{"product_id":"lego-technic-planet-earth-moon-in-orbit-42179-526-piece-space-toy","title":"LEGO Technic Planet Earth \u0026 Moon in Orbit (42179) – 526-Piece Space Toy","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore the solar system with the LEGO Technic Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit (42179). This 526-piece model is designed for curious builders aged 10 and up, blending tactile engineering with a clear, visual representation of how Earth, Moon, and Sun interact in orbit. A crankshaft lets kids turn and watch the motion come to life, while the printed calendar details offer a tangible timeline through the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes it engaging\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInteractive model that invites kids to recreate a planetary system using a crankshaft-driven rotation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted months and moon phases add a tangible timeline to the year, helping visualize how the orbit shapes our seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile gift idea for birthdays or space-themed rooms, with space-ready decoration options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntuitive building guidance via the LEGO Builder app, which lets builders zoom, rotate, and track progress in 3D.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHands-on learning moments\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeyond assembly, the set encourages exploration of orbit concepts, gravity, and rotation in a safe, play-based environment. As kids turn the crank, they can observe how relative motion produces changing perspectives and time markers without screens. The printed calendar details offer a year-long project that links space ideas to real-world cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e526 pieces yield a model that stands over 9 in (24 cm) high, about 12.5 in (33 cm) long and 7 in (18 cm) wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for ages 10 and up, suitable for independent play or family building sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect as a desk or shelf display in a space-themed room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether used for standalone play or as a decorative educational centerpiece, this LEGO Technic set offers a hands-on way to imagine the solar system. It pairs well with other space toys and LEGO Technic ranges, inviting ongoing builds and explorations with the LEGO Builder app. Display-worthy and thought-provoking, it invites curious minds to imagine possibilities without promising specific results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What age is the LEGO Technic Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit set suitable for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Designed for ages 10 and up; it offers a challenging build and space-themed exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What features does the set include?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: A crankshaft rotation mechanism, printed months and moon phases, 526 pieces, and LEGO Builder app guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"LEGO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55108222582952,"sku":"B0CGY3ZB29","price":167.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2990\/9672\/files\/lego-technic-planet-earth-moon-in-orbit-model.jpg?v=1767685500","url":"https:\/\/toygame.ca\/products\/lego-technic-planet-earth-moon-in-orbit-42179-526-piece-space-toy","provider":"Toygame Canada | Playtime Starts Here ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}