A real founder’s story
From wooden toys to plastic bricks: follow Ole Kirk through workshop fires, hard choices, and the pursuit of better toys.
Founders for Kids · A true story
The story behind their favorite bricks.
For the kid who loves LEGO: meet Ole Kirk Kristiansen, the carpenter whose small toy workshop became a world-famous company.
Ole Kirk Kristiansen: Founder of LEGO
Paperback · Ages 7–15
Inside the book
A story to read. Ideas to try.
A workbook for their own ideas
A Young Founder’s Workbook invites your reader to move from learning about an idea to developing one of their own.
Trivia and a helpful glossary
A trivia game lets kids revisit the story. The Founder’s Glossary explains business terms in kid-friendly language.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this book for?
Amazon lists a reading age of 7–15 years for this edition. Choose it with your child’s reading confidence in mind; younger readers can enjoy it with an adult.
Is it a story or a building instruction book?
It is a biography of Ole Kirk Kristiansen, the founder of LEGO, with a workbook, trivia game, and glossary. It is not a guide to building LEGO models.
What format will I be buying?
The linked Amazon listing is for the English-language paperback: 88 pages, in a 6 × 9 inch format. Check Amazon for the current price, availability, and delivery options.
Is this an official LEGO book?
No. This is an independent biography in the Founders for Kids series, not an official LEGO publication. LEGO is a trademark of the LEGO Group.
Ole Kirk Kristiansen: Founder of LEGO
Bring the story to your young builder.
An independent Founders for Kids biography. Not an official LEGO publication.
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