The Unofficial Lego Builder's Guide, 2nd Edition

What's the difference between a tile and a plate? Why isn't it a good idea to stack bricks in columns to make a wall? How do you build a LEGO mosaic or build at different scales? You'll find the answers to these and other questions in The Unofficial LEGO Builder's Guide.

Now in full color, this brand-new edition of a well-loved favorite will show you how to: -Construct models that won't fall apart
-Choose the right pieces and substitute when needed
-Build to micro, jumbo, and miniland scale
-Make playable board games out of LEGO pieces
-Create photo mosaics and curved sculptures
-Build a miniature space shuttle, a minifig-sized train station, and more

Of course, the real fun of LEGO building lies in creating your own models--from choosing the subject to clicking that final brick into place. Learn how in The Unofficial LEGO Builder's Guide.

Includes the Brickopedia, a visual dictionary of nearly 300 of the most commonly used LEGO elements

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: No Starch Press
Published: 11/12/2012
ISBN: 9781593274412
Pages: 240
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 9.20h x 7.00w x 0.60d

Review Citations: School Library Journal 04/01/2013 pg. 176