The LEGO Duplo Trains theme is a subset of the LEGO Duplo line focused on train-related builds. The sets include larger, child-friendly pieces that allow young builders to assemble train tracks, locomotives, carriages, and associated structures. Emphasizing basic construction and early motor skills, the theme offers an introduction to the world of trains and rail systems, providing youngsters an avenue for imaginative play centered around transportation and train adventures.
1988 LEGO Sets
In 1988, LEGO continued its expansion and innovation, further solidifying its status as a global leader in creative play. This year saw the introduction of the LEGO Pirates theme, one of the most groundbreaking additions to LEGO’s lineup. Unlike previous themes, which primarily focused on medieval knights, space explorers, and city life, LEGO Pirates introduced an adventurous, high-seas setting featuring pirates, imperial soldiers, island forts, and iconic pirate ships. This theme also revolutionized LEGO minifigures by introducing character-specific facial expressions, departing from the classic smiley face to include eyepatches, beards, and mischievous grins, adding a new level of personality to LEGO storytelling.