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Lots of unusual shapes, but not so many plain blocks. Great for adding to an existing collection.
<p><strong>Toy Description</strong></p> <p>This basic playset comes with 607 pieces, including bricks of various sizes. 4 wheels, 2 eye pieces, and other unusual pieces. A booklet showing how to make various shapes like animals, people, and some vehicles is included.</p> <p><strong>Play</strong></p> <p>This set is meant for general exploration of the various pieces and how they can be assembled. Without a predetermined structure to work towards, children are able to stretch their imaginations and build free-form. &nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Observations</strong></p> <p>Receiving mostly positive feedback, the Creative Bucket is suitable as a starter set for beginners as well as an expansion pack to boost any currently owned collection. Many reviewers purchased this playset for children who were new to LEGOs, saying that the children immediately began building. Other reviewers said they acquired this set as a way of filling any gaps in their other sets.</p> <p>Some adult reviewers admitted that this was for themselves.</p> <p>We did note some less-than-positive feelings about this set, though, specifically because the pieces included are so unusual. Some users reported being limited to what can be built since the number of the very small pieces (one- and two-peg pieces) is higher than they expected. A number of reviewers said they expected to receive a bucket of the larger bricks, such as the six-, eight-, and twelve-peg bricks, and were very disappointed to discover that this was not the case. They felt building options were more limited due to this.</p> <p>This set will not really provide much in the way of simple building blocks, as it is mostly made of small pieces, and unusal shapes.</p> <p><strong>Care</strong></p> <ul> <li>Wipe down with damp cloth</li> <li>Wash in warm water and soap</li> </ul> <p>For more in-depth information on how to clean this type of toy, please see our blog, <a href="/Blogs1/The-Cleaning-Guide-for-Toys.htm" linktype="8" target="_self">The Cleaning Guide for Toys</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Parts and Pieces</strong></p> <p>Not applicable. No additional parts are needed.</p> <p><strong>Concerns</strong></p> <p>Complaints regarding piece selection has been noted. The set included many rather odd pieces, like eyes, a steering wheel, and other very small pieces.&nbsp;</p>
Bricks and More Creative Bucket 607pc
Date published: 2016-02-02
8.00 / 10 stars

Bricks and More Creative Bucket 607pc

by LEGO
current stage2016-02-02

A huge assortment of colors, shapes, and sizes allows for free-form building, making this a great starter set as well as an addition to existing sets. The container can easily hold the 607 pieces with room for many more bricks.

Most reviewers were happy with the pieces found in this set, though we did note some users being disappointed that the set did not include as many of the larger blocks as they had hoped. 

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Overall8.00
This measure how often, for how long, and how many different ages will play with this toy. A great toy will be loved for years, and is still wanted as the child grows.
Replay
  • 9.00
 
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Quality
  • 9.50
 
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Cognitive
  • 7.00
 
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Motor
  • 6.00
 
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Social
  • 2.00
 

Product Specs

Age 4+
Made in Denmark, Hungary, Mexico, Czech Republic
Recalls No
Batteries None
Materials Hard Plastic
Choking Hazard Small Pieces
Date Reviewed 01/19/2016

Where to Buy

Amazon $29.99
Pros
  • Huge variety of shapes
  • Easily stored in bucket
Cons
  • Odd shapes may not be suitable for all building projects
  • Not as many standard bricks as some may expect
Detailed Review

Toy Description

This basic playset comes with 607 pieces, including bricks of various sizes. 4 wheels, 2 eye pieces, and other unusual pieces. A booklet showing how to make various shapes like animals, people, and some vehicles is included.

Play

This set is meant for general exploration of the various pieces and how they can be assembled. Without a predetermined structure to work towards, children are able to stretch their imaginations and build free-form.  

Observations

Receiving mostly positive feedback, the Creative Bucket is suitable as a starter set for beginners as well as an expansion pack to boost any currently owned collection. Many reviewers purchased this playset for children who were new to LEGOs, saying that the children immediately began building. Other reviewers said they acquired this set as a way of filling any gaps in their other sets.

Some adult reviewers admitted that this was for themselves.

We did note some less-than-positive feelings about this set, though, specifically because the pieces included are so unusual. Some users reported being limited to what can be built since the number of the very small pieces (one- and two-peg pieces) is higher than they expected. A number of reviewers said they expected to receive a bucket of the larger bricks, such as the six-, eight-, and twelve-peg bricks, and were very disappointed to discover that this was not the case. They felt building options were more limited due to this.

This set will not really provide much in the way of simple building blocks, as it is mostly made of small pieces, and unusal shapes.

Care

  • Wipe down with damp cloth
  • Wash in warm water and soap

For more in-depth information on how to clean this type of toy, please see our blog, The Cleaning Guide for Toys.  

Parts and Pieces

Not applicable. No additional parts are needed.

Concerns

Complaints regarding piece selection has been noted. The set included many rather odd pieces, like eyes, a steering wheel, and other very small pieces. 

Manufacturer's Description

With more than 600 colorful elements, the LEGO Creative Bucket offers a world of unlimited building fun. Build and play with houses, farms and zoos! More than 600 elements include decorated eye and face bricks and wheels for endless possibilities. Includes an easy-to-follow building instruction booklet full of inspirational ideas for even more creative building fun.

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