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.
2012 LEGO Sets
2012 was a landmark year highlighted by LEGO’s 80th anniversary and major licensed expansions. LEGO The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit joined the lineup alongside Marvel and DC Super Heroes, establishing enduring partnerships with both comic universes. LEGO Friends debuted, introducing mini-doll figures and Heartlake City, becoming one of LEGO’s most successful modern themes. Other launches included Monster Fighters, Disney Princess, and Dino. Alien Conquest, Atlantis, Pharaoh’s Quest, Kingdoms, and Harry Potter retired, though Harry Potter would later return in 2018.