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August 17, 2024

Disability Representation in LEGO

August 17, 2024/ Dave Schefcik
Disability Representation in LEGO

Join us as we explore disability representation in LEGO, from the creation of the first minifigure wheelchair to the introduction of Braille Bricks—all part of an effort to have toys reflect the lives of kids (and adults) who play with them.

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August 17, 2024/ Dave Schefcik/ 8 Comments
Deep Dive, Guest Article
Disability Representation, Wheelchair, Wheelchair Racing, Braille Bricks, Accessibility
August 11, 2024

Seamless SNOT: LEGO Techniques for Smooth Surfaces

August 11, 2024/ Oscar Cederwall
Seamless SNOT: LEGO Techniques for Smooth Surfaces

When building a LEGO MOC, sometimes you want to avoid texture. Today we explore seamless SNOT techniques to build smooth surfaces—and we find a surprising source of new SNOT bricks!

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August 11, 2024/ Oscar Cederwall/ 6 Comments
Deep Dive, Techniques
LEGO SNOT, SNOT Series, SNOT, Sideways Building, Braille Bricks, Texture, Groovy, Studs Not On Top, techniques, SNOT Week
September 22, 2023

Braille Bricks: Build and Feel

September 22, 2023/ Gwyneth Kozbial
Braille Bricks: Build and Feel

Today on BrickNerd, Gwyneth explores the new Braille Bricks line, what they’re all about, and how she’s built MOCs meant to be touched!

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September 22, 2023/ Gwyneth Kozbial/ Comment
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LEGO, Braille Bricks
January 08, 2023

Hands-On with LEGO Braille Bricks: Learning Through Play

January 08, 2023/ Dave Schefcik
Hands-On with LEGO Braille Bricks: Learning Through Play

To mark World Braille Day, we are getting hands-on with LEGO Braille Bricks, showing how to build your own set, and showcasing some resources from The LEGO Foundation to help learn how to read them by having fun!

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January 08, 2023/ Dave Schefcik/ 1 Comment
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Braille, Braille Bricks, The LEGO Foundation, World Braille Day

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