The LEGO Group is a Danish company known for its iconic interlocking plastic bricks. Founded in 1932 by Ole Kirk Christiansen, the company initially produced wooden toys before shifting to plastic in the late 1940s. Today, LEGO sets come in various themes, including Star Wars, Harry Potter, and City, appealing to children and adults alike. LEGO promotes creativity and imagination through play, encouraging users to build and design their own structures. The company also offers educational programs and robotics kits, such as LEGO Mindstorms, to inspire learning in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.