The iconic 1975 blockbuster movie JAWS directed by Steven Spielberg represented not only a memorable film but quite possibly a generational traumatic experience. Based on the 1974 novel by Peter Benchley, kids through adults were captivated by the terrors of the sea. And now thanks to a phenomenal fan-submitted Jaws set at LEGO Ideas, Police Chief Brody (Roy Scheider), Ichthyologist Matt Hooper (Richard Dreyfuss), and grizzled ship captain Quint (Robert Shaw) of the Orca can engage in a battle with a giant, man-eating menace in your very own home.
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LEGO releases 1989 Batmobile
LEGO has a lock on pop culture. 2019 represents a yearlong celebration of Batman’s 80th anniversary. Releasing a set featuring an iconic Batmobile makes sense. LEGO chose a replica of the cape crusader’s ride from the 1989 Tim Burton film. The movie just happens to be celebrating its 30th anniversary. Holy perfect nostalgic timing, Batman!
National Stem Day giveaway featuring Microduino mPie
The good folks at Microduino sent over a review sample of their latest educational STEM toy called Itty Bitty Buggy. It’s a code programmable toy which allows for endless possibilities for young creative minds. Equally intriguing is the kit’s compatibility with LEGOs. Our team at CuteMonster HQ have been running the toy through its paces and we plan to offer a full review in the near future. In the interim, for the spirit of National STEM day, we’re offering a giveaway of another cool Microduino educational toy, namely, mPie.
Build a DIY LEGO Fidget Spinner
If you’ve got kids that are in elementary school then you’ve heard of fidget spinners. The upside of this latest fad seems to be the decrease in bottle flipping. I for one welcome the change. Plus now there’s a fun DIY project via Frugal Fun for Boys and Girls to build your own fidget spinner using LEGOS.
Everything is Awesome with THE LEGO BATMAN MOVIE
If you’re a Batman fan and really, why wouldn’t you be, then you’ve heard of the new The LEGO Batman Movie. In a world where LEGO and Batman co-exist, one wouldn’t necessarily think about pairing the two together. Yet The LEGO Movie proved the dark knight fit in awesomely. Hence, the creation of the solo film aptly titled The LEGO Batman Movie.
Holy Building Blocks! Classic Batman is coming to LEGO
LEGO has listened to Batman fans. 2016 marks the 50th Anniversary of the beloved 1966 Batman TV series starring Adam West and Burt Ward. On March 1, 2016, LEGO is releasing an elaborate 2500 piece set centered on Batman, the Batcave, his vehicles and mansion.
Toys and Gadgets: 2015 Holiday Gift Guide
The busiest time of year for holiday toys and gadgets shopping has arrived. Our Toys and Gadgets: 2015 Holiday Gift Guide takes the guesswork out of your toy purchases. We’ve picked toys that offer innovation, value, and most importantly fun.
Who are you going to call? LEGO Ghostbusters!
There had been rumors floating around about an official LEGO Ghostbusters being released into the wild in the near future. Now it’s official. LEGO announced a release date of January 2016!
New LEGO 3296-piece Star Wars Sandcrawler means treading lightly
It’s late at night. The lights are out in your home and you’ve just put the kids to bed. You step gingerly with your bare feet as to not awaken the sleeping cherubs. As you near the exit, a sudden sharp primal scream inducing pain races up from your foot to your now nearly exploding cranium. Welcome to the world of LEGO.