irizarry4 Posted May 25, 2009 Share Posted May 25, 2009 I have a Lego maniac ds almost 10. He could spend 17 hours straight putting things together following instructions, or creating them himself. He is meticulous with his Lego building, but not with ANYTHING else. Writing, math, reading (the list goes on) tends to be sloppy. What kind of learner/doer is he visual/spatial? I would love to hear from other parents of Lego-maniacs. What interests did your child develop? I am sure his Lego-mania (also loves K'nex, and toys that similarly engage the brain) is pointing to an area of talent that translates to some sort of occupation. I would like to identify it, so I can cultivate that and help him explore areas that he will be really passionate about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonshineLearner Posted May 25, 2009 Share Posted May 25, 2009 Engineers?? Sounds like what I can imagine my husband doing as a child. Especially the creating himself...and wanting pieces that "Lego" hasn't thought to create, yet! And, if he's spending time reading instructions and such..his reading is probably fine for comprehension:-) Do you look at Timberdoodle? I wish I could buy all of the stuff in there for my son...for now his set of Legos will have to do... Carrie:-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristenS Posted May 25, 2009 Share Posted May 25, 2009 Go to the Lego page, or google for Lego Digital Designer. He may LOVE that. My son, who's 7.5, likes to make up odd models using all the virtual pieces. He's not into complex stuff yet, but the program can handle really cool stuff. (The part where it shows you how to build the model you've just created ... the 'instructions' ... doesn't seem to be very good yet though.) Anyway, one cool thing ... if you don't use too many odd pieces, you can actually upload it to the site and purchase the kit you designed! And if you play on the My Lego Network game site, you can showcase some of your creations, and if it's a purchasable item you created, others could buy it too. He might think that's cool. (No monetary kickbacks, alas, though. LOL.) Anyway, I've liked the digital one because I don't have to trip over small pieces. :) It sates my son till I'm ready to get out our rather extensive Lego collection (mine from growing up, which is stored in several containers in the garage). He's also got his own small beginning collection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alphabetika Posted May 25, 2009 Share Posted May 25, 2009 My dh loved Legos as a kid. Now he's an architectural model builder for Walt Disney Imagineering. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irizarry4 Posted May 25, 2009 Author Share Posted May 25, 2009 Thanks, everyone. This is what I was thinking too. Something linked to engineering or architecture. He had a very heavy clay period, until mom (me) started putting some heavy boundaries on clay usage. It was everywhere! I may need to relax my laws. :-) He is definitely interested in robotics. He loves the lego designer software too. What is FLL competition? Also, did any of you notice sloppiness in other areas? I'm wondering if it is all linked, or if it is more of an unrelated flaw that needs careful correction. All my engineer friends tend to be fussy and meticulous in all aspects of their lives. So that is the piece of the puzzle that doesn't fit for me.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuckabella Posted May 25, 2009 Share Posted May 25, 2009 FLL = First Lego League It is where a group of students get together and solve a problem using Legos and robotics. (edited to add, they compete at meets against other teams) My DS would be into this, but he is young yet. I am sure if you googled it, you could gets lots of info on FLL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Testimony Posted May 25, 2009 Share Posted May 25, 2009 Want him to join my FIRST Lego League team? I could use a good designer. He definitely could be a great Lego artist too. Check out this artist here. This guy was a corporate lawyer who quit his job to become an artist. Blessings in your homeschooling journey! Sincerely, Karen http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/testimony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tullyfamily Posted May 26, 2009 Share Posted May 26, 2009 They become ENGINEERS! :) Did you see this- it is a free Lego educational packet for all teachers: http://www.legoeducation.com/forms/activitycontest.asp I have no skill in this area but dear hubby is going to give it a try! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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