July 26th 2024.
Becoming an astronaut has always been a dream job for many kids. And now, with the exciting competition that Lego has organized, this dream may soon become a reality for some lucky winners. As the company unveils its latest space-themed sets, children are buzzing with excitement to get their hands on them.
Throughout the years, certain things have remained constant for kids, and that includes their love for outer space and dinosaurs. It's no surprise then that Lego has a wide range of sets based on these two popular themes. This year, however, they are putting a special focus on outer space, not just in a dedicated Space range, but also in their City and Friends lines. And while some sets may have a touch of fantasy, they all have an element of realism to them.
To further ignite children's interest in space, Lego held a competition where they were invited to record a message that could be sent into outer space. Today, the lucky winners will have their creations transmitted from the Goonhilly Earth Station in Cornwall. The viewing party will be available for everyone to watch via video, with the 10 winners being chosen by Eurovision star Sam Ryder and Sky At Night presenter Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock DBE. The two will also feature in the video, discussing all things space and the chosen winners, as well as playing games. And there's even a surprise in store from Sam Ryder later in the show.
In an interview with Metro, Dr Maggie shared her thoughts on the messages that the children had created for the competition. She mentioned how imaginative and energized the entries were, ranging from outer space slumber parties to skateboarding on the rings of Saturn. It's clear that these young minds are eager to explore the vastness of space.
Aside from the competition, Lego also conducted a survey and found that a whopping 75% of kids dream of going to space, with 20% believing that they will be able to live on another planet in their lifetime. And it doesn't stop there, as over a third of the children claimed that space exploration was their favorite subject, with 12% even considering it as their ultimate playdate location.
But Lego's space sets aren't just for fun, they can also be educational. While some kids may aspire to be footballers or doctors, for 8% of them, being an astronaut is their dream job. And who can blame them? Floating in zero gravity is definitely a perk that many would love to experience. This is music to Dr Maggie's ears as she regularly visits schools to promote science and astronomy. She believes that it's important to tap into children's natural interest in the subject and encourage them to ask questions about the cosmos and the possibility of extraterrestrial life.
Apart from the Friends and City toys, Lego has also released larger sets this year, including models of the Artemis rocket and the Milky Way, both approved by NASA. While they also have popular licensed sets like Star Wars, it's interesting to note that many of their current space sets are inspired by real NASA designs, showing that kids are just as fascinated by the idea of exploring our own universe.
As the competition winners' messages get beamed into outer space, it's clear that Lego's space-themed sets are not just for play, but also for inspiring and educating the next generation of space explorers. And who knows, one of these young minds may just become the next astronaut to walk on the moon. The possibilities are endless and Lego is here to fuel their imagination and curiosity.
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