I hope you like the new themes as much as I do. 

Instructions for Voters of Weekly LEGO Contest

After Lunch (during play time):

1. Take a few minutes to check out the submissions.  
2. Read the cards in front so you know the name of the item and the name of the child who built it.  
3. If the builder is at hand,  ask questions or make positive comment.  
4. Pick up three small cards (one from each color set-- red/pink, green/light green, yellow/orange).  
5. Pick three of your favorite LEGO creations (one from Junior Level-- yellow cards, one from Beginner/Intermediate-- green, one from Advanced Level-- red) and vote for them on your small cards.
6. Slip your vote into the tin "votes" can. 
7. If you have questions:  Miss Karla Withrow is in charge on site.     
8. Remember this is for fun and to encourage children to participate again next time.

Instructions for Participants in Weekly LEGO Contest

When you arrive at CC:

1. Set up your LEGO creation on the table provided.
2. Pick a colored index card (Junior Level-- Yellow, Beginner/ Intermediate-- Green, Advanced Level-- Red).
3. Write the name of your creation, your name and level on the card and set the card in front of what you built.  

After Lunch:

1. Stand by your LEGO creation to answer any questions voters may have.
2. Take time to check out what others have built.

After Classes: 

1. Check out the white board announcing the winner.  
2. Take your creation with you when you leave for home.

Why Playing with 3-D Objects (Like LEGOs) Is Important

A few months ago, when I realized my son spent a lot of time with LEGOs but less and less time playing with his sisters, I started LEGO Family Night.  I randomly filled several bowls with LEGO pieces, cleared the dining room table and called everyone over. I'm happy to report LEGO Family Night is a hit with the kids.  It is also nice for my husband and I to relax a bit and remember how fun it is to build stuff for the joy of it. 

I've included a fascinating lecture (for parents) on the benefits of playing, just for the joy of it, below:  

A Little LEGO History-- Just the Facts Ma'am

Founder: Ole Kirk Kristiansen
Year: 1916
The First Lego Factory: A toy work shop

Its motto: Only the Best for Children

Fun fact: In Danish the word Lego means "play well". 

What did Lego make at first? Wooden toys, then metal toys-- neither could put together like today's LEGOs!

Making Things With LEGOs is FUN!

Hi  my  name  is   Roxy.  I was introduced to LEGOs by my brother and now I   love LEGOs  too. I   can   build    fun  stuff.   My  favorite   creation is a ship I made. I  bet  that
you  will   make  one   better  than  me! I can't wait to see the things you will all make.

Why I love Legos? There is No End To the Creativity.

What does jelly-- the kind you spread on bread, and a LEGO brick have in common?  Well, when you open a jar of jelly the possibilities are endless, the jelly is ready to be used (spread or flopped on) and changed to fit your needs. Opening a box full of LEGO brinks(even a small one) gives me the same feeling. You can use LEGOs to make a car, a troll or any thing that you want.  With a handful of LEGO brinks, say, 16, you can make about 50 different designs.
So we are starting this LEGO CLUB so we can all share our creations.  I'm sure we will all be amazed at the possibilities. There is no end to the creativity!