Lego is still one of the best loved toys among young youngsters, exploiting a classic designed which has worked for years while also incorporating elements from modern popular culture. By miles the most popular Lego series lately has been the range of Lego Star Wars sets, the success of which has even spawned Nintendo game releases.

The size of the Star Wars saga universe means that there is almost unlimited scope for Lego models, with tons of different vehicles, characters and settings to select from. Lots of the most popular Lego Star Wars models are based on spaceships such as the Millennium Falcon or the X-Wing. Many of these models feature missile firing gadgetry, retractable landing gear and other sophisticated parts, so you can stage your own dogfights between whatever vehicles you select. Some Lego models even feature motorization, such as the Walking AT-AT.

Almost each Star Wars film or series is represented in the Lego Star Wars series, including the original and prequel trilogies, and the more current Clone Wars Television series. All of the major characters are available in Lego form, either included with sets or available to buy individually. They can be placed within Star Wars vehicles or used in sets like Jabba's Palace or the Mos Eisley Cantina.

The Lego Star Wars Nintendo games form an ideal complement to these Lego sets, allowing you to battle your way thru the complete franchise with Lego themed characters, but low in the hands-on aspect of the bricks and studs.

The number of Lego Star Wars sets available means you are going to be able to find something needing as  little or as much involvement as you like, from the relatively simple V-Wing to the huge 800-piece Clone Turbo Tank. Lego Star Wars is perfect for fans of the franchise who want to take command of the stories themselves, and even film their own Lego Star Wars films,  and it's also a great way way to introduce kids to the joys of Lego, using the Star Wars characters they know and love.

Lego is an example of the most enduring and well-liked kids's toys there's, continuing to fascinate and challenge children for over half a century. It's straightforward design allows for an infinite number of mixtures, suggesting it never gets knackering. There's now also an amazing array of different sets and models available which means you'll really never become bored with playing with Lego.

As well as many different models, Lego is available in different formats, including Duplo - a version of Lego using larger bricks which is directed at younger children. It is compatible with normal bricks so it is a great introduction to Lego which your kid can continue to use when they have progressed on to standard Lego.

Regular Lego comes in 3 varieties. There are the Make and Create sets, based around a certain theme, for example fire stations or airfields. These generally involve a massive number of pieces, and have a more complicated construction process than other sets, but this also makes them more challenging and fun.

There are also Stories and Action Sets which are frequently based on well-liked film franchises, comic books, or computer games. These include popular sets like Star Wars Lego and Star Wars Batman, and are the excellent way to introduce a child to Lego if there is a set available of one of their favourite films. The development of these sets tend to be easier, concerning more pre-built parts, but they can provide hours of fun after they have been built.

The 3rd class of Lego, which has become more popular in recent times is Lego Robots. These are directed at an older market, and are a great way to teach young adults about electricity and mechanics. Lots of these robots feature sophisticated elements such as RC motor parts, and computer programmable chips. These androids can be linked up to your personal computer with USB connectivity, giving the opportunity to program complex commands into their chips. These regularly make for great joint projects between oldsters and their children.

With so many different sorts of Lego available, you are bound to find something to interest you. The wonderful thing about Lego is that when you have a number of sets you can combine different parts to make as many different combos as your imagination you can come up with. You can always supplement your collection with additional bags of bricks, meaning that the fun never has to end.