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Build The Eiffel Tower and The Empire State Building- LEGO Style!

Build The Eiffel Tower and The Empire State Building- LEGO Style!
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Build LEGO models of the Eiffel Tower and the Empire State Building, compare designs, measure heights, and learn basic architecture using step by step instructions.

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Step-by-step guide to build the Eiffel Tower and the Empire State Building — LEGO style

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Watch me build the 10,001 brick LEGO Eiffel Tower

What you need
Adult supervision required, coloring materials, lego baseplate, lego bricks, paper, pencil, reference pictures of the eiffel tower and the empire state building, ruler or measuring tape

Step 1

Gather all the materials and put them on a clear workspace.

Step 2

Place the reference pictures where you can see them easily.

Step 3

Decide to build the Eiffel Tower first.

Step 4

Choose a scale for your models (for example 1 brick = 1 meter) and write it on your paper.

Step 5

Sketch a simple side-view outline of the Eiffel Tower on the paper using your chosen scale.

Step 6

Sort LEGO bricks by size and color for the Eiffel Tower.

Step 7

Build the Eiffel Tower base and legs following your sketch.

Step 8

Add the upper sections and spire to finish the Eiffel Tower model.

Step 9

Measure the height of your Eiffel Tower model with the ruler and write the number on your paper.

Step 10

Sketch a simple side-view outline of the Empire State Building on the same paper using the same scale.

Step 11

Sort LEGO bricks by size and color for the Empire State Building.

Step 12

Build the Empire State Building model focusing on its stacked tiers and spire using your sketch.

Step 13

Measure the height of your Empire State Building model and write the number on your paper.

Step 14

Write two design differences and one similarity between your two LEGO buildings on your paper.

Step 15

Share photos and a short description of your finished LEGO Eiffel Tower and Empire State Building on DIY.org.

Final steps

You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!

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Help!?

What can we use if we don't have LEGO bricks for this Eiffel Tower and Empire State Building project?

If you don't have LEGO bricks, substitute Duplo or Mega Bloks (sorted by size and color as in the instructions) or cut colored cardboard blocks to follow your sketch and build the Eiffel Tower base and legs and the Empire State stacked tiers.

My Eiffel Tower keeps wobbling — what should I check or fix?

If the tower wobbles or tiers won't align with your sketch, reinforce the base by adding wider plates and interlocking bricks, recheck the chosen scale you wrote on paper, and measure with the ruler as you add upper sections and the spire.

How can I adapt this activity for different age groups?

For ages 4–6 use larger Duplo pieces and a pre-drawn simple outline to build the base and legs, for ages 7–10 have them sketch side-views, sort bricks, and measure heights with the ruler, and for 11+ require a precise scale, detailed stacked tiers and spire work, and written design comparisons.

How can we make this LEGO architecture activity more creative or advanced?

Enhance the project by mounting both models on a labeled baseplate that shows the chosen scale, adding battery LED lights to the spires, writing the measured heights and the two design differences plus similarity on your paper, and then photographing the display for DIY.org.

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Facts about architecture and model building for kids

🧪 LEGO bricks are made from ABS plastic, which makes them strong, durable, and great for stacking tall towers.

📐 The Eiffel Tower is repainted roughly every 7 years to protect it from rust, using about 60 tonnes of paint each time.

🗼 The Eiffel Tower was built for the 1889 Exposition Universelle and stands about 324 m tall including its antennas.

🏙️ The Empire State Building was completed in 1931, has 102 floors, and reaches 1,454 ft (443 m) to its tip (1,250 ft / 381 m to the roof).

🧱 The modern LEGO brick design was patented in 1958 — and LEGO studs are spaced 8 mm apart, handy for measuring model scale!

How do I guide my child to build LEGO models of the Eiffel Tower and the Empire State Building step by step?

Start with photos or simple sketches of each landmark and sort bricks by color and size. Build a sturdy base, then create a repeating module for the tower’s legs or central shaft. Stack identical sections to reach the desired height, adding cross-bracing for stability. For detail, add antennae, observation decks, and decorative plates. Compare the two models, measure heights, and encourage notes about design differences. Allow time to rebuild and iterate for better proportion and strength.

What materials and LEGO pieces do we need to build the Eiffel Tower and Empire State Building?

You’ll need a mix of standard LEGO bricks: plates, 1x1 and 1x2 bricks, 1x1 round studs, slopes, hinge pieces, and technic beams for reinforcement. Use a baseplate, a ruler or tape measure, printed reference photos, pencil and graph paper for planning, and a brick separator. Optional: clear bricks for windows, small tiles for decorative details, and different color bricks to mark sections. Keep small-parts storage and workspace cleared for safety.

What ages is this LEGO architecture activity suitable for?

This activity is flexible: ages 6–12 enjoy guided building and learning about scale, while older kids can design more accurate models and measure proportions. Younger children (4–5) can join with simpler, chunky bricks or Duplo and focus on basic shapes. Always supervise children under 8 due to small parts. Adjust complexity, time, and instruction level to the child’s attention span and fine motor skills for a positive experience.

What are the learning benefits of building LEGO versions of the Eiffel Tower and Empire State Building?

Building these landmarks teaches basic architecture concepts, symmetry, and structural stability. Kids practice measuring, comparing proportions, and translating 2D images into 3D models, boosting spatial reasoning and early engineering thinking. It also strengthens fine motor skills, patience, problem-solving, and planning. Collaborative builds encourage communication and teamwork. Use measuring and sketching steps to reinforce math and observational skills while keeping the activity creative a
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Build The Eiffel Tower and The Empire State Building- LEGO Style!