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Snowcraft - Building a LEGO Snowfort from giant LEGO snow-bricks

Childhood MomentsHome Learning
Jan 19
Written By Veranda Vikings
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As the winter world outside our window dresses itself in a cloak of
snow, varying from the lightest flakes to the most tenacious of
drifts, we embrace the playful side of this frosty season. On days
when the snow is just right, when it holds together like the perfect
snowball, we step outside, not for a snowman or a snow cave, but for
something a little more... constructive.

With giant LEGO-shaped storage bin lids in hand, we've found a way to
bring a touch of the beloved digital world of Minecraft into our very
real backyard. The concept is simple: we press the lid into the snow,
compacting it firmly to create a block of winter wonder. Then, with a
gentle lift, we reveal a perfect 2x2 LEGO brick made entirely of
snow. It's a matter of getting the angle just right, pressing
consistently, and soon enough, we have a pile of snowy bricks ready
for assembly.

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We leave the building to the kids, watching as their imaginations
take over. With each snow brick, they construct their own versions of
a Minecraft realm, creating everything from a glowing snowlamp to a
robust igloo fortress. They meticulously carve out their territory,
erecting walls and fashioning a seating area where they can rule over
their wintry kingdom.

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As dusk settles and the chill of the night creeps in, we place a lamp
inside their igloo. The soft light filters through the snow, casting
a warm glow that transforms their creation into a beacon of childhood
ingenuity. From the comfort of their rooms, they gaze out at the
illuminated snowlamp or fortress, a visual lullaby before they drift
into dreams.

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