Get ready to discover some amazing and super fun facts about your favourite building blocks – LEGOs!
LEGO bricks are more than just toys; they have a fascinating history and some surprising details you might not know. Here are a few cool facts perfect for kids!
How LEGO Began!
Did you know that LEGO has been around for a very long time? It all started in Denmark.
- The person who started LEGO was named Ole Kirk Kristiansen. He was a skilled carpenter!
- LEGO began building fun things way back in 1932. That's even older than your grandparents!
- The name LEGO isn't just a made-up word. It comes from Danish words, "Leg Godt," which mean "play well"!
LEGO is HUGE!
LEGO isn't just big in your playroom; it's big in the entire world in a surprising way!
Believe it or not, LEGO is actually the biggest producer of tyres in the world! Yes, those tiny rubber tyres for LEGO cars and trucks add up to more than any car company makes!
All About Minifigures!
Everyone loves the little LEGO people, called Minifigures! There are so many of them out there.
- Someone has the largest collection of LEGO Minifigures in the world, and they have an amazing 9,079 of them! Imagine playing with that many!
- Since they were first created, there have been over 4 billion LEGO Minifigures made! That's more Minifigures than there are people in many countries!
Here's a quick look at some of these cool facts:
| Fun Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Founder | Ole Kirk Kristiansen |
| Started In | 1932 |
| Name Means | "Play Well" (from Danish "Leg Godt") |
| Biggest Producer? | Yes, the world's largest producer of tyres! |
| Total Minifigures | Over 4 Billion made! |
So, next time you're building with LEGO, remember these awesome facts about the company and its amazing bricks!
