Although they’ve only been around just shy of a century, Lego® bricks have totally reshaped the way in which we create, build, and play. Whether you’re a beginner or you’ve been at it for years, there are no limits to what these incredible bricks are capable of—life-sized buildings have even been constructed out of them! That said, it’s not always easy to come up with your own ideas, and sometimes a little inspiration can go a long way! We’ve compiled a list of exciting and entertaining projects for beginning Lego® builders in Dawsonville; of course, these can also serve as launching points for further creativity! Keep reading to learn more.
Project Ideas for Beginner Builders
When it comes to Lego® bricks, the only limits you have are the ones you self-impose! That said, break out your tub of Lego® bricks and get to work with one of these awesome project ideas:
- Silly monsters and cool creatures – Feel free to get creative with the colors and shapes you use here—they don’t have to be life-like or realistic. If you want to construct a purple giraffe with dragon wings, you have the means!
- Planes, trains, and automobiles – There’s plenty of real-world inspiration to borrow from if you’re determined to build model cars, trains, and planes from your Lego® bricks. There are even small, rubber tires that you can pick up and use for the wheels.
- Houses, buildings, and monuments – Sometimes, it’s fun to channel your inner architect and build a house, a castle, or even the Eiffel Tower. On a related note, the world’s largest Lego® model is a 42-foot-tall replica of London’s Tower Bridge—but you don’t have to go quite that large!
- Movie scenes & dioramas – Many Lego® sets draw inspiration from pop culture and television—but you don’t need instructions or specialized pieces to recreate and reenact all of your favorite moments.
- Functioning machinery – There are several miniature machines that you can construct from Lego® bricks that will actually operate as intended! A catapult that you can operate with your finger, cars that roll on their own, or a wheel machine that spins with the help of a rubber band are just a few ideas.
Why You Should Encourage Novice Builders
Building with Lego® bricks and other similar blocks isn’t just all fun and games—it actually develops spatial reasoning skills, especially in younger children. These skills have a relationship not just with academics, but also the eventual fields that people gravitate towards. It might seem far-fetched, but studies show a positive correlation between the spatial skills learned through block play and factors that contribute towards training tomorrow’s scientists, mathematicians, and engineers!
About Bricks & Boards +
Bricks & Boards + is proud to offer a vast collection of available board games, Lego® sets, and more to patrons and gamers in the Dawsonville area. As the area’s largest and best-furnished Lego® reseller, you’re certain to find that one specific brick or cool set that you’ve been looking for! If you have any questions about the shop, feel free to visit their website, give them a call, or stop by!
Telephone: (706) 525-5568.
