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LEGO-Compatible Professional Robotic Dog at a Toy's Price

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Monday, June 7, 2021

All models of TiBeast are LEGO compatible, for users to install their own LEGO pieces and kits.

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  • All models of TiBeast are LEGO compatible, for users to install their own LEGO pieces and kits.
  • The entry-level TiBeast Lite, to round out the range, drops the speaker, camera, for users who want to focus on motion only.
  • "We don't believe in custom-made controllers that cost a bunch and only work on one brand of devices."
  • Alex Cui, the CEO of Celestial Robotics tells the reporter, "You can just use you own controller and save the money.

Dodge//SRT Brand and The LEGO Group Launch New LEGO® Speed Champions Mopar Dodge//SRT Top Fuel Dragster and 1970 Dodge Challenger Building Set

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Thursday, May 27, 2021

Dodge and The LEGO Group have announced a second LEGO Speed Champions collaboration pairing the two iconic brands.

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  • Dodge and The LEGO Group have announced a second LEGO Speed Champions collaboration pairing the two iconic brands.
  • The new LEGO Speed Champions Mopar Dodge//SRT Top Fuel Dragster and 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A building set, featuring the first purple vehicle and first Top Fuel Dragster in the Speed Champion series, is being released on June 1, 2021, on LEGO.com .
  • With 627 pieces, the Dodge set featuring the 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A and the Mopar Dodge//SRT Top Fuel Dragster includes box art of their real-life counterparts to compare the LEGO creations with the real-life machines.
  • Packed with realistic details, the LEGO Speed Champions Mopar Dodge//SRT Top Fuel Dragster and 1970 Dodge Challenger replica models deliver a rewarding building experience for fans of all ages, great for display and awesome to race.

CTV Announces Summer 2021 Schedule Headlined by LEGO MASTERS and THE CELEBRITY DATING GAME

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021

Hosted by Canadian actor Will Arnett (ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT),the series follows teams of two LEGO enthusiasts as they go head-to-head with an unlimited supply of LEGO bricks and infinite possibilities.

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  • Hosted by Canadian actor Will Arnett (ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT),the series follows teams of two LEGO enthusiasts as they go head-to-head with an unlimited supply of LEGO bricks and infinite possibilities.
  • Also heating things up this summer is THE CELEBRITY DATING GAME , airing Mondays at 10 p.m. ET/PT on CTV, beginning June 14.
  • Hosted by actress and singer-songwriter Zooey Deschanel (NEW GIRL) and multiple Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Michael Bolton, the game show offers a wry wink at modern dating featuring a star-studded roster of celebrity singles in their pursuit to find love this summer.
  • Plus, CTV delivers a blockbuster film each week, Sundays at 7 p.m. ET/PT, beginning May 30.

California Science Center Announces World Premiere of "PERNiCiEM: The Endangered Species Connection" Debuts Earth Day, Thursday, April 22, 2021

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Tuesday, April 13, 2021

b'LOS ANGELES, April 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The California Science Center announced today the world premiere of "PERNiCiEM: The Endangered Species Connection," set to debut on Earth Day, Thursday, April 22, 2021.

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  • b'LOS ANGELES, April 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The California Science Center announced today the world premiere of "PERNiCiEM: The Endangered Species Connection," set to debut on Earth Day, Thursday, April 22, 2021.
  • This remarkable collection will expand "THE ART OF THE BRICK,"currently on display, and is included with an exhibition ticket.
  • "PERNiCiEM,"Latin for "extinction," is a dramatic three-dimensional exhibition of some of the world\'s most endangered species, created by "THE ART OF THE BRICK"LEGO artist Nathan Sawaya and photographer Dean West.
  • Ultimately, the survival and well-being of endangered species is tied to the survival and well-being of our own!

LEGO® Education launches comprehensive professional development for educators

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Tuesday, March 16, 2021

Today, LEGO Education announced LEGO Education Professional Development, a personalized, competency-based learning program that inspires and actively engages teachers in facilitating playful and hands-on STEAM learning.

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  • Today, LEGO Education announced LEGO Education Professional Development, a personalized, competency-based learning program that inspires and actively engages teachers in facilitating playful and hands-on STEAM learning.
  • Going beyond traditional product training, LEGO Education Professional Development is built on the LEGO Education Competency-Based Framework for Educators and empowers teachers to practice and facilitate critical concepts needed to drive student learning outcomes.
  • LEGO Education Professional Development offers any educator the opportunity to observe and learn from experienced teachers from anywhere.
  • LEGO Education Professional Development will launch in eight languages and feature LEGO Education SPIKE Prime and LEGO Education BricQ Motion product training with additional LEGO Education solutions added throughout the year.

Lemann Foundation, Through Its Brazilian Creative Learning Network (BCLN) Initiative, Awarded $4million to Deliver First Ever LEGO Foundation Tech and Play Initiative, Benefiting Half a Million Brazilian Schoolchildren

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Wednesday, January 27, 2021

The Lemann Foundation, Brazils leading not-for-profit education organization, has been awarded nearly $4million by the LEGO Foundation to deliver their first ever Tech and Play initiative.

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  • The Lemann Foundation, Brazils leading not-for-profit education organization, has been awarded nearly $4million by the LEGO Foundation to deliver their first ever Tech and Play initiative.
  • Focused on boosting creativity and making education more meaningful, the LEGO Foundation views the program as a critical means of demonstrating the importance of incorporating play into childrens learning.
  • The change we aim to achieve through the Creative Schools Program is that creative learning becomes the new normal in Brazilian schools, rather than an exception."
  • The Creative Schools Program builds upon previous work undertaken by the Lemann Foundation to foster a more learner-centred and competency-based approach to education.

LEGO® Education Adds Two New STEAM Learning Solutions to Its K-12 Education Portfolio

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Monday, January 4, 2021

Today, LEGO Education unveiled two tech-free solutions for playful, hands-on STEAM instruction in schools.

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  • Today, LEGO Education unveiled two tech-free solutions for playful, hands-on STEAM instruction in schools.
  • BricQ Motion offers two classroom sets: BricQ Motion Essential for ages 6+ and BricQ Motion Prime for ages 10+.
  • Ive used LEGO Education solutions for years, but I have colleagues who are nervous about diving into their technology rich solutions.
  • Please contact your local sales representative or LEGO Education authorized reseller for complete pricing and availability.

Make the Whole World Your Playground With the New LEGO® Technic™ Jeep® Wrangler

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Thursday, December 3, 2020

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Today, the Jeep brand and the LEGO Group revealed the newest LEGO Technic model, the one-of-a-kind Jeep Wrangler Rubicon.

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  • AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Today, the Jeep brand and the LEGO Group revealed the newest LEGO Technic model, the one-of-a-kind Jeep Wrangler Rubicon.
  • The LEGO Technic Jeep Wrangler is designed for Jeep and LEGO fans alike, aged 9 and above.
  • "The Jeep Wrangler is an icon in the off-road world," said Lars Thygesen, Designer, LEGO Technic.
  • This LEGO Technic Jeep Wrangler should bring a new level of joy to our Jeep enthusiasts and help inspire future designers to the brand."

Hey Parents, Klutz® Has You Covered!

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Monday, October 26, 2020

The Klutz Fall 2020 season includes kits that range from STEAM to arts & crafts for the 4-year-old and up audience.

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  • The Klutz Fall 2020 season includes kits that range from STEAM to arts & crafts for the 4-year-old and up audience.
  • Among the Top 10 bestsellers at Klutz, there has been an increase of 119% in shipments this year alone!
  • "At Klutz, we believe we have the capacity to build creative confidence in kids through amazing, funny, honest activity products," says Stacy Lellos, SVP & General Manager of Klutz.
  • Introducing LEGOGEAR BOTS the next LEGO STEM kit from Klutz, hot on the heels of LEGO Gadgets.

Play, Display and Replay: IKEA and the LEGO Group introduce BYGGLEK - a creative solution that intertwines play and storage

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Monday, September 28, 2020

BURLINGTON, ON, Sept. 28, 2020 /CNW/ - In collaboration with the LEGO Group, IKEA presents BYGGLEK, a playful storage solution that encourages play while infusing fun storage around the home.

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  • BURLINGTON, ON, Sept. 28, 2020 /CNW/ - In collaboration with the LEGO Group, IKEA presents BYGGLEK, a playful storage solution that encourages play while infusing fun storage around the home.
  • Reorganizing children's creative space during playtime not only disrupts their play but also their creative expression and growth.
  • Speaking about the creative solution, Rasmus Buch Lgstrup, designer at the LEGO Group said, "BYGGLEK is more than boxes.
  • IKEA Canada is part of Ingka Group which operates 374 IKEA stores in 30 countries, including 14 in Canada.