Bricks & Minifigs Woodbridge Hosts Interactive Data Detective Event with LEGO®-Inspired Learning

WASHINGTON - April 9, 2025 - PRLog -- WOODBRIDGE, VA – Families gathered at Bricks & Minifigs Woodbridge for a hands-on story time and STEM learning event with author Chandra Donelson and her book, The Data Detective at the Carnival.

The event combined reading, problem-solving, and LEGO® building to introduce children to data concepts in a fun and engaging way. Donelson began by reading her book, which follows William, a curious young boy, as he explores real-world data concepts through an adventure at a carnival.

After the reading, children participated in a special LEGO® duck-building activity using a design created by Eli Watson, a local high school student from Woodbridge. The activity encouraged kids to think critically about shapes, patterns, and problem-solving—key principles in both data and engineering.

Following the build, kids took part in a LEGO® brick scavenger hunt, searching the store for 10 hidden LEGO® brick ducks. The activity reinforced observation and attention to detail—just like the activities in Donelson's book.

"Seeing kids connect data concepts to hands-on play was amazing," Donelson said. "LEGO® building is a great way to introduce skills like problem-solving, patterns, and creativity."

Bricks & Minifigs Woodbridge: Where Learning Meets Play

Bricks & Minifigs Woodbridge, owned by Adam and Katherine Watson, opened on December 14, 2024. The store specializes in buying, selling, and trading LEGO® sets, minifigures, and bulk bricks, making it a go-to spot for LEGO® fans of all ages.

"We love combining learning with LEGO®," said Adam and Katherine Watson, owners of Bricks & Minifigs Woodbridge. "'The Data Detective' makes it easy for sensory engagement."

Bringing Data Literacy to More Kids

Families and educators interested in hosting a Data Detective event or learning more about Donelson's Inspiration Library, which donates books to classrooms and underserved communities, can visit www.thedatadetective.org or contact contact@thedatadetective.org (https://www.prlog.org).