The LEGO Education Community sets are designed to teach children about community roles and interactions through hands-on play. The "Community Starter Set" (9389) includes a variety of buildings, vehicles, and figures, allowing children to construct a detailed community and explore different aspects of daily life. The "Community Workers" (9247) set features minifigures representing various professions such as firefighters, doctors, and construction workers, aimed at helping children understand different community roles. The "Community Transport Set" (9132) focuses on transportation within a community, including vehicles like buses, cars, and bikes along with relevant accessories. The "Community Minifigure Set" (9348) provides a wide range of minifigures from diverse professions and walks of life, encouraging children to engage in imaginative play and learn about the people who make up a community. These sets are typically used in educational settings to promote social studies and community awareness.
2004 LEGO Sets
In 2004, LEGO underwent a major shakeup as it worked to recover from record losses in 2003. This year saw significant changes in product strategy, color design, and partnerships, all of which played a role in LEGO’s long-term turnaround. One of the most controversial changes was the replacement of several long-standing LEGO colors, including gray, dark gray, brown, and violet, with newer, more vibrant shades. This shift also included the introduction of light nougat, which became the standard skin tone for many licensed minifigures.