As a kid, I was given a random box of legos with no guidance. I wanted to make things but I couldn't. Didn't know "how". I quickly lost interest. As an adult,

As a kid, I was given a random box of legos with no guidance. I wanted to make things but I couldn't. Didn't know "how". I quickly lost interest. As an adult, I've purchased a couple of sets and had a great time putting it together. Following the instructions, I can see more easily see how different combinations of bricks, when put together, makes a certain shape. I wish I had something similar growing up. Some kids can be given a paint brush and develop enough interest by themselves to become an expert. Most kids need guidance. Whether its a coloring book or more formal instruction, having concrete and achievable goals is how most people stay interested in learning a skill. For people who do not have any artistic skills, it's not realistic to ask them to just pick up some paint and a canvas, and just "use your imagination". IMO, what Legos is doing is the right thing for most people. For the people who can be motivated to learn in a vacuum, they have a valuable gift.