In this article we suggest a list of books about LEGO, one of the most important and influential toy companies ever (if not ‘the’ most important and influential). Whether you are a child or an adult (AFOL?), these books will be excellent companions for your free time!
‘The Lego Ideas Book New Edition: You Can Build Anything!’ by Tori Kosara, Julia March, Catherine Saunders, Simon Hugo
A brand new edition of the best-selling LEGO book of all time – with hundreds of all-new models! Unlock your imagination with this colourful treasury of more than 200 new building ideas created by LEGO fan builders. Learn tips and tricks to become a better builder. Find out how professional LEGO designers get their ideas and meet the fan builders. Get inspired to make your own LEGO creations with ideas to build your own dream home, create an alien sports centre, grow your own brick-built rooftop garden, and much more. What will you build? Packed with stacks of ideas, there’s something for everyone! Buy this book on Bookshop.org
‘The Lego Architect’ by Tom Alphin
Travel through the history of architecture in The LEGO Architect. You’ll learn about styles like Art Deco, Modernism, and High-Tech, and find inspiration in galleries of LEGO models. Then take your turn building 12 models in a variety of styles. Snap together some bricks and learn architecture the fun way. Buy this book on Bookshop.org
‘The Big Book of Amazing Lego Creations with Bricks You Already Have’ by Sarah Dees
Kickstart your kids’ LEGO creativity with Sarah Dees’ biggest and best book yet in the bestselling series, with more than 300,000 books from the series in print. This huge collection of action-packed projects will bring fresh life to your tubs of bricks and get LEGO lovers of all levels inspired to build for days. Dive into your own LEGO world filled with new and amazing creations–from sleek, aerodynamic race cars to fairytale creatures, secret spy headquarters and everything in between. Step-by-step pictures combined with detailed instructions and helpful parts lists make Sarah’s projects accessible for tinkerers of any age. Explore far and wide with an adventurer ATV, military humvee or a mini animal safari. Meet mischievous trolls and a friendly spiketailed dragon. Build your family’s dream seaside vacation, complete with a surf shack, ice cream stand and pirate ship. Construct a customizable bedroom that looks just like your own or the classroom in your school. Silly stories and scene suggestions will inspire countless hours of play, making this the perfect gift for kids who crave variety in their LEGO building. There’s no limit to what you can imagine and create with this awesome collection! Buy this book on Bookshop.org
‘The Lego Engineer‘ by Jeff Friesen
LEGO bricks meet The Way Things Work in this fun, informative tour of the world of engineering, from the creative mind of expert LEGO builder Jeff Friesen. In ‘The LEGO Engineer’, you’ll explore how some of humanity’s greatest feats of engineering work, from towering skyscrapers to powerful rockets to speeding bullet trains. Then follow step-by-step instructions to build these marvels with LEGO bricks as you experience the world of engineering in a fun new way. How do diesel and electric engines work together to drive massive freight trains? How does a container ship’s bow shape contribute to its fuel efficiency? How do cable-stayed bridges distribute weight differently than suspension bridges? You’ll learn the answers to these engineering questions and more as you build your way through over 30 models, all designed by LEGO expert Jeff Friesen. Understanding the engineering principles behind these structures will not only help you better appreciate the world around you, but will also help you make your own LEGO builds more realistic. Buy this book on Bookshop.org
‘Lego the Art of the Minifigure’ by Brian Barrett
A beautiful visual celebration of the iconic LEGO minifigure its history, evolution, and status as a cultural icon. The LEGO minifigure is one of the most recognizable and collectible toys on the planet. Over the span of 40 years it has evolved from a simple yellow figurine to a global pop culture icon. This landmark volume celebrates the colorful history, evolving design, and lasting impact of the one and only LEGO minifigure. Driven by compelling interviews and essays, lush photography, infographics, and never-before-seen visuals from inside the LEGO archives and beyond, this book is a wide-reaching visual exploration of why the minifigure matters–as a beloved toy and as a singular cultural icon. MUST-HAVE: The ultimate celebration of the LEGO minifigure, this book explores the minifigure from all angles. FOR ALL LEGO FANS: This book is perfect for all LEGO fans, from avid collectors and super fans seeking new, never-before-published content, to anyone who grew up with the iconic minifigure, looking to explore the history of the toy they know and love. GLOBAL ICON: The LEGO minifigure has captivated the world for 40 years. Connecting LEGO lovers old and young, this tiny yellow figure captures the joy at the heart of the LEGO brand. Buy this book on Bookshop.org
‘365 Things to Do with Lego Bricks: Lego Fun Every Day of the Year [With Toy]’ by Simon Hugo (Author) Alice Finch (Contribution)
Hundreds of creative LEGO build ideas, activities, games, challenges, and pranks! Winner of the Best Book category Creative Play Awards 2016, this superb LEGO build book inspires you to look at your LEGO bricks in new and exciting ways. Go on a LEGO treasure hunt. Create and perform LEGO magic tricks. Make a LEGO stop-motion movie. Build your own LEGO pet. Challenge your family to build the tallest LEGO tower–and much, much more! Featuring imaginative play and building ideas–from LEGO games that take just a few minutes and require a handful of bricks, to inspirational build ideas and activities to keep you occupied for hours. Buy this book on Bookshop.org
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