subject: Why Are Star Wars And Harry Potter Legos So Popular? [print this page] Since Legos were first introduced during the 1930's this construction toy has been well loved by many, many children. Legos were first created by Ole Kirk Christiansen in Denmark as a basic building toy but during the last ten years there has been a huge increase in theme based Legos sets. From Harry Potter, Indiana Jones and the enormously popular Star Wars themes this toy has never been more popular.
For very young children large building blocks in bright colors are ideal so that they can develop manipulation and building skills. Young adults and older children will be happiest with the complex sets based on themes with their huge selection of challenging models to build.
Star Wars are one of the most popular themed sets and these have developed considerably since they were first introduced in the late 1990's, with figures, sets and vehicles from the original Star Wars trilogy. Since this time all the Star Wars series of movies has been carefully followed by Lego including both scenes and characters. Star Wars figures are the typical blocks with square bodies and heads although they are produced using special molds. Star Wars characters are all here including, of course, the main characters in a range of clothes and poses, including Princess Leia as a half-naked slave, Hans Solo and A Darth Vader transformation set. Star Wars Legos are the most popular sets ever produced.
Another very popular theme is the Harry Potter series and you can construct Dumbledore's office and Chamber Of Secrets as well as take flying lessons or visit Hagrid's Hut. Figurines include Harry Potter in a variety of outfits. Professor Snape, Hagrid, Ron Weasley, Hermione and the rest of the cast of well loved characters. Also available are trolls and dementors. Harry Potter Legos are some of the most popular sets made.
As well as movie themes Lego also make many more sets to stimulate the imagination of any child including knights and castles, robots, dinosaurs, construction vehicles and a huge number more. For those who prefer a more technical challenge you can buy Lego Technics which are representations of working machines or trucks. These are more intricate to put together and include steering and suspension systems. They are made for a range of abilities so you might want to start off with an easier set and move on to more complicated designs as you improve your skills.
The popularity of Legos increases as these excellent toys, that fire the imagination of children everywhere, continue to be developed. In this huge range there is sure to be the perfect set of Legos for your child!
