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.
2007 LEGO Sets
2007 introduced the Modular Buildings series with Café Corner (10182) and Market Street (10190), defining a new era of advanced architectural builds. LEGO Star Wars celebrated its 30th anniversary, commemorated by a limited 14-karat gold C-3PO minifigure. New or refreshed themes included Aqua Raiders, Mars Mission, and a modernized Castle line, while Knights’ Kingdom II and the 9V Train system were retired. DUPLO added Thomas & Friends, extending LEGO’s preschool range.