packing your LEGO sets, a lot of care has to be taken, most especially, when you also have children at home. Sometimes, most people view the task of packing LEGO sets for a move to be straightforward. This is because all they just have to do is to look for plastic bags that are sealable where they can just put each piece, arrange the bags in boxes (cardboard), and seal up the whole containers. The truth is that this method of packing might be effective for LEGO sets which are not expensive, including those that have already been disassembled during packing, and the ones that are sentimentally not valuable in any way to your children and yourself. But, when you are about to pack LEGO sets that have sentimental value and expensive Lego sets ones that have been assembled or constructed already, you do not want to follow the packing method that was stated earlier, and never should you even try to follow it. In this article, we will give you a guide on how you can go about packing LEGO sets and how to pack Legos for moving that have been assembled when planning on moving. So, you have to keep reading so as to learn more. Things you should put into consideration about how to transport Lego sets There is one very essential thing that you need to put into consideration before you begin to pack your LEGO sets to make a move. It might be what you have been afraid to ask yourself just because the answer might not sound appealing to your ears. But, the truth is that you must do it before you start packing the sets. Must in move with all my LEGO sets? One thing for sure is that you and your family love LEGO, including everyone on the planet. Therefore, as a true lover of LEGO, you may have a very impressive, jaw-dropping, and classy collection in your home. The question to be considered is not if you will pack all of your LEGO sets and move with them or not, but, whether you should pack all of them or not. The best place for you to weigh, check, and know which LEGO set to move and which not to move, is in your home. Enter inside and crosscheck all your LEGO collection and then, you will know the LEGO sets that are worth your effort of packing. For some reason, a LEGO set might no longer be valuable to you. The main reasons are as follows: • Your children and even you yourself might no longer be interested in some particular sets, • Some pieces of the LEGO sets are missing or some parts might be broken, • The new place you are moving to might not be spacious enough for you to bring in all the LEGO sets you have. So, you need to be quick to make an inventory or a detailed list of all the LEGO sets which you have at hand, and then see if it is possible for you to sort out the best sets from your collection before it is time to start packing. If after your whole optimization and you conclude that some sets will not be moving with you, you may wish to: • GIFT IT, most especially, when you know of a person who is desperately in need of it. For example, it might be the son/daughter of your neighbor. Even if you have assembled the set twice, it will still be appreciated as a wonderful casual gift. • SELL IT, most especially if the LEGO set is still okay. With the profit you made from selling it, you can buy another set that you love. • GIVE IT AS A DONATION, most especially if the set is not expensive or if you cannot find some of its pieces anymore. You may decide to donate it to charity organizations, a child care center, or local kindergartens where they have an interest in LEGO sets, whether it is complete or not. Packing and moving with LEGO sets that have been disassembled Packing built LEGO sets to move is mostly a difficult aspect. We will still talk about how you can go about packing already-built LEGO sets in this article, but let us first discuss briefly how to transport Lego sets that have been disassembled or that are not yet built. • Prepare: The first thing you have to do is to prepare all the supplies that will be needed for packing. Get plastic bags that are sealable, good cardboard containers or packing paper (the soft one). It is most preferable to make use of the real LEGO cartons/boxes, but if they are nowhere to be found, then you can seek for other alternatives, such as paper boxes, plastic containers for storage, etc. • Placement: After making the necessary packing things ready, begin to place the pieces of the LEGO sets that have been disassembled inside the plastic bags that are sealable. If it happens that you have sorted each of the pieces by purpose, color, or type, then make use of different bags for each of them. Ensure that the bags are well sealed to prevent anything from falling off while moving, and always remember to place the instructions booklets as well. • Labeling: Always label every single plastic bag you used for packing and write the necessary things that will help you know which is which. For example, you can write the LEGO model of each of the LEGO sets. • Arrangement: Arrange the whole plastic bags carefully inside the containers that suit each bag. • Cushioning: Use the packing paper to cushion the plastic bags that have been filled with LEGO bricks to avoid them from shaking too much in the containers as too much shaking can cause damages to the bricks. • Sealing: Use high-quality tape to seal every single cardboard box. For plastic containers, still, you still have to use a small piece of tape to make the cover secure even after shutting the lids. Packing and moving with LEGO sets that have been built or assembled Packing LEGO sets that are already built safely is the toughest part. What makes this part of packing risky is because of the fragility of assembled LEGO sets. So, if they are not packed and moved properly, some of the parts might end up breaking. For some people, they may want to follow the packing steps that we mentioned above in order to move all their sets safely to their new home. Some other people may not want to disassemble their sets probably because they do not have that time to rebuild them all over again or for some other reasons. If you fall in this category, here is a step-by-step guide t help you pack and move your assembled sets safely: 1. The first thing you need to do before packing is to use a paintbrush that has soft bristles to dust your constructed LEGO sets, most especially, when they have stayed long on your shelf. 2. Before you pack, take a very good photograph of the built set so that you will find it very easy to rebuild even if it breaks down. 3. Remove the protruding fragile parts from the set, such as masts, robot antennas, etc. the reason is that these parts easily get damaged while transporting them. So remove and put them in plastic bags before transporting it together with the main set. 4. Tightly and carefully wrap the built LEGO set in Saran wrap or stretch wrap. This will make the main build to remain intact and no piece will fall off. 5. After bundling the set in a stretch wrap, cover it with a bubble wrap. This will serve as a shock absorber and it will provide enough cushioning for the build. Do not forget to make the bubble wrap secure with tape (Small pieces). 6. Place the LEGO sets that have been wrapped with plastic wraps inside containers that suit each size. Be sure to tightly arrange them to reduce the way they move while transporting them. Always remember to carry along the building instruction booklets. 7. Use a soft material like a packing paper, shipping peanuts, or bubble wraps to surround all sides of the built LEGO sets so as to properly cushion them and prevent them from hits while moving. 8. The lids of the containers must be well-closed and sealed shut. 9. Always label every single plastic bag you used for packing and write the necessary things that will help you know which is which. For example, you can write the LEGO model of each of the LEGO sets. You should also write “Handle with Care” and “Fragile” on every single cardboard box. 10. Lastly, look for the best alternative to move your boxes filled with LEGO sets. You can hire a company in your city or town that deals with moving. You may be fortunate to see a LEGO lover like you. With these helpful tips, you can now pack your LEGO sets, both assembled and disassembled, safely to your new home. ShareTweetPin itE-mail

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With the current popularity of LEGO sets, hundreds of YouTube channels have been created for the fans. In this article, we are going to highlight some of the top available LEGO YouTube channels in 2020. Below is a detailed list of the top channels. The official LEGO YouTube channel The first one we have on the list is the above-mentioned channel. The YouTuber aims to inspire future builders. Through this channel, you can now watch your most preferred minifigs from LEGO City, LEGO Ninjago, LEGO Elves, Star Wars, and many more. The stop-motion videos that are shown here will bring the characters to life. The channel has been in operation since 2005. In a day, you would be expecting to see up to 20 videos being released. Brick Builder for LEGO fans This is another good channel for LEGO fans. Here, the YouTuber makes and uploads videos that have to do with LEGO reviews, LEGO builds, and Minecraft animations. 3 videos are always released every day. LEGO influencers on YouTube • ZaziNombies Looking for a way to make your LEGO Creations dreams come true in 2020? This YouTube channel is great for you. Operating since the year 2009, it already has over 1.3 million followers and more than 400,000 views. BeyondTheBrick Since the year 2012, this YouTube channel has been showcasing great LEGO builders in the world and what they have created with the plastic bricks. By following this channel, you are sure to get at least one video in a day. MICHAELHICKOXFilms This YouTube channel has over 1.4 million followers and almost 100 million views. The YouTuber named Michael Hickox started to run it since the year 2009 and since then, he has been different kinds of LEGO videos. He creates many different themes of stop-motion LEGO videos and uploads just one in a month. He already has 172 video count. JK Brickworks This is a YouTube channel operated by a YouTuber who lives in Ottawa, Canada. He enjoys building with LEGO bricks. Through his channel, he shows the world his robotic and mechanical model creations. He tries to make his videos entertaining and at the same time, informative. You will be educated on how each model work and you will also be provided with detailed instructions on how to build. He started this channel in the year 2007 and since then, he has been uploading one video every week. He already has over 400,000 followers, close to 120 million views, and about 123 video count. FK Films This is operated by a YouTuber from the United States who usually creates different kinds of stop-motion LEGO videos including adventure, action, and funny videos. He has been running this channel since 2015. Since then, he already has more than 1.5 million followers, over 800 million views, and 97 video count. Conclusion There are many more YouTube channels for LEGO fans. But, through the above-mentioned channels, you will get everything you need to know about LEGO sets, review, build, and many more. Get the most out of your passion for LEGO in 2020. ShareTweetPin itE-mail

THE LEGO MOVIE METALBEARD'S DUEL (Amazon link) Metal Beard was replicated here and it comes from The Lego Movie. In the movie, Metal Beard lost a lot of his parts. He decided to make a new set of the body for himself, hence, he used parts of a Blackbeard and a RoboCop. This gave him the Blackbeard and RoboCop look. You can buy this for lower than twenty dollars. SUPERMAN: BATTLE OF SMALLVILLE (Amazon link) This goes for below sixty dollars, and it has a spaceship, three Kryptonian soldiers, Superman, as well as a military Jeep. It was created to come out during the same period as the Man of Steel movie. It is currently seen occupying the sixteenth position on Amazon’s bestselling Lego toy list. DISNEY PRINCESS: ARIEL'S MAGICAL KISS (Amazon link) This costs less than forty dollars. This belongs to the series that feature a number of Disney princesses. This set resembles the Mermaid movie scene, where the girl was kissed. You will see the minifigures of Prince Eric and Ariel. They bear so much resemblance to what you will see in the cartoon. Unfortunately, you won't see Sebastian and Flounder. POLICE PRISONER TRANSPORT (Amazon link) It costs below thirty dollars, and it reminds us of the police institution. You will see an attempt to break out from a police transport vehicle while it is in motion. You will notice a prisoner, an ATV and a prisoner transport van. If you have any of these sets, don't keep it hidden. I may be different, but I won't be caught dead hiding my bricks away. How can I show the world that I am a LEGO collector that knows his onion? For the pricey, hard to find and classic sets, access to them is usually meant for the few in my life that I love. For someone like me, that loves my set a lot, I try to make it stand out. I am sure that a lot of people are like me, and we fancy customized things. If I can afford a customized product, I always go for that option. I love having things that are different from what others have. This is one reason I use customized lighting bricks on my sets. You can't tell LEGO not to sell a particular set to other collectors and fans. What I do instead is to make mine stand apart from the crowd and look classy with LEGO lighting bricks. These bricks are capable of turning an ugly duckling into a queen. When you stare at a Modular building set, there is a great chance that you will love its appearance. It is out of this world. When you use a customized lighting brick for that particular Modular building set, it will shine bright like a diamond. A lighting brick for a set may not work for another set. Go through our catalog of awesome lighting bricks and there is a great chance you will see the one for your set. We try to update our catalog with new sets that are released. If you do not, contact us immediately. Take a walk through our catalog, and contact us. ShareTweetPin itE-mail

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You must have probably heard about one of the most popular children's toymakers, LEGO. Over the years, LEGO has been and is still a great opportunity to bring out the creative side of kids. It makes them artistic and lets them bring their imagination to life. Instead of letting those LEGO blocks lying around, you can put them to good creative use and the kids would be delighted to help. Here are 15 creative and practical ways to use LEGO: 1. Key Keeper: When last did you lose your keys? Well, you don't need to let it happen to you before you realize that you can use LEGO to construct a key keeper. You can hang it by your door and safely drop your key into it once you come home. This is better than letting these blocks lie around on the ground. If you're not careful enough, you may hurt your feet. You can easily make a key keeper by drilling a hole in one flat LEGO block so you can easily loop your keychain around it. You could make it in the form of a square basket so you could just drop your key in it. Try this out! 2. Kitchen Tabletop: This may be a large project but it is what doing as you can use the completed work for a lot of things. Note that you can customize this project with your specific designs, colors, and so on. When you're done, you can use it as your normal kitchen tabletop. The only difference is that this one is LEGO inspired. Place your cutlery bowl on it, cups, and so on. It would give your kitchen a decorative and creative look. 3. LEGO Lanterns: Lego lanterns are very easy to construct. You only need to create a simple box with Lego bricks. However, they should be clear or very close to being transparent. The next step is to put in an LED light and there you have it! You can use it to decorate your bedroom or sitting room. Of course, the LEGO blocks will make it quite a lovely sight to behold. 4. Fruit Bowl LEGO brings up a lot of hidden creativity and this is just one of it. Of course, you can create a fruit bowl from Lego bricks. It doesn't matter if you want to put in real fruits to set on your dining table or artificial fruits to display in your sitting room, it all works! You can create any size you want and use different colors of bricks to suit you. It all depends on what you want and how you want it to be. 5. Napkin Holder: This would be another great addition to your kitchen beauties. Create a napkin holder today with Lego and put your napkins in it. It is much better than letting those kitchen napkins lie around on your cabinets. Create a fancy napkin holder with Lego and arrange them beautifully inside it. 6. Office Desk Organizer: Of course, you can give your office that Lego touch by creating a desk organizer. Let's say it's just where you can stash in pens, markers, keys and any other office junk. In this way, your table would be free from all those junk and at the same time look very decorative too. You can design this any way you want it as regards the color of the bricks and size. You will also choose the perfect shape you want it to be. Unleash your inner creativity by creating this office desk organizer. 7. LEGO Safe: Thinking of a unique way to store in your valuables? You don't need to go in search of a box because you can create a Lego safe. It may interest you to know that a unique and original Lego brick can withstand about 950 pounds of pressure. This is the reason why your feet hurt you so much if you mistakenly step on them. Well, you can see that your valuables are safe. You could store in your jewelry, checkbook, keys and so on. You determine the right size and the perfect color combination for you. You can also figure out a way to include a lock in the safe just so you know it is completely safe. 8. LEGO Wall: To take Lego creativity to another level, you can turn your wall into an amazing combination. It's going to be hard work, yes but the final result is mind-blowing. First off, you have to gather as many Lego blocks as you can. Check your sitting room floor, bedroom, drawers and so on. Then, pick out the colors you intend to use. Well, you know exactly how you want the decoration to be so it may not be a big deal. Also, you know how wide and how long the wall needs to be so you'd work towards that. Putting Lego blocks together is not that difficult so you'd eventually get around it. When you're done, you can use it to demarcate space in your house or just leave it at one corner of your house. You'd be delighted at such beauty. Of course, visitors to your home would want to know the secret. 9. Do-it-yourself Wall Repair: LEGO bricks may just come in handy when you need to repair your wall. Yes, you don't need to call a professional for everything as you can just let your creative side get the best of you. Simply measure out where needs a repair and work with that. Afterward, you can put in the completed project in that space and there you have it. 10. Home Interior Design You can make your home Lego-themed by using Lego bricks for your interior decoration. Well, you might think that's weird until you see the actual work. Take those bricks off the ground, do something creative and stick it in corners of your house. It could be on the tabletop, on your television stand and anywhere at all in your home. You'll be delighted to see how much your interior decoration would change with a touch of creativity. 11. LEGO House Well, you can make an entire house from Lego and decorate your home with it. It could also be in your office or even your car, depending on the size. You only need to know how a typical house looks like which you know. Get the bricks and set to work. On completion, include it to your interior decoration by leaving it on the tabletop. 12. LEGO Christmas Ornaments You can make Christmas ornaments with those bricks lying around on the ground. Create reindeers, Christmas tree, gift boxes and so on. Yes, your Christmas can be an entire Lego affair. You only need to ensure they are ready before the Christmas period and the kids would love to help you out too. 13. BookEnds Looking for a way to keep those books together? You can easily make a DIY bookshelf from bricks. It may not necessarily be as big or large as a bookshelf but something to keep the books together. You can bring your inner creativity to life by making bookends. You're at liberty to choose your color combination and the right size you want. When you're done with the entire project, you can arrange your books on it. You can place it in your bedroom, study room or your office. 14. Flower Pots Make lovely flower pots with the bricks and you'd be glad you did. It would just be like any other flower put, with the only difference being that it is made of Lego bricks. If you're done with it, you can put in your soil and put your plant in it. You can also stick in natural flowers in it. This could be a great addition to your home. 15. Knife Stand Get a safe place for your knives today so the kids don't carry it off. Even if you stay alone and no one is going to carry your knives off, create a beautiful item to place them in. You can do this with bricks and you would be happy you did. Decide the shape you want it to be, the colors you want to use and the size you want it to be. On its completion, you can carefully place your knife or knives in it then put it on your kitchen table or cabinet. In all, Lego is a wonderful addition to the home. Whether it is just for the kids to play with or for a creative sense. Rather than letting those bricks lie about without use, you can put them to work with these ideas above. Of course, you'd love the result and look forward to creating more projects. Therefore, use your extra time to make your home, office, parties, and decoration a Lego-themed one. This you can do with the 15 creative and practical ways to use LEGO. ShareTweetPin itE-mail

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There are a lot of LEGO kits that almost ruined the companies they were produced from. For about 10 years, LEGO has survived from almost being bankrupt to having string sales and being very strong in releasing movies. But there are mistakes you shouldn’t make in 2020 to prevent being on the brink of bankruptcy A few of these mistakes included expensive, bad management and new products that were not popular. The leader of the LEGO company stated that he didn’t know the cost it took to create the bricks used to create the sets used for the LEGO products. It was also shocking how the sets which had fiber optic kits and micro-motor. Where both cases cost LEGO more to source than how the entire set was sold for. There is a list of the top 7 LEGO mistakes 1. LEGO Fiber Optic Set When making this particular LEGO set, the fiber optics that were used in creating this were plastics that were clear and they were used to connect it to a battery led light pack which was used to operate the LEGO optic set. When producing this LEGO set, it was unknown that the specialized parts of this LEGO set was more expensive to orifice than the amount the entire set was sold. So the lesson to be learned from this LEGO set is that it is best to produce the sets cheaper than the amount it would be sold. To gain enough profit and to not run into bankruptcy. 2. LEGO Znap (1998-99) The LEGO Znap line was created to be a reaction to the K’Nex which was an American toy company that was into the manufacturing of LEGO brick sets. Like Znap, K’Nex brick set pieces, it was highly elaborated than those of the normal LEGO Brick sets. Those let more creations and designs to be implemented. But with these LEGO Znap was not a strong enough competitor and was not able to catch on with the market. And to increase how bad the situation was, LEGO used the technic highly unprofitable motors in some of the sets. The lesson here is to prevent using sets that are not profitable in creating more LEGO sets to be sold. 3. Primo (1995-99) LEGO created a Duplo line which is created for young ones of age one to five years old. It has been present since the year 1975. The problem with this LEGO set is because after Primo was created, the children were not old enough to play with the normal Duplo bricks. And Duplo brick pieces were more compatible with LEGO pieces, unlike the Duplo line. It was later succeeded by the LEGO Baby and it was out of the market in the year 2005. This was because this market was not giving the company the necessary amount of funds. The lesson here is that as a LEGO brick set company, you should not produce LEGO pieces and assign them to people of a particular age if they are not ready or old enough to try out the brick pieces. Doing this has the possibility of destroying your market. 4. LEGO Scala After some thought, who knows why LEGO revived a hidden line from 1979 which was aimed at being purchased by young ladies. The only thing which kept the scala doll line to being attached to the LEGO brand was how some of the bricks in the playsets from the year 97-98 were the flower shapes that were not compatible with the other brick sets that were not compatible with LEGO. So the lesson here is to get LEGO shapes that would flow with the rest of the products produced by your LEGO set company. 5. Galidor (2002) Considered by Stafford, the Galidor line was popularly known to be LEGO’s worse crime. It was created from a kid’s show which has the same name and it was supposed to be a figure series with action stances but it had awkward arms that were interchangeable for characters. The sets for each of the lines have specialized parts that were too costly to create and they didn't look like a LEGO product in any way at all. A former McKinsey worker Jorgen Vig Knudstorp came and was able to save the company by being the CEO in the year 2004. He came and changed the series and told them they were wasting money. He scattered the numbers of the pieces of the LEGO bricks by 60: and started hiring designers that were talented and had a passion for the brand. These were the best people to employ rather than people with fine degrees and those that were smart. The lesson from this is that for your LEGO company to be successful, it is best you get those who are passionate and fans of the business and those who would be wise enough on how to handle the procedures necessary in running the operations. 6. Legends of Chima LEGO Sets This LEGO set was created by Stafford and it was highly successful because it was built by a great fan of LEGO and he was passionate about it. It also combined real stories that came with the feel of those who use LEGO toy sets. The lesson here just like the precious LEGO toy set is for creators to have passion for the LEGO you sets they produce. And to not make a mistake of hating the profession. 7. 7190 Millennium Falcon kit This falcon Millennium kit has a LEGO kit set that does not have complete pieces in it. And this is a problem for LEGO toy builders who wants to play with the LEGO kit set. This is because, without those two sets, the players of the kit set would be frustrated without the sets being complete. The lesson from this LEGO set is for you to make sure your LEGO brick set is always complete for those using it to feel satisfied. ShareTweetPin itE-mail

Giving is one of the best things anyone can do. It does not just bring joy to the giver, it brings the receiver this immense happiness and feeling that he or she is appreciated. Although most people would love to give more to the people in their lives as a way of telling them they're happy to have them, some have found it difficult picking the best gift. Some, for example, do not know the type of gift the other person would love to receive. However, careful observation will definitely help you pick out the best ones for them. If you notice that your friend is a LEGO lover, getting him a set will definitely not be a bad idea. Most people who have tried this have witnessed first hand the smile that lights up the receiver's face when they unbox the LEGO set. While there are a number of these sets, most people have found it quite difficult to pick one for either their adult friend of a lover, not to worry this piece will discuss some of the best LEGO gifts anyone can choose from. Best LEGO Gift For Boyfriend For those seeking to get the best LEGO set for their boyfriend who's also a lover of these sets, there are a couple of these sets you can get. They include; 1. LEGO Roller Coaster 10261 What's the essence of buying any of the coasters when your boyfriend could conveniently build one. This is a beautiful set that will afford him the opportunity to build an amazing coaster. One of the most interesting things about this set is that it is easy to make use of. If he's still learning how to build a set, you could get him this to make it faster for him. In addition to being an easy to set up LEGO set, it also comes with an amazing building experience that all would love. Additionally, this set is not very expensive. With little cash, you can get your loved one this amazing set. Most people have this belief that before you get someone a gift, it has to be expensive. This set is proof that you could get your loved one an amazing gift without having to break your bank to do so. In all this set is one that will not only capture the heart of your boyfriend but will show that you value him in your life. Main features: 1. Set Number: 10261-1 2. Pieces: 4124 3. Minifigures: 11 4. Released: 2018 5. Buy online: Amazon 2. LEGO Advent City Calendar 60235 The Christmas season is one of the best seasons to give gifts. Most people always count down to this day because they cannot wait to celebrate and have a good time with their loved ones, if you're one of those, then you should get this LEGO set for your lover. This calendar affords him the opportunity to build something that can help him wait for Christmas. One of the interesting things about this set is that each of the panels is stocked with amazing gift items like a camera, a megaphone, backpacks, and ice skate. If you're getting this set on any other season, then you could try out the other themed versions of the set. Like the other sets mentioned above, the Advent City Calendar is quite cheap and very easy to build. Main features: 1. Set Number: 60235 2. Pieces: 234 3. Minifigures: 8 4. Released: 2019 5. Buy online: Amazon 3. LEGO City Heavy Transport 60183 If you observe that your boyfriend is into big cars, then you could decide to get him this set. This is a 310 piece LEGO set that will afford him the opportunity to build either a flatbed trailer, a heavy truck, or even a tiny helicopter. One of the most interesting features of this set is that it affords your boyfriend the opportunity to put his imagination to good use. He can decide to create whatever he deems fit with this amazing set. In addition to being an amazing set, the LEGO City Heavy Transport set comes with a toolbox, a helicopter Minifigure who's charged with the responsibility of piloting it, it comes with a driver for the truck, and a chain. Depending on the creative level of your boyfriend, he can decide to build either a truck or trailer and have it joined to the oil barrel. There are a couple of features that set this boyfriend set apart from some of the others and they include; • It has a large box capable of storing together all the assembled or built parts of the set. Irrespective of what you decide to build, you can have them stored conveniently in the box. • To enable the building of this set, the makers have included well written and articulated instruction leaflets that will guide him on every step of the building process. • As an added feature, the pieces of this set all come with amazing and bright colors, adding to the aesthetic feel of whatever he decides to build. Main features: 1. Set Number: 60183 2. Pieces: 310 3. Minifigures: 2 4. Released: 2018 5. Buy online: Amazon 4. LEGO Porsche 911 GT3 RS 42056 While you cannot afford to get him the Porsche 911, you can get the exact replica of this high-performance vehicle when you opt for the Technic set. Just like the Porsche, the Porsche 911 set is a high-performance set that comes with all the amazing features you will find in a real Porsche. First, its engine and interior are designed to look like the real version of the vehicle. While most of the Technic car sets come with one cylinder engine box, this set comes with a six-cylinder engine and working steering that gives your boyfriend the opportunity to control and move the first two wheels. Unlike the Porsche 911, this LEGO Porsche set can fit perfectly into your shelf and you can also tell people you got your boyfriend a Porsche. If your boyfriend is a LEGO and a car lover, getting him this set will definitely mean so much. In addition to some of the features mentioned, this set comes with an instruction leaflet containing a detailed and step by step process on how best you can build this set. This set is also not too expensive. Main features: 1. Set Number: 42056 2. Pieces: 2704 3. Minifigures: 0 4. Released: 2016 5. Buy online: Amazon 6. Get special lights: Game of Bricks Store 5. LEGO R2-D2 10225 As clearly stated earlier, when it comes to giving your loved ones gifts, observation is of utmost importance. If you see that your boyfriend is an ardent fan of Star Wars, then, by all means, you should get this Star Wars-themed set. If you're also a fan of this movie franchise, then you should get this set. During the building process, you two can reminisce about how amazing the movie was. This set offers him the opportunity to build the Druid gunship which was first seen on the 2005 film of this movie franchise. While building the gunship, you'll find out that it is filled with missiles, ammunition, and cannon batteries that will help you secure and defend the ship from incoming opposition. It is definitely an amazing set that all will love to own and build. Like the others, it comes with a well-detailed and simple to understand instruction leaflet that will guide him each step of the way. This set like the others mentioned above is not too expensive to acquire. It is another proof that you do not have to break a bank to give your loved one a memorable gift. Main features: 1. Set Number: 10225 2. Pieces: 2127 3. Minifigures: 1 4. Released: May 1, 2012 5. Buy online: Amazon 6. Get special lights: Game of Bricks Store LEGO Gifts For Adults Are you looking for an amazing LEGO Gift for Adults? You can to the right place! This adult gift list actually fits all ages but the sets below are always a perfect treat for any adult out there! 1. LEGO Millennium Falcon 75192 This is a 7,500 piece product and it is currently the largest set ever produced by the brand. It comes with four different minifigures, buildable porgs, and an informational plaque. This is a complete Star Wars-themed product that offers you the opportunity to build the millennium falcon which has been designed with some of the most detailed exteriors you will ever see in a branded LEGO product. This is perfect for the biggest Star Wars fan looking to recreate this amazing show. Main features: 1. Set Number: 75192 2. Pieces: 7541 3. Minifigures: 8 4. Released: October 1, 2017 5. Buy online: LEGO Store 6. Get special lights: Game of Bricks Store 2. LEGO 1989 Batmobile 76139 This is a particularly interesting piece for some of the biggest fans of the Gotham City hero, Batman. Unlike anything you've seen, this branded product comes with 3,300 pieces. One of the most interesting things anyone who has tried unboxing this set will see is the over 24 different bags found in the box. These bags contain different pieces of about 130 to 140 of them all used to build different areas of this product. This is done to ensure that builders do not have a hard time setting up this beautiful Gotham City hero. This box has been designed especially for all Batman fans across the world. While the separation of these pieces into different bags makes the building process quite easy for new builders, expert builders will find it quite irritating to have to open a new bag every 15 minutes. Also found in the box is an instruction booklet as well as the needed stickers all packed carefully in one of the bags. While most of the other LEGO products come with an 8 to 10 paged instruction booklet, this product happens to differ in that regard. The instruction booklet is well detailed with all the necessary information about Batman and his vehicles as well as how he has saved the city many times from criminals and other mutants. Main features: 1. Set Number: 76139 2. Pieces: 3306 3. Minifigures: 3 4. Released: 7th November, 2019 5. Buy online: LEGO Store 6. Get special lights: Game of Bricks Store 3. LEGO BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 42063 This is a truly beautiful set that has been designed in collaboration with BMW. Like the original replica, the BMW R 1200 GS has been designed with the most amazing features you will see in any motorbike. Being a product of the LEGO Technic brand, this amazing motorbike affords you the opportunity to build it right from scratch. There are a number of pieces in this box most of them packed together in different bags to make the building process quite easy for you. When you see the BMW R 1200 GS for the first time, the box and front cover will definitely blow your mind. If you're looking to get your hands on an amazing product that with higher building experience, then this set should definitely top your list. It comes with all the necessary features every LEGO lover will love to see in any branded Technic product. Main features: 1. Set Number: 42063 2. Pieces: 603 3. Minifigures: 0 4. Released: 21 December, 2016 5. Buy online: Amazon 6. Get special lights: Game of Bricks Store 4. LEGO Rough Terrain Crane 42082 Dubbed the largest and tallest Technic crane ever produced, this is an amazing crane that features immense and exciting gameplay and building experience. This crane gives you total control, all you have to do is simply activate the power function. The power function helps to control the upper and lower functions of this beautiful Technic product. Some of the other features of this set include the 4 wheel steering, V8 engine, 4 wheel drive, and also a moving piston and ring. In addition to this, it comes with adjustable wing mirrors and a cab door that you can open whenever you see fit. Like most of the cranes, the Terrain Crane comes with a compartment or storage box that contains a number of tools and chains. You're sure of getting an amazing building experience when you opt for this amazing LEGO Crane set. Main features: 1. Set Number: 42082 2. Pieces: 4057 3. Minifigures: 0 4. Released: 1 August, 2018 5. Buy online: LEGO Store 6. Get special lights: Game of Bricks Store 5. LEGO Central Perk 21319 With over 1,070 pieces, this is a replica of the TV Show Friends. This product comes with an instruction booklet that contains well-written information about what the show is all about. This is to ensure that people who've not seen the show could get an idea of what it is before getting into the building process. Unlike any of the sets you have seen, the Central Perk comes with 8 different minifigures each of them sporting different attires and bearing different names. Being a replica of the sitcom, these minifigures represent the predominant characters in the show. The Central Perk layout is pretty interesting to see and has been designed with the right tools. It is a fantastic set that will afford you the opportunity to recreate the central perk as well as the famous coffee shop found in the original movie. If you're looking to get your hands on an amazing set with an exciting building experience, then you should get this piece. Main features: 1. Set Number: 21319 2. Pieces: 1070 3. Minifigures: 7 4. Released: 1 September, 2019 5. Buy online: LEGO Store 6. Get special lights: Game of Bricks Store 6. LEGO Stranger Things 75810 Made up of about 2,287 pieces, the Stranger Things set comes with an amazing 8 minifigures each of them adorned with different attires. This is a replica of the Netflix show and it captures the true essence of the show by featuring some of the tiny or insignificant facts that ordinarily would have been overlooked. One of the main features of Stranger Things includes the police truck which you will have to build from scratch. Just like the original TV show, there is a living room filled with alphabets that light up the room. As mentioned earlier, this is a detailed set and this is evident in Will's bedroom. It captures even the most minute detail found in the bedroom. This is a truly beautiful set. Main features: 1. Set Number: 75810 2. Pieces: 2287 3. Minifigures: 8 4. Released: May 15, 2019 5. Buy online: LEGO Store 6. Get special lights: Game of Bricks Store 7. LEGO James Bond Aston Martin DB5 10262 One of the most interesting things about this set is that it affords you the opportunity to build the car that Bond drives. You can flick the plate number as you wish. Like the original James Bond vehicle, this one comes with the bulletproof screen and also a number of sophisticated machine guns that you can try out. It is truly an amazing set that brings back old memories of the Bond movies you saw as a kid. Like most of the other sets mentioned above, it comes with an instruction leaflet that contains well written and well-detailed step by step building guide. It is also not an expensive set to get for your adult friend who loves the James Bond movies. Main features: 1. Set Number: 10262 2. Pieces: 1290 3. Minifigures: 0 4. Released: August 8, 2018 5. Buy Online: LEGO Store 6. Get special lights: Game of Bricks Store Amazing Gifts For LEGO Collectors While we have discussed some of the best LEGO gifts you can get for your boyfriend and gift for adults this section will discuss some of the best sets for collectors. Whether you are getting this set for yourself or any of your adult friends, they are a few of the best sets to get your hands on. 1. LEGO Car Chassis 853 With 601 pieces, this Technic LEGO set released in 1977 is an amazing Technic set that comes with all the features that are associated with the Technic brand. This amazing and super fast car has some of the best features you'll find in a set. First, it comes with adjustable seats, a 2-speed transmission, as well as cylinder in-line engine. This set happens to one of the very few sets designed with an engine. Interestingly, the front seats of this set can be steered and are capable of building some of the fastest cars available. This set has been designed with a list of functionalities that any adult lover would really love to see in a set. Main features: 1. Set Number: 853 2. Pieces: 601 3. Minifigures: 0 4. Released: 1977 2. LEGO Mobile Crane 855 This is one amazing and well-designed Technic set that was released in 1978, making it one of the best and biggest sets to be released that period. With 512 pieces, this set offer all adult LEGO lovers an opportunity to build a number of things. Like most of the other sets mentioned in this article, the Mobile Crane comes with a building instruction leaflet that all should read and follow carefully if they are to enjoy making use of this set. Aside from the fact that this set affords you the opportunity to build a plethora of cars, there is a long list of features that you will definitely benefit from when you opt for this old yet relevant set. This set is perfectly suited for your adult friend that has an interest in vehicles. The number of pieces available in this set is one of the best reasons why it makes this list. It affords you the opportunity to build a number of things. Main features: 1. Set Number: 855-1 2. Pieces: 512 3. Minifigures: 0 4. Released: 1978 3. LEGO Motorbike With Side Car 857 Designed with a single-cylinder engine, the Motorbike with sidecar set for adults comes with 409 different pieces, thus, offering you a wide range of building options. This adult Technic set comes with some of the most amazing parts that make up an ideal set. Like some of the other adults' sets that have been mentioned in this piece, the Motorbike Sidecar comes with steering that enables you to move around. The launch of this set has been linked to the launch of a number of other motorbike sets. With a single-cylinder engine, this set does not have a suspension. However, there is a "kick start" feature attached to it. Most people that have used this old yet very attractive and relevant set have attested to its amazing building experience. Like the other adult sets available in the market, this set is not very easy to build neither is it hard to build. There is a balance between the difficulty level. This makes it one of the best adult set gifts you can get yourself or your friend right now. Main features: 1. Set Number: 857-1 2. Pieces: 409 3. Minifigures: 0 4. Released: 1979 4. LEGO Bulldozer 856 With 372 pieces, the Bulldozer Technic set was released in 1979 along with the 951 Bulldozer Technic set which is also a fantastic adult set. Like the other sets, this set has a couple of outstanding features that will definitely endear all set lovers. • This set has been designed with a number of useful components that contribute to making it one of the most sought after sets designed. • Another of the many features of this set is that it comes with a gear which helps to transfer rotary power. In essence, this LEGO set affords adult set lovers the opportunity to build a number of cars from it. If you love spending time on these sets, then this 372 piece would be a perfect fit for you or your adult friend. Main features: 1. Set Number: 856-1 2. Pieces: 372 3. Minifigures: 0 4. Released: 1979 5. LEGO Farm Tractor 952 Released in 1978 as one of the leading LEGO sets, the Farm Factor set has an overall 316 pieces which add to the building experienced builders stand to gain from it. Like some of the other adult sets that are mentioned here, this set comes with steering that is used to steer the first two wheels of the tractor. Other cool features of this set are; • the PTO and the three (3) point hitch. • In addition to these amazing features, this set comes with additional parts that can be used to build a couple of other pieces of equipment or gear that you could conveniently hook on the tractor to make it more interesting. In general, this set has an amazing building experience, offers LEGO lovers from around the world value for their money, and also has an impressive general Technic set rating. If you grew up on a farm and used to some of the many farm tools, then this set is for you as it reminds you of the memorable time you had on the farm. Main features: 1. Set Number: 952-1 2. Pieces: 316 3. Minifigures: 0 4. Released: 1978 6. LEGO Auto Engines 8858 While we have mentioned a couple of automobile LEGO sets that adults can choose from, the Auto Engines set is an amazing set too. Released as one of the most advanced sets of this innovative brand, this set affords you the opportunity to build car engines. This set is completely different from most of the others we've mentioned here. While you can build cars, motorbikes, and tractors with those sets, the Auto Engines set affords you the exclusive opportunity to venture into the building of cars or automobile engines. With a total set piece of 242, some who have made use of this set have claimed that it is capable of being hooked or joined to the engine of any of the recent electric motor cars. Main features: 1. Set Number: 8858 2. Pieces: 242 3. Minifigures: 0 4. Released: 1980 James Bond is one of the best movie franchises in history. Dubbed 007, James Bond has been identified as one of the top fictional characters in movie history. While we all love to watch James Bond movies, it is a whole lot of fun if we get the opportunity to build this movie and most of its characters. Personalized LEGO Gifts While we've discussed some of the best LEGO gifts for your boyfriend and adult friends, in this section, we'll take a look at some of the personalized LEGO gift sets you can choose from. These sets are referred to as personalized because they afford you the opportunity to design them to fit your personality or style. A number of these sets include; 1. LEGO 3D Name Sign This is an amazing personalized LEGO set designed for all to make use of. This set comes in about 8 different color options, thus, offering you a more beautiful set. Depending on your color preference, you can build this set with the colors you love and have it placed in your home. One of the interesting things about this set is that you can build a name or word that is as long as 12 letters. This could be a perfect gift for your kids, it could help them learn how to spell not just their names but that of others in the family. Also during family gatherings and dinners, this set could be used to decorate the home to give it a more personalized feel and look. This set is truly one of the best sets out there. It comes with an instruction leaflet that contains a list of steps to take if you want to conveniently build your set. 2. LEGO Door Sign This is another beautiful and interesting LEGO set anyone can try out. As the name implies, this set can be bought for your kids to help them learn how to write their names and have it hanged on their room doors. This set comes with different colors that you can choose from. Also, you have the right to customize the size, the words, and also the shape of the letters. You're in total control of this set when you get it. Instead of simply using a marker or a printed paper to write down the name of each of your children to hang on their rooms, getting this set for them during the Christmas season or their birthday will mean so much to them. If they're first time LEGO builders, there is an instruction leaflet found in the box. If they cannot read properly, you could give them a helping hand. This is also a perfect time to bond with your kids over something that you both have an interest in. You can never go wrong with this set. 3. LEGO Travel Box This is an amazing set that is not just cute but has a real use. This set can come in handy when you're traveling. It could be used to store your clothes and other precious items. Like the two other personalized sets mentioned above, this set can be customized to meet your personal preference. You can customize the shape, size, and color of the set. While this set comes with two color options for you to choose from, you can choose the font style and also the predominant color yourself. It is truly an amazing personalized LEGO gift that you can get for anyone right now and in the months and weeks to come. Like some of the other sets mentioned in this piece, the Travel Box set comes with an instruction booklet that contains helpful information on how to build this set. Also, the box is wide enough to contain the travel box set after it has been assembled together. Conclusion In general, these LEGO sets mentioned here are perfect gifts for your loved ones. However, it is advised that you take into consideration their interest before getting them any of these sets. ShareTweetPin itE-mail

Trolls is a wonderful movie that discusses beauty and happiness. It follows the exploits of Princess Poppy, the troll princess, and Branch as they try to rescue their friends and save their village from being destroyed by the Bergens. The Bergens are big creatures who eat Trolls to be happy. On the Bergens side, we have the Prince, now King Gristle Jr. who thinks he will only be happy when he eats a troll but he finds love and happiness with Bridget, a maid in the palace. Bridget has always had a crush on Gristle Jr and she even endures a Princess Poppy makeover before she goes on their date. Eventually, she is revealed to be the maid but Gristle Jr realizes that he still likes her. Fuzzy, Warm and All-Round Feel-Good Movie The movie is very heartwarming with themes of friendship and love interwoven into the fabric of the story. Since its release in 2017, it has garnered a lot of support. Merchandise has been released by DreamWorks in support of the movie. There are plush toys, clothes, stationery and a lot of other products bolding wearing Trolls fan art or the logo. Due to the massive success of the movie, there is a sequel coming out in 2020. This sequel is called Trolls World Tour and it is set for release in April 2020. The synopsis available online says that it'll explore the music aspect of the Trolls community. Princess Poppy discovers that there are more Troll communities (tribes) and while her community favors pop music, there are five other communities who use country, funk, techno, rock and classical respectively. We can definitely expect a lot more singing. While we wait for the movie, LEGO has just released a huge announcement concerning the Trolls World Tour movie. LEGO is set to release a Trolls World Tour collection. This LEGO Trolls World Tour collection contains six different sets some of which are actual locations or items that will be featured in the upcoming movie. The official LEGO Instagram account posted pictures showing these sets in their completed state. This collection is set to be released in January, three months before the movie hits the theatres. A LEGO Trolls World Unveiled The six LEGO Trolls World Tour sets are extremely affordable and they have several Minifigures. If you're a fan of the Trolls movie, you should definitely consider investing in this set. As earlier said there are six sets in this collection and here they are outlined, just for you: 1. LEGO Trolls 41250 Techno Reef Dance Party Techno Reef Dance Party - This is our first glance at the Techno Troll tribe. This is where the up-tempo dance party happens. The LEGO Trolls World Tour set is fully equipped with DJ equipment including blocks that imitate bright lights and a turntable. The stage is equipped with a slide that is meant to make the party even more fun. The best thing about the LEGO Trolls World Tour collection is how colorful and bright every single set is. We can't stop this feeling of excitement! Join the Trolls in this up-tempo party for $19.99. Main Features: 1. Name: Techno Reef Dance Party 2. Set number: 41250 3. Pieces: 159 4. Minifigures: 1 (Mermaid) 5. Price: $19.99 Here is how box will look like: 2. LEGO Trolls 41251 Poppy’s Pod Poppy's Pod - If you're a fan of Princess Poppy (who isn't?!) then you're going to love this set. Create your own Princess Poppy pod. It is ultra-pink just like her hair. It has 103 pieces and a Princess Poppy Minifigure. The set has lots of bright colors including a large flower and a fully furnished Poppy pod. The pod has a bed, a cabinet, and a little treasure chest. Poppy's Ultra-Pink Pod goes for $19.99. Main Features: 1. Name: Poppy's Pod 2. Set number: 41251 3. Pieces: 103 4. Minifigures: 1 (Poppy) 5. Price: $19.99 Here is how box will look like: 3. LEGO Trolls 41252 Poppy's Hot Air Balloon Adventure Poppy’s Air Balloon Adventure - This Hot Air Balloon is the one that she and Branch will use during their adventure. It is a bright pink color which is to be expected and it comes with minifigures of Princess Poppy and Branch. The Hot Air Balloon is brightly decorated with flowers adorning the sides and we can also see flowers on the gondola which is the little basket the balloon carries. Go on this adventure with Princess Poppy and Branch in their beautiful Hot-Air Balloon for only $29.99. Main Features: 1. Name: Poppy’s Air Balloon Adventure 2. Set number: 41252 3. Pieces: 250 4. Minifigures: 3 (Poppy, Branch, Biggie) 5. Price: $29.99 Here is how box will look like: 4.LEGO Trolls 41253 Lonesome Flats Rafting Adventure Lonesome Flats Raft Adventure - For $29.99 you can get this LEGO Trolls set that comes with Princess Poppy and Branch Minifigures. It also comes with the Minifigure of a brand-new character! Hickory who is a part of the Trolls that favor the Country genre of music. These construction sets are a peek into the Trolls World Tour movie that will come out in April 2020. Main Features: 1. Name: Poppy’s Air Balloon Adventure 2. Set number: 41253 3. Pieces: 173 4. Minifigures: 3 (Poppy, Branch, Hickory) 5. Price: $29.99 Here is how the box will look like: 5. LEGO Trolls 41254 Volcano Rock City Volcano Rock City - This is the home of Queen Barb and King Thrash, two rockers who think Rock music is superior to all other kinds of music. This set is also a replica of the Volcano Rock City in the upcoming movie. The stage and the design are very grunge and rock music centered. This LEGO Trolls World Tour set is one of the more expensive sets. It will be available at $39.99. Main Features: 1. Name: Volcano Rock City 2. Set number: 41254 3. Pieces: 387 4. Minifigures: 3 (Poppy, Branch, Barb) 5. Price: $39.99 Here is how the box will look like: 6. LEGO Trolls 41255 Pop Village Celebration Pop Village Celebration - Finally we have the bright and colorful pop village. This set comes with several Minifigures and detailed designs. It is the most expensive set in the collection at $49.99 however it is also the most detailed. With a mixture of purple, yellow, pink and blue, the Pop Village is definitely on its way to becoming a fan favorite. Main Features: 1. Name: Pop Village Celebration 2. Set number: 41255 3. Pieces: 380 4. Minifigures: 5 (Poppy, Branch, Cooper, Guy Diamond, Tiny Diamond) 5. Price: $49.99 Here is how the box will look like: Seventh set? LEGO also released a seventh image but the details on this image are currently unknown. There are no visible Minifigures but it certainly looks like it belongs with the LEGO Trolls World Tour collection. Conclusion LEGO has collaborated with several movies and companies to release a large number of sets. We have Star Wars and Disney sets, the Joker House LEGO set from the Batman movie and even a LEGO movie. LEGO definitely has a lot of experience in dealing with feedback and providing sets that people love and enjoy. If they were unable to do this, they wouldn't be here after over 70 years of production. Reactions are mixed concerning this LEGO set. Some people have expressed their love saying they like it and some have expressed their disappointment. Regardless of the opinions of others, it is best for you to make your own decisions so take a look at the LEGO Trolls World Tour collection and let us know how you feel in the comment section. ShareTweetPin itE-mail

This post will show you how to make the basic Palm tree. Thankfully TLG has created many pieces for palm trees but there are still some tweaks that do wonders. First, you need a stable platform for building. Then I start building the trunk of the tree with the palm tree pieces (http://www.bricklink.com/catalogItem.asp?P=2536) It doesn't have to be too tall. When I've reached a height I'm satisfied with I place a 1x1 round plate inside the last trunk piece. This ensures that the 4L bar doesn't slide down the trunk pieces. Yup. ;) Okay, Next I add one 1x1 round brick on top of the 1x1 round while still inside the trunk top piece, and inside of the 1x1 round brick I place a 4L bar (The type used for minifig ax shafts.) Then I get my regular LEGO bush piece, (dark tan works best, although green looks okay too.) As you can see there is a hole in the center. And we just stick it on top of the whole tree trunk. Then, I'll put a Technic half pin in the base of the bush. This will provide a spot to put the Palm tree top piece. (http://www.bricklink.com/catalogItem.asp?P=2566) Before I place the top piece, I add one dark tan palm leaf piece just below the main prongs of the top piece. Then, I'll attach it to the base of the bush, as shown. I usually add two dark tan leaves to the tree before adding green leaves. (Yours doesn't have to bend quite so far down, just make sure it's well out of the way to leave room for the green ones.) Then, I will begin to add green palm leaf pieces. Be sure to add them so they form right angles, you can fit on more pieces that way. Three pieces fit well. but for the fourth one you will need to attach it at an upward angle. I can fit one more leaf on the very top. It points almost straight up. And you've done it! A very detailed palm tree. :) This tree technique can be done in many different shapes or sizes, I've simply given you the basics with which you can make your own variations. Thanks for taking the time to look this! If you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment. In fact, comment if you like the tree. :)

LEGO Minifigures were introduced in 1978 and have since then become the most-beloved toys in the world. These Minifigures, also called "minifigs" are imaginative and educational collectibles, hence the high demand for them. LEGO Minifigs are made from anthropomorphized plastics, made into original characters with clothing and facial designs. Each LEGO Minifigure series contain 16 different minifigs, some contain 9 while others have up to 22. If you are looking to build your own LEGO Minifigs collection, we have created a list of the most popular and rarest LEGO Minifigures you should know about. The Most-Popular LEGO Minifigures 1. Classic Space Astronauts (Amazon link) The classic space astronauts belong to the Space theme - one of the most popular LEGO themes. These LEGO minifigs can be found on every toy shelf; this could be a factor of their imaginative design and play. These Minifigures are a way LEGO showed us that an engaging design can come in the simplest ways. The Classic Astronauts have a simple design and were initially made available in red and white, and later in yellow, blue, and black. They were the first astronauts from the space theme released in 1978. The classic space astronauts had stickers in matching colors on their torso. Few facts; They are available in 5 different spacesuit colors- white, red, black, yellow, and blue. The minifig designs have remained unchanged. These astronauts have air tanks, smiley faces, a rocket circling the moon as a chest emblem, and a one-color spacesuit. 2. Indiana Jones (Amazon link) Indiana Jones is a popular LEGO Minifigure released in 2008. He is a professor and adventurer, and the lead character of the Indiana Jones theme. His custom outfit is a fedora, tan pants, flesh-colored face, a dark brown jacket over his torso, and a shoulder bag. Indiana Jones's most common weapon is a whip. Indiana Jones Minifigure was named after a popular Hollywood movie character. LEGO Indiana Jones has a few different variations including the Regular with an Open-mouthed grin, Desert, Tuxedo, Grey suit. This Minifigure set is a favorite of many. It recorded a large sale and boosted LEGO profit robustly when it was released in 2008. 3. San Diego Comic-Con Superheroes Superheroes are a big genre in entertainment. In 2012, LEGO created minifigs out of San Diego comic superheroes. Initially, LEGO made a limited edition series of only 1,000 pieces of four superhero Minifigures. The characters were DC comics' Bizarro and Shazam, Marvel's Venom and Phoenix. The San Diego Comic-Con Superheroes were displayed on unique cards resembling comic book covers. A small brick was included in the design to help the superhero minifigs stand. 4. Blacktron (Amazon link) Blacktron is a set of rebellious astronauts of the space theme. The astronaut minifigs in shiny black uniforms are the scoundrels and thieves of the LEGO minifigs. They are stylish and intimidating, rather considered a step up from the simple design of Classic Space Astronauts. As the bad guys theme, it featured a large spacecraft- The Renegade. LEGO released Blacktron II or Blacktron Future Generation in 1991. Blacktron II has a slightly different color scheme, which suggests an upgrade era between Blacktron I and Blacktron II. Blacktron minifigs were featured as prisoners on Space Police I. 5. Mr. Gold Exclusive (Series 10) Mr. Gold Exclusive: series 10 was released in 2013. It is an exclusive gold-chrome plated Minifigure, which is one the most popular and most wanted LEGO Minifigs. Although Mr.Gold is popular worldwide, it is rare because only 5,000 pieces were made. 6. Darth Vader (Amazon link) Darth Vadar, also known as Lord Vadar is a very popular minifig and one of the most interesting LEGO minifigs. It has featured in 17 LEGO sets, so it's quite popular. Darth Vader is a Star Wars minifig released in 1999, with 14 variations currently. LEGO designed this minifig to perfectly capture the attribute of the famous Star Wars character, Darth Vader. Darth Vader minifig has a cute button and a removable helmet you can take off to see his adorable face. He made a cameo in Indiana Jones and has featured in all LEGO Star Wars Video games as the last lockable character (the hardest Star Wars character to unlock). Darth Vadar is loved by both LEGO collectors and gamers. 7. Luke Skywalker (Amazon link) Luke Skywalker minifig was introduced in 1999 in the Classic Star Wars line. He is one of the major characters and the main protagonist. Luke Skywalker beats Darth Vader in the number of features as he has featured in 28 sets. He is the first Lego Minifigure to be licensed. LEGO has made up to 29 versions of Luke Skywalker since 1999. The popularity of Luke in Star Wars made it a popular gift among Star Wars fans. Luke Skywalker made a cameo in Indiana Jones (The Original Adventure) as one of the five hidden characters to be found in order to unlock Han Solo. He also featured in The Video Game and LEGO Star Wars II as The Original Trilogy Tatooine, with a variant appearance. 8. Black Falcon (Amazon link) Black Falcon belongs to LEGO's Castle theme, which featured two great factions; the Castle Soldier and the Black Falcons. The Black Falcon is the faction with the coolest designs; in black, blue, and silver. Black Falcons were introduced alongside the Crusaders in 1984 when LEGO did a relaunch for their Castle theme. One of the first sets of Black Falcons released included a 6073 Knight's Castle, which was smaller than that of the crusaders- the 6080 King's castle. The Black Falcon soldiers had helmets, arms and legs, a crested blue torso, and a black/white falcon. The knights wore a breastplate torso in either blue or black and a fixed face grill helmet. The Black Falcon owned two castles and a small wall segment. Rare LEGO Minifigures Here is the list of rare LEGO Minifigures: 1. 14K gold Boba Fett These Minifigures are the rarest of them all. Only two pieces were made and enclosed within an exclusive Boba Fett set. The two pieces were given away at the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con. Each of the 2 sets contains a sterling silver minifig and gold plated one. The fact that only two pieces of this Minifigure were produced made them the rarest LEGO Minifigure to date. 2. Mr. Gold Exclusive (Series 10) In 2013, LEGO released Mr. Gold; Series 10, an exclusive gold plated Minifigure. Only 5000 pieces of Mr. Gold Exclusive was made worldwide, making it one of the rarest LEGO minifigs known. He is almost completely golden, except his white hands. He is shinning and golden from the top of his golden hat, golden face, golden torso, golden tuxedo, to his golden legs. Mr. Gold was made to celebrate LEGO 10th Minifigure theme. It is the second minifig to have a name. He is also the first and probably the only minifig to wear a golden hat. He holds a staff that has a diamond at its top. Everybody wants Mr. Gold, but only a few can have him 3. Black Suit Superman Black Suit Superman Minifigure is an exclusive set released in July 2013. Only 200 of these Minifigures were given to the raffle winners at the San Diego Comic-Con. Aside from the 200 pieces won in 2013, no one knows how to get hold of these black-suited superheroes. Unless any of the winners are willing to sell. The Black Suit Superman Minifigures of LEGO had black and silver colors that made them stand out from the regular blue, red, and yellow versions. The fact that only 200 pieces of the Black Suit Superman were made, and for the winners at the Comic-Con made it a rare one to find. 4. Iron Man (2012 New York Toy Fair exclusive) The New York Toy Fair Iron Man was exclusively made as a promotional Superheroes set to be given away at the fair. Only 125 pieces of this set were made in 2012. The set was designed with a special comic book version that is exclusive to the set. The Iron Man Minifigure has a more serious facial expression and wore printed helmets ( different from the ones on other Iron Man Minifigure). The overall printing on this exclusive set differentiates it from other Iron Man sets. 5. Captain America (2012 New York Toy Fair exclusive) This set of Captain America was made in the same year as the exclusive Iron Man. Only 125 pieces of Captain America minifigs were also made and handed out at the 2012 New York Toy Fair exclusive. These minifigs have white eyes similar to the exclusive Iron Man minifigs, which is one of the ways in which they are different from other Captain America sets. The exclusive Captain America is a collector's item and a very rare one at that. Conclusion Indeed, LEGO Minifigures are imaginative creatures. LEGO has given us the best toys and games from bricks and blocks to famous Hollywood, superheroes and comic character figures. It's no surprise both children and adults love to play LEGO. ShareTweetPin itE-mail

Last week, we posted on how to make a LEGO Toothless, and we’re back with a LEGO® Hookfang (Monstrous Nightmare), inspired by How to Train Your Dragon! Building dragons out of LEGO® bricks has proven to be pretty challenging. We were thinking that Toothless was probably going to be our only dragon character. But then […]

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What is LEGO? LEGO is specifically, a type of colorful plastic brick that comes in the form of a toy and it’s used for building. It’s a very popular building toy in the world used for making houses, towers and the likes of it. LEGO bricks are identified by a stud and a hole. The stud is located at the top and the holes, at the bottom, this is the only means through which it’s been joined to make buildings. There’s no specific age of people who use LEGO. They are built to be used by children and adults. Oftentimes, children and adults come together to compete among themselves, who will make the tallest LEGO structure. Block by block, one plastic section at a time, etc. Impact of LEGO on Children Most parents who aim for the best in their children, tend to look for activities that will help to boost their brains. They know that the child's brain is innocent and constantly thinks of how to play, amongst other sorts of mischief. So what better way do they occupy their brain for them? If not to introduce playing toys that will impact positively in the child's life. A good number of parents have devised a way of introducing LEGO into the lives of their wards and this is good news. They have observed the excitement that tends to brew up with LEGO in recent times. So most of them sort to introduce it to their children. The teachers/tutors are not left out because everyone has come to the terms that LEGO isn’t just any kind of regular toy, but these interlocking bricks are indeed created to build the activities of the brain. Below: are some of the benefits of LEGO to a growing child. ● Building social skills: with LEGO, children tend to build up and improve on their social life. This happens a lot when they playing in groups. When children come together to join LEGO bricks, there’s always room for collaboration and interaction amongst themselves. Parents are, therefore, advised to encourage their children's social skills by investing in LEGO and also trying to get them a trusted playmate. ● Improves maths skills: Statistics have proven that a lot of young people hate maths and would do anything to keep their distance from it. Studies have shown that construction play in childhood, helps to improve a child’s performance in math. To further prove this, a 2014 study confirmed that certain students in sixth-grade, couldn’t do well in maths until construction play was introduced to them and they spent their free hours on it. Their grades improved tremendously. ● LEGO bricks work as tools for maths: LEGO bricks are said to be perfect when teaching students basic concepts in mathematics. This was discovered by parents who home school their children and some teachers too. According to them, concepts like; subtraction, addition, measurements, etc. LEGO bricks are really friendly tools to teach children with. ● Builds engineering skills: when a child is playing, they try to create their own world and change certain things to fit their heart desires. This is exactly what an engineer does. It comes with the 1960 hippy themes that remind us of how a camper van usually is. Apart from the aforementioned, the LEGO 10220 Volkswagen T1 Camper Van also has a Lava lamp and Green plants. Yes, you read that right. LEGO and Structural Engineering Playing and making experiments with LEGO, doesn’t end with childhood, it goes beyond that. The blocks and everything going on during LEGO playtime, are undermined opportunity of learning what structural engineering is all about. Structural engineering is a branch of engineering, where engineering experts happen to ask themselves questions concerning – buildings, crafts, stadiums, and several other bigger and larger and larger formations. Building a large structure with LEGO and constructing a similar structure in real life, deals with two common things which are; Understanding of physics and being highly creative. To be able to build a perfect structure with LEGO, you have to know the limits of the material you will work with, there are only little issues when building with LEGO. Most kids who grow up to become structural Engineers were influenced by building LEGO during their childhood. LEGO has different ways of helping to shapen children into future structural Engineers and they include; ● Scaling is sn essential part of LEGO. You want to create a space that’s big enough to contain the number of toys you so desire. That’s exactly the same with building real-life structures, structural engineers are known for building structures that they contain the capacity of people they wish. Scaling entails that you draw up plans and styles that your structure will take. ● Bracing refers to the knowledge of using bricks to strengthen a structure. LEGO doesn’t only teach you this, it also lets you understand the basics and allows you to apply them when dealing with more difficult real-life structures. If you build a crafty tiny community with LEGO and you find out that one of the structures in the community isn’t very strong but there’s hope for repair, would you totally abandon it? Bracing helps you to put extra support and LEGO helps to master the art of bracing. ● Helping you master the art of design Some visual experiments have used LEGO building projects to imitate and implement designs used by structural Engineers. Children who play a lot with LEGO, do so with keen interest and open their minds to learn the art of designs. Structural Engineers are also good designers because, without a beautiful structural design, a house cannot pique the interest of people. ● Creativity LEGO allows the children to explore the creative part of them. They try new things every day they use the toy and bricks. Children should be encouraged in this aspect because it’s applicable to structural Engineers too. Conclusion Children are the future leaders of tomorrow. A future can turn out good or bad, you as a parent can harness hidden talents out of these children. Introduce them to educational materials that will help to increase the sharpness of their brain and the activities that go on in there. Building bricks like LEGO can go along way to make this an achievable goal. ShareTweetPin itE-mail

Currently, it is said that billions of LEGO pieces exist in the world, and more will be produced. Have your legs ever been unfortunate to climb those bricks? There is a great chance that you would have winced in terror, and this has not stopped us from loving LEGO sets. LEGO came into existence in the 1930s, and since then, we haven't gotten enough of this company. A lot of us grew up surrounded by the pieces. We played with them as kids, and now we have fallen in love with the sets as adults. If you step into my abode, you would think you have taken a walk into a world made of LEGOS. I am one of the millions of users that are in love with them. This company dominates the toy world, and it seems like they won't go anywhere. Their creativity is out of the world and this can be seen in what they build. Have you taken a look at the technic sets, there is a great chance that you would have noticed how incredible they are. LEGO is one company that is known to spend time, paying attention to detail in whatever sets, Minifigure or parts that they create. This has made it great for both kids and adults. Now, many of these sets are compatible with one another, meaning that you can create bigger structures with different sets. What about the fact that many of these sets come with apps that are compatible with both iOS and Android versions of devices? You could have more playtime and building experience with the sets and their compatible apps. If you want fun, LEGO is a brand that you should consider patronizing. If you are a fan of the universe, there is a great chance that you know the Lego City range. It began in 1973. Since then, it has been used by a lot of people that fancy city planning. If you want to improve the urge for city planning in your kids, you should consider getting them the Lego city range. When some people see this range for the first time, they tend to feel that it is easy to build and has a trivial design. This is far from the truth. In this range, you will come across how normal streets look, with the bustling aspects of the street. You will come across mean streets that have crazy Minifigures. You will also come across smoke seen on such a street. If you want, you can have the harbor police, build things, ensure that the law is enforced and even protect the skies. You could maneuver the mini builder through their city. Do you know that you could give the builders the time to rest and eat? The Lego city range is similar to how a city is. We have some LEGO City Minisets that you should consider having: LEGO City Police Mobile Command Center (Amazon link) If you want to imbibe law and order into the consciousness of your kids and tutor them on why it is important to not be on the wrong side of the law, you should consider getting them this set. Getting this set will give them the needed playtime and fun that you want your kids to have, as this set comes with a lot of features. When they have the set, they won't even know where to start because they are a lot of exciting things that they can try out. You could have the mini-city streets creates right in your house, while their imagination is nurtured. If you want to improve the image of your kid, you should consider getting them this set. You would see them hone their forensic imagination. They can show justice to those that are on the wrong side of the law, like the criminal cartel. When we look at other Lego City minisets, we have no choice but to say that the Police Command Center is one of the best out there. The users will have access to a police truck that can be used to patrol the city and reign justice on anyone that is caught wanting. Apart from, that you have access to your own mobile command center. In that place, there is a jail for criminals and unruly people to be jailed. This is not a typical jailhouse. Here, there is an amazing break out of a feature that can be used by the criminals to run off. They can get away with ATV. You could have a playtime man-hunt for those that criminals that escaped. Why have you not gotten the Police Command Center yet for yourself or your kids? The mobile command center has a measurement of 4” high, 9” long and 2” wide. The police truck can easily be linked to the jail, as well as the command center. You will also have access to a police dog, as well as other police officer Minifigures. This set can be compatible with every Lego City set out there. It can also work with construction sets. When you open this set, you will see 374 pieces, which means excess fun for users. It has a weight of 1.68 pounds. Lego City Coast Guard Sea Rescue Plane (Amazon link) If you are looking for a miniset that is affordable and won't leave a deep hole in your pocket, you should consider getting this one. The fact that it is affordable doesn't mean that there aren't awesome features in this Lego city mini-set. You stand the chance to craft up the Sea Rescue Plane that comes with propellers that indeed spin. You could also create a Rescue raft. That is not all, as you can create a Rescue scooter too. When you are coupling this set together, you will wee rotors that spin, as well as a cockpit that can open. You could put your Minifigure in the cockpit. There is also a rescue light, which the Minifigure of the stranger sailor can easily use in attracting the pilot that is passing through the body of water. This is great for anyone that is at least five years. When you open this set, you will see 141 pieces. The rescue plane has a measurement of 3” x 8” x 9” once you have coupled the pieces together. You will see a rescue scooter, rescue raft, and rescue plane, meaning that you have a lot of things to play with. You will also come across two Minifigures, which are the stranded sailor and the rescue plane pilot. The set number is 6174650 and it has a weight of 14.4 ounces. Creativity is unleashed in this set without stress. Lego City Fishing Boat (Amazon link) When you open the box if this set, you will notice that it has 144 pieces. You will come across a shark with its threatening mouth wide open, ready to gulp down anything that comes near it. It won't be a bad idea to use your fishing boat that comes with intriguing features to have excess fun on the body of water. You will see two spinning propellers in this boat, as well as a chair where your Minifigure fisherman can rest in, while his fishing rod is in the water. There is also a driver's console there. If you are looking for a miniset that is affordable and won't leave a deep hole in your pocket, you should consider getting this one. The fact that it is affordable doesn't mean that there aren't awesome features in this Lego city mini-set. Do you know that this fishing most is capable of floating? Yes, you read that right. It is great for anyone that is at least five years. This boat, once you are done cooling it together, comes with a measurement of 4” x 11” x 2.” In this set, you will see a buoy, life vests, a fishing road, and even some fishes. You will also see a shark that has its mouth open, and well as two Minifigure anglers. The LEGO number is 60147, and it weighs 12 ounces. Lego City Great Vehicles Pizza Van (Amazon link) Who doesn't like pizza? There is hardly any human being that doesn't fancy pizzas. You could have your pizza van and cater to your customers, as they wait. If you want to heighten the creativity of your kid, it won't be a bad idea to get them this. You could have fun as a pizza van chef. Do you know that you have both a Pizza Van and a scooter at your service? There is also a table that has a parasol that can take care of your clients. On the scooter, you will notice a pizza box on it, like how a real-life pizza delivery scooter is. You will also come across some slices of pizza and a full pizza. There are also French fries. This is great for those that are at least five years old, and it is awesome for any gender. This set comes with 240 pieces, and the pizza van has a measurement of 2” x 5” x 1”. For the scooter, it has a measurement of 1” x” x 1.” This set has a number of 6174487 and weighs 15.2 ounces. If you are looking for a miniset that is affordable and won't leave a deep hole in your pocket, you should consider getting this one. The fact that it is affordable doesn't mean that there aren't awesome features in this Lego city mini-set. Lego City Fire Ladder Truck (Amazon link) If you are seeking an affordable miniset, you should consider getting, as it won't dig a deep hole in your pocket. It comes with an extendable ladder that you can easily rotate as much as you want. Apart from that, it comes bearing a pull-out water hose. This has an extra stud-shooter function that is a specialty. It is great for taking out smoke and flames from a burning building. There are two firefighters of both genders. There are incredible accessories that can be used to have incredible fun. If you want your kids to have an interest in firefighting and improve their creativity, this set may be the one for you. In this set, you ill see a shovel, a fire extinguisher, an ax, as well as a circular saw. It is great for anyone that is at least five years. This set comes with 214 pieces, while the Fire Ladder Truck comes with a measurement of 3” x 7” x 1.” This set has a number of 6135826 and weighs 14.1 ounces. Lego City ATV Race Team (Amazon link) Are you a fan of racing or does your kid love racing? It won't be a bad idea to get them this Lego city mini-set. This set comes with 230 pieces. With the set, it is easy for you to craft up to two ATV’s. Apart from that, you have a mechanic that can look after the car, as well as a driver to steer the vehicle in the right direction. This set also has a pickup truck that possesses a ramp that can be adjusted. It also possesses a trailer hitch. If you are looking for a miniset that is affordable and won't leave a deep hole in your pocket, you should consider getting this one. The fact that it is affordable doesn't mean that there aren't awesome features in this Lego city mini-set. If you want, you can have access to accessories such as helmets for your drivers. There are Minifigures of two ATV riders and even a spare tire. If you want your kids to embrace creativity, you should get them this set. It is great for those that are at least five years, and there are a lot of features that can be played with. It has a measurement of 1”,x 1” x 1.” This set has a number of 6174483 and weighs 1 pound. Lego City Police Station (Amazon link) This set is great for anyone, both novices, and experienced builders. It comes with a lot of pieces that you can couple together. If you want your kids to have access to long building hours, you should consider getting them this set. You have other things to build apart from the police station. To create this set, you could spend long days or even hours to couple them together. This set has 894 pieces, seven Minifigures, and different accessories. If you want to have fun with crooks, policewoman, policeman, this set is perfect. What about possessing a police dog that can chase down the crooks? Isn't that fun? To ensure that there is intense fun in the police station, there are four vehicles like a tow truck that can be used to tow the cars of offenders that parked their vehicles, where they shouldn't have. There is a police car that you can use and patrol the streets. You could use it for a hot chase of an offender that is running away from the scene of his crime. You could use your police motorbike to patrol around looking for criminals. What about your helicopter that can be used to hover the sky during a chase or a patrol? These vehicles are awesome and common in police stations. The Lego City Police Station is great for anyone, especially those that are at least six years old. It comes with a guide that makes the building process easier. It comes with 894 pieces, while the police station headquarters once constructed has a measurement of 9” x 7” x 1.” It has a number of 60141 and weighs 4.89 pounds. LEGO City Pickup & Caravan (Amazon link) If you want to take a ride out of the town, you can try out this set. It comes with incredible features that will make the housing process a lot more fun. You will get value for your money with this Lego City pickup and caravan set. You can have your emotions run wild when you have this set. If you want your kids to embrace the act of creative outdoor adventure, you should consider getting them this set. You rest assured that their creativity will run wild. The pickup truck is cute to the eyes and the same can be said for the detachable caravan packed. In the caravan, you will see a lot of things that can be seen in one when you are traveling. The caravan trailer can also have its roof removed too. There are three mini-figures like the parents and son. There is also a crab Minifigure present. The pickup has a measurement of 2” high, 5” long and 2” wide. The Caravan has a measurement of 3” high, 7” long and 2” wide. This set possesses 344 pieces, meaning that you can have fun coupling them together. It is great for those that are at least five years. This model has a number of 6209753, with a weight of 1.46 pounds. LEGO City Excavator (Amazon link) Have you ever wanted to ride an excavator? You can now have fun with one in this LEGO City Excavator. This has high quality and it possesses an awesome design. You could start coupling together your heavy-duty brick building without stress. Why not have access fun in your Lego building site with this? In this set, you have access to both a transporter and truck, as well as a digger. To some, this set isn't affordable. Not minding this, it is of high quality. Much attention was paid to details when creating this. Building this is straightforward, meaning that you don't need a degree in Rocket Science to couple it together. Want to have fun with an excavator? Get this. The truck possesses a trailer the has cab doors that can be opened when you want. It has 350 pieces, which possesses a number of elements. The vehicle has a measurement of 15in x 2.8in x 10.3in. The model has a number of 4654191 and weighs 1.5 pounds. LEGO City Deep Sea Explorers Helicopter (Amazon link) If you want to be happy when you are coupling together a set, this set could be the one for you. If you want to have access to a great brick building, get this. Here, you will get access to a twin-rotor helicopter that is rotating. There is also a submarine that could be used to navigate through the deep sea. What about a shark that can terrorist the water? It exists. When you get this set, you will have access to a helicopter that you can use and fly over the water. There is also a scuba diver that can dive into the deep end. What about a submariner? It exists. In the helicopter, you will see its cockpit, where the pilot can be put in. There are also twin rotors in the helicopter. You will also come across a loading bay and winch. Do you know that you will have access to a walkie-talkie? What about diamonds and gold coin treasure? They exist too. When you are done coupling the helicopter together, it should have a measurement of 4″ high, 9″ and 3″ wide. As for the submarine, it has a measurement of 2″ high, 4″ long and 3″ wide. It is great for those that are at least seven years. This model has a number of 6100334 and weighs 1.68 pounds. Conclusion If you are a fan of LEGO City Minisets, you should consider getting the aforementioned. They are nice to play with and can improve one's creativity. If you want to heighten the problem-solving skills of your kids, these sets may be the right one for them. It is no news that we love our sets and wat to improve their appearance. We can do this by using LEGO lighting bricks. ShareTweetPin itE-mail

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This post is sponsored by Warner Bros. Pictures My kids are super excited about the new LEGO NINJAGO Movie coming out later this month. They can’t wait to see it. We love all the LEGO movies and are particularly excited about this feature length film. Can’t wait!! To celebrate the launch of the film, we...

Since its creation in 1932, the Lego Group has entertained children and adults for years. If you're a LEGO enthusiast whether because you like to play with the bricks or because you're a LEGO collector who collects rare pieces to keep or sell, you probably search for a lot of LEGO related content. So, we have decided to produce a list of the top 10 Lego blogs around the web taking into consideration the traffic and how efficient these Lego blogs are. In no particular order, here are the top 10 LEGO blogs around the web. 1. The LEGO Site (LEGO.com) - This is not a LEGO blog per se but it's the first (and best) place to get all the latest LEGO sets as well as genuine information concerning the sets. Blog page: youtube.com/user/LEGO 2. Jay's Brick Blog - Jay's blog is so legotastic that LEGO itself recognizes him. His blog is a registered LEGO fan media. For enthusiastic reviews on the latest and antique LEGO sets, be sure to visit Jay's Brick Blog. His enthusiasm is contagious and is quick to draw you in. This site is perfect if you love seeing what others love about LEGO. Blog page: jaysbrickblog.com 3. Rebrickable - Rebrickable is a LEGO blog that helps you combine old Lego sets to build new creations. They have thousands of creations available on their Lego blog as well as forums for discussions amongst Lego fans. It's a wonderful place to meet fellow Lego enthusiasts and push the boundaries of your creativity. Blog page: rebrickable.com 4. Bricknerd - If you're a fan of the artistic side of LEGO, Bricknerd is the LEGO blog for you. Discover new creations and meet the artists who created these designs. Get to know them through interviews and enter the minds of your favorite LEGO creatures. This is a great place to go if you're looking to get inspired. Blog page: bricknerd.com 5. LEGO Ideas - If you're an artist who chooses LEGO as a medium, LEGO ideas is the site for you. It is run by the official LEGO group so your designs have a shot at being featured on the official website. Exercise your creativity and make a living of your hobby by entering their frequent competitions. You can also submit ideas for new LEGO sets on this blog. Put on your thinking caps and give it a shot! Blog page: ideas.lego.com 6. Brothers-Brick - The number one LEGO blog in the world lives up to its name with their wide range of available LEGO content. Get instant details about LEGO events, meetups, and get-togethers. If you're looking to make a LEGO friend, check out this blog. Blog page: brothers-brick.com 7. Brickset - Have you ever tried to recollect the name of a particular LEGO set but was unable to? If yes then Brickset is the blog for you! They have a complete database of all the LEGO sets to ever exist. They also post reviews of old and rare sets. Blog page: brickset.com 8. From Bricks to Bothans - If you're a Star Wars fan then this is the LEGO blog for you! Star Wars currently holds the title of the LEGO set with the most pieces. If you want to read more about this gigantic masterpiece, be sure to check out this site. Blog page: fbtb.net 9. The Brick Fan - This site is perfect for those who want to purchase older LEGO sets. It is well known that LEGO sets are limited edition but you can find several LEGO sets that are not being produced anymore on this site. Visit the Brick Fan to grow your LEGO collection and knowledge. Blog page: thebrickfan.com 10. BrickPicker - If you're a LEGO investor or if you're interested in being one, visit BrickPicker. They have great and comprehensive information on the sets and tips on proper investment. It is the ultimate go-to for information on LEGO investment. Blog page: brickpicker.com ShareTweetPin itE-mail

***This post contain affiliate links for Walmart, Target, Creative QT, and hand2mind. By purchasing an item on these sites using these links, I will receive a small commission on your purchase.*** Are you interested in starting a classroom or school Makerspace OR maybe want to learn more about how Makerspaces work? You’ve come to the...