lego koncernen (denmark)

For over 30 years, the LEGO minifigures have make is possible for children to populate their LEGO worlds with a diverse cast of characters. Learn fascinating facts, learn how minifigures are made, and see fans' customized minifigures.

"Today, LEGO is one of the biggest toy companies in the world, but a long time ago, a Danish carpenter, Ole Kirk Christiansen, started with just an idea. Find out more about LEGO's origins, those famous bricks, and their other inventive toys and movie ventures in this illustrated nonfiction book! Find out the origin of the name 'LEGO.' (Hint: it combines two Danish words) See how LEGO grew from a carpentry shop to a multi-platform toy company. Discover how LEGO bricks are made and how they came up with their design"--Provided by the publisher.

Presents an illustrated, updated history of the LEGO brand focusing on the toy line's production and development over time, and global reach. Describes the multitude of different play themes and products available in an illustrated timeline; the locations of LEGOLAND theme parks, Discovery Centers, water parks, and hotels; and LEGO fan clubs, video games, films and books, fashions, and artwork.

A guide to more than two thousand LEGO minifigures, detailing each character's design and accessories.