This landmark volume explores the history, design, and cultural impact of the iconic LEGO (R) minifigure. Driven by compelling essays, lush full-color photography, infographics, and never-before-seen visuals from inside LEGO archives and beyond, this book reveals why the minifigure matters - as a beloved toy and as a singular cultural icon.

"A guide to stop-motion LEGO animation, with instructions and exercises covering all the steps in the filmmaking process. Includes equipment suggestions, sound and lighting tips, animation and special effects techniques, storyboarding exercises, tricks for designing sets, and acting methods for minifigs"--

"Engaging images accompany information about Lego. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

Attention young LEGO brick builders: Sean Kenney is back again with original creations of Robotopolis-robots, transformers, and spaceships of all sizes, colors, and features. Complete with select model instructions, insider tips, and landscape designs for new LEGO fans of all ages as well as diehard enthusiasts.

"A funny, over-the-top new spin on the classic Christmas poem! A hysterical new version of "The Night Before Christmas"! David Ercolini's over-the-top illustrations will have readers saying, "Ho! Ho! Ho!" Creatures of all shapes and all sizes will be stirring with laughter in this overly decked out, Christmas-splendored illustrated picture book! Ercolini breathes new life into an unrivaled classic with his vibrant illustrations featuring fun, accessible...

"Eight princesses play and build together in one magical castle! Just as the princesses are steeling in for a relaxing day, the Mysterious Messenger arrives to announce a glitter storm is coming. Can the princesses save the day? Will the castle ever be the same?" -- Page [4] cover.

"Handyman Harl Hubbs is always helping everyone. Now they are planning something special for his birthday!"--Back cover.

Kai's and Ray's ninja skills are put to the test when bad guys interrupt their video game. Will father and son be able to level up, or is it game over for the ninjas?

"Inside Build It! Christmas, you'll find a range of creative models to put together for the advent calendar--from a nutcracker to Santa Claus, a Christmas tree to a gingerbread house, and much more--all created using bricks that LEGO® obsessives may already have at home. Each book in this interactive series contains 3-5 'dioramas' featuring a diverse range of models. Full color, step-by-step diagrams guide you through the process, enhancing the fun....

Kids can make their own fun with Cool Construction & Building Blocks! This title has everything needed to create one-of-a-kind toys. Readers will create LEGO Desktop, Mini Magnetic Blocks, Jumbo 2-D Bricks and more! Step-by-step photos, materials lists, and extra tips and tricks get kids started. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.