Set Facts
- DUPLO tubes were introduced back in 2002, but they have only been available in about a dozen sets, mostly in the LEGO Education line.
- The price of the set was increased from $149.95 to $159.95 RRP in August 2022.
Regional Retail Prices (LEGO.com/Store)
Subtheme Analysis
Annual growth
+3.86% (this set +8.48%)
This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme
Community Stats
Tubes currently ranks #2 out of the top most owned sets in Education Duplo.
About Education Duplo
The LEGO Education Duplo sets are designed for educational purposes, targeting preschool and early elementary-aged children to support learning through play. The "World People Set" (45011) includes a variety of Duplo figures representing different cultures and professions, aimed at promoting diversity and community awareness. The "Community Transport Set" (9211) features vehicles such as cars, buses, and a helicopter, along with corresponding figures, to teach children about different modes of transportation and their roles in a community. The "Math Train" (45008) combines numeracy skills with imaginative play, featuring a train with numbered bricks and figures to help children learn counting and basic math. The "Story Tales" (45005) set includes a variety of Duplo bricks, characters, and props designed to encourage storytelling, language development, and creative thinking. These sets are often used in classroom settings to enhance educational experiences through interactive, hands-on activities.
Summary
Education Duplo Tubes set 45026 was released on May 22, 2020, retailing for $160, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $269, while used sets sell around $223.
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LEGO Education Tubes lets children explore a world of fantasy animals and other creative builds – made from Tubes! Using a colorful collection of unique tube elements, LEGO DUPLO bricks, balls, doors and baskets, and 6 building inspiration cards, kids can create an egg-laying hen, dragon, little pooping larva and more. Tubes develops children's 21st century skills, such as problem-solving, collaboration and fine motor skills, while introducing them to cause and effect, symmetry and 3D shape recognition. This fun Early Learning set for preschoolers also includes a Getting Started card containing 5 simple ideas to inspire playful learning with Tubes in the classroom.
Using a colorful collection of unique tube elements, LEGO® DUPLO® bricks, balls, doors and baskets, and 6 building inspiration cards, kids can create an egg-laying hen, dragon, little pooping larva and more. Tubes develops children's 21st century skills, such as problem-solving, collaboration and fine motor...
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