models and modelmaking

Learn all about the brave Jedi. Discover how they use the mysterious power of the force to protect the galaxy.

Defy the Empire with brave Princess Leia, Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, and other Rebel heroes.

Enter the lawless planet of Tatooine. This desert land is home to smugglers, scoundrels, rogues, and villains.

Meet the members of the mighty Separatist army, including General Grievous, Pong Krell, and Count Dooku.

Meet devious Hutts, greedy bounty hunters, menacing pirates, and many more of the galaxy's lowlifes.

Join brave scavenger Rey, reformed stormtrooper Finn, and other heroes as they battle Kylo Ren and the First Order.

"A LEGO?? minifigure is lost and needs to get back to the safety of the toy shelf with his other LEGO friends. But it will take some quick thinking and solid LEGO building skills for this tiny toy to make it there safely! Grab your LEGO collection and build your way through this exciting story. Make a bridge to traverse the depths of the kitchen sink. Build a roller coaster to distract the spooky hallway monsters. Help the minifigure escape the claws of a plush toy cat with a brick-built helicopter and much more as you help him build his way home. With a minifigure, accessories, and plenty of building tips and inspirational photos, build yourself an adventure as you save the day."--.

"Scale models are usually built as accurate miniatures of real objects such as vehicles, buildings, and even people. This . . . introduction to model making explains the mathematics of scale, and the difference between building from a kit and building from scratch. Tips on painting, scoring, cementing, and weathering help build fine-motor skills"--Provided by publisher.

"This . . . introduction to model making explains the mathematics of scale, how clockwork, electric, and steam trains work, and the difference between building from a kit and building from scratch. Tips on painting, cutting and filing, cementing, and basic electronics help build fine-motor skills"--Provided by publisher.

"Historically, model figures tended to be military ones, such as soldiers. Gaming has brought a . . . popularity to building . . . characters from fantasy games, both people and animals. This . . . introduction to model making explains the mathematics of scale, using the Internet for research, and how to shape and fix molded figures"--Provided by publisher.