Bricks4Kidz-Northern Virginia

06/27/2018

Dream big

How can we inspire our kids to dream big? These quotes are a great starting point.

How can we inspire our kids to dream big? These quotes are a great starting point.

06/25/2018

You'll be amazed by what your child learns with the Bricks 4 Kidz® pre-school curriculum. From letter recognition to fine and gross-motor skills, DUPLO® Bricks make learning fun. https://goo.gl/Ms5X49 https://goo.gl/1KqkTu

06/22/2018

Porsche builds 911 Turbo out of massive Lego bricks

If you love LEGO® Bricks and cars, add a trip to the Porsche Museum to your to-do list!

As if you needed another reason to visit the Porsche Museum.

06/18/2018

"Creative thinking is not a talent, it is a skill that can be learned." ~Edward de Bono

At Bricks 4 Kidz® we believe kids can best learn this skill through activities that engage their curiosity and creativity.

06/15/2018

Have you ever heard of the Lady with the Lamp? Florence Nightingale is remembered for founding the nursing profession as we know it today. Learn why she was called the Lady with the Lamp here: https://goo.gl/M13g75

06/13/2018

Warp speed

How can we help our kids combine the benefits of technology with the benefits of face-to-face collaboration?

How can we help our kids combine the benefits of technology with the benefits of face-to-face collaboration?

06/11/2018

The Hechinger Report recommends four kinds of play to encourage STEM skills: "pretend play that involves a child using their imagination; exploratory play where children create experiments or take things apart; guided play where adults play and interact with children, and free play without an adult involved."

06/08/2018

Master Lego builder creates a life-size Lego Toyota Camry

We may not be building life-size cars, but we are building some super cool stuff with LEGO® Bricks. Let your child come learn, build and play with us!

This life-size lego replica of the Toyota Camry took over 500,000 Lego bricks and over 8 weeks to assemble. It was designed by Ryan 'The Brickman' McNaught who is 1 of only 14 Lego certified professionals in the world. The lego replica was made as a fun way to introduce the new Toyota Camry to the A...

06/06/2018

One of the most critical lessons we can help our kids learn? How to work with others. Bricks 4 Kidz® offers a uniquely fun way for kids to learn this lesson. Click here to find a class near you! https://goo.gl/38Zonz

06/04/2018

10 Ways to Motivate Your Child to Learn

Classroom learning is important. But if we really want our kids to learn, we have to provide plenty of opportunities for out-of-the-classroom learning, too.

Inspire her thirst for knowledge inside — and outside — of school.

06/01/2018

In 2015, 550,000 LEGO® Bricks were used to build a nearly 115-foot tower in Milan, Italy. Now that's tall!

05/29/2018

A powerful remembrance on Memorial Day.

05/25/2018

One of the key skills we work to instill in kids is the ability to collaborate with others. It's a skill that's critical in a global economy, and it's an important part of our Coding and Video Game design programs - new this camp season!

05/23/2018

What's a kid to do?

Long lazy days of summer are great until they become long boring days of summer. Be proactive!

Long lazy days of summer are great until they become long boring days of summer. Be proactive!

05/18/2018

Love the LEGO® movies? Here's a fun idea from Mommy Poppins: grab a phone or tablet and make your own movie. What will your storyline be?

05/17/2018

CONGRATULATIONS to Matthew and Alyssa, who are the winners of our Disney Dreaming Contest! We're sooooooo excited to give them tickets for four to Disneyworld for a summer getaway. We loved this quote from Alyssa, "I can't keep calm, I'm going to Disneyworld!" :) From all of us, thank you so much for participating in our contest. We appreciate each of you. And for Matthew and Alyssa, enjoy your vacation!

05/16/2018

. . . And the WINNER of our Disney Dreaming Contest is . . . almost here! Expect to see the winner announced in the next few days. If you happen to see an email in your inbox from us, we highly recommend opening it. It probably contains some amazing news. We'll have more information about the winner coming soon. Good luck!

05/14/2018

. . . And the WINNER of our Disney Dreaming Contest is . . . almost here! Expect to see the winner announced on this page this week. If you happen to see an email in your inbox from us, we highly recommend opening it. It probably contains some amazing news. We'll have more information about the winner coming soon. Good luck!

05/09/2018

Plan now for summer learning

Your child can actually improve academic skills over the summer. These summer activities can help.

Your child can actually improve academic skills over the summer. These summer activities can help.

05/07/2018

ONE WEEK LEFT! If you haven't had a chance to enter our Disney Dreaming Contest, now is the time. Simply LIKE this post and click the link below for a chance to win tickets to Disneyland or Disneyworld for a family of four. We'll be announcing the winner next week. To enter, CLICK HERE: https://goo.gl/wK7Ucw

04/30/2018

A study in Pediatrics explains that "play helps children develop new competencies that lead to enhanced confidence and the resiliency they will need to face future challenges." Bricks 4 Kidz® camps and programs are designed so that kids can learn through play.

04/28/2018

Have you joined our contest yet? There's still time. We're giving away free tickets to Disneyland or Disneyworld for a family of four. You pick the resort. All you have to do is tag one person who makes you happy and click on the link below. Good luck! We'll be announcing the winner May 15th. Make sure to follow our page for the announcement! To enter, CLICK HERE: https://goo.gl/wK7Ucw

04/22/2018

Dreaming of a Disney vacation? This is your chance to take your family to the happiest place on earth. We are giving away FREE tickets for a family of four to Disneyland or Disneyworld. You pick the resort. All you have to do is tell us your favorite Disney character and click on the link below. Good luck! CLICK HERE: https://goo.gl/wK7Ucw

04/20/2018

One answer to a stressful question

Struggling to help your child disengage from stress and engage with learning? Here's one answer:

Struggling to help your child disengage from stress and engage with learning? Here's one answer:

04/20/2018

You can code! This simple site will walk you through the steps. https://goo.gl/acgaxc

04/18/2018

New Lego pieces: Still hard on your feet, but easier on the planet

LEGO is introducing planet-friendly blocks made out of plant-based plastic. A perfect example of the role of science in industry.

Standard bricks still made of oil-based plastic; company has 2030 goal for those.

04/09/2018

Kids who spend time connecting with their parents do better in school. Make the most of mealtimes to have real conversations with your kids.

04/06/2018

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04/04/2018

Leave it up to our good friend ACPin to come up a awesome Lego Easter build.

Happy Easter!

04/02/2018

Teaching collaboration is more than putting students in groups; it is teaching them how to look to others for ideas, for solutions, for support. It's what a Bricks 4 Kidz camp is all about.

03/28/2018

What did you learn today?

When you ask your kids what they learned at a Bricks 4 Kidz® camp or class, be ready to hear a lot!

When you ask your kids what they learned at a Bricks 4 Kidz® camp or class, be ready to hear a lot!

03/23/2018