How many pieces are in the Creative Box?

Creative Box contains 900 pieces.

What age is the Creative Box recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 4+.

When was the Creative Box released?

Creative Box was released in 2017.

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🏛 Classic

Set #10704

Creative Box

The Creative Box is the quintessential LEGO starter set.

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Who it's for: Ages 4+ · Beginner build Perfect for children and families exploring creative LEGO building
Build: 900 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $59.99 list price · 6.7¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.6 community rating from 123 ratings

A highly recommended set for introducing children to LEGO building, praised for its variety of pieces and open-ended play possibilities. Some find it lacks specific instructions, which may not appeal to all builders.

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The Creative Box is the quintessential LEGO starter set. With 900 pieces in a rainbow of colors, it’s designed to spark imagination and provide endless building possibilities for LEGO newcomers and seasoned fans alike. The included idea booklet provides a springboard for creativity, encouraging builders to create anything they can imagine.

This set is perfect for children and families looking to explore the world of LEGO. It offers a diverse range of basic bricks, plates, and specialty elements, providing a solid foundation for building skills and fostering creativity. The absence of specific instructions allows for open-ended play, making it a wonderful introduction to free-form LEGO building.

Skip this if you are looking for a complex building experience with a specific model in mind. This set is all about creativity and loose building, so if you prefer structured builds with detailed instructions, consider sets from themes like LEGO City or LEGO Creator, which offer a mix of both guided and creative building opportunities.

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900

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

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Build Highlights:

Wide variety of bricks and elements for open-ended play
No set instructions encourage imagination
Inspiration booklet provides building ideas
Great for developing basic building skills

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Creative Box, while not a licensed set or limited edition, holds some investment potential due to its status as a fundamental LEGO set. As a retired product, it may see some appreciation over time, especially if kept sealed. The high piece count for the price point makes it an attractive option for bulk LEGO buyers, and the diverse range of elements could be valuable for MOC builders. However, its mass-market appeal means it's unlikely to skyrocket in value, so consider it a long-term, low-risk investment.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Medium Creative Brick Box

Creative Building Bricks

Classic • 1,200 pcs

$59.99

Compared to other LEGO Classic sets like the larger 10696-1 Medium Creative Brick Box, the 10704-1 Creative Box offers a slightly more compact and affordable option. While 10696-1 has more pieces, 10704-1 is a great starting point for younger builders or those with limited space. For builders seeking a more structured experience, LEGO Creator sets offer similar piece counts with instructions for multiple models.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 900
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 120 unique parts, 900 pieces

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

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Part #: 10314 2× Magenta

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Part #: 11153 2× Bright Light Orange

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Part #: 11477 4× Bright Light Yellow

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Part #: 11477 4× Medium Lavender

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 13564 2× White

Brick 1 x 1 x 3

Part #: 14716 2× White

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 14769 2× Dark Purple

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 14769 4× Dark Green

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 14769 2× Reddish Brown

Part #: 15068 2× Yellow

Panel 1 x 4 x 1 w...

Part #: 15207 2× Reddish Brown

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Part #: 15207 4× Lime

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 15571 2× White

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Part #: 15573 4× Tan

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Part #: 15573 4× Bright Light Orange

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Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 4× Light Bluish Gray

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Part #: 2432 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 12

Part #: 2445 1× Dark Red

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 2449 4× Reddish Brown

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 2449 4× White

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 2× Bright Green

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 2× Yellow

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 2× Dark Red

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2877 4× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2926 2× Black

Lever Small Base ...

Part #: 298c02 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 4× Black

Part #: 3001 4× Medium Lavender

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 4× Dark Purple

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 4× Dark Red

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 4× Lime

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 4× Orange

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 4× Medium Azure

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 4× Green

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 4× Reddish Brown

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 4× Blue

Brick 2 x 3

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Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 4× Yellow

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 4× White

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 4× Light Bluish Gray

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Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 4× Yellow

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 4× Bright Pink

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Bright Light Yellow

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Dark Blue

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Medium Nougat

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Tan

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Bright Pink

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Medium Azure

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Black

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 8× Yellow

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Part #: 3004 4× Lime

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Dark Green

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Medium Lavender

Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 30044 1× Reddish Brown

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× Green

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× Medium Blue

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× Dark Pink

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× Blue

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× White

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× Red

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× Yellowish Green

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× Trans-Purple

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× Black

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× Dark Purple

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 2× Orange

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 2× Medium Azure

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 4× Medium Lavender

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 4× Lime

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 4× Green

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 4× Dark Pink

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30136 4× Medium Nougat

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30136 4× Lavender

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30137 4× Bright Pink

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30137 4× Medium Nougat

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 30165 4× Dark Purple

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Medium Blue

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Tan

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Bright Light Orange

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Medium Lavender

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Magenta

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Dark Blue

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Black

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 4× Orange

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 4× White

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× Medium Azure

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× Green

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 6× Red

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Dark Blue

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Orange

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Lime

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Trans-Clear

Plate 4 x 12

Part #: 3029 1× White

Plate 4 x 10

Part #: 3030 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× Tan

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 2× Yellow

Part #: 3034 1× Reddish Brown

Plate 4 x 8

Part #: 3035 1× Green

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3037 4× Medium Lavender

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Part #: 3062b 4× Trans-Red

Brick Round 1 x 1...

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Part #: 3062b 4× Medium Azure

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 8× Dark Brown

Brick 1 x 2 witho...

Part #: 3065 4× Trans-Light Blue

Brick 1 x 2 witho...

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Brick 1 x 2 witho...

Part #: 3065 4× Trans-Yellow

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 4× Bright Pink

Brick 1 x 2 x 2 w...

Part #: 3245c 4× Dark Bluish Gray

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Part #: 3245c 2× Light Bluish Gray

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Part #: 3298 4× Blue

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 33243 2× Lavender

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 33291 3× Bright Green

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 33291 3× Magenta

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 4× Medium Blue

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 4× Red

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 4× Yellowish Green

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 4× Light Bluish Gray

Part #: 3623 4× Dark Purple

Brick Arch 1 x 4

Part #: 3659 4× Bright Pink

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 2× Tan

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Part #: 3660 4× Bright Light Orange

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 4× Dark Green

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 8× Dark Red

Part #: 3666 2× Medium Lavender

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Dark Green

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Blue

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 4× Dark Green

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Medium Blue

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 4× Bright Pink

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 4× Dark Red

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Magenta

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3747b 4× Blue

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Medium Blue

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Dark Red

Plate 2 x 10

Part #: 3832 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Part #: 3957b 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4081b 4× Red

Brick Curved Inve...

Part #: 42023 2× Yellow

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 4× Dark Tan

Brick Sloped 33° ...

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Brick Sloped 33° ...

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Brick Sloped 75° ...

Part #: 4460b 2× Light Aqua

Brick Sloped 75° ...

Part #: 4460b 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Flag 4 x 1 Wavy [...

Part #: 4495b 1× Red

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 4600 2× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 4600 2× Light Bluish Gray

Wheel 8 x 6

Part #: 4624 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 47905 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Round Corne...

Part #: 48092 2× Bright Light Orange

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 48336 2× Red

Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...

Part #: 4865b 4× Medium Azure

Part #: 50950 2× Dark Blue

Brick Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 50950 4× Orange

Wedge Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 51739 4× Dark Red

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 53451 2× Pearl Gold

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Part #: 54200 2× Black

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

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Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

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Wheel 11 x 12 wit...

Part #: 6014b 4× Light Bluish Gray

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Part #: 60481 4× Light Bluish Gray

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Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 60592 2× Reddish Brown

Window 1 x 4 x 3 ...

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Window 1 x 4 x 3 ...

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Door Frame 1 x 4 ...

Part #: 60596 1× Yellow

Glass for Window ...

Part #: 60601 2× Trans-Clear

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Part #: 60603 1× Trans-Purple

Window 1 x 2 x 3 ...

Part #: 60608 4× Green

Door 1 x 4 x 6 wi...

Part #: 60623 1× Green

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 4× Medium Azure

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 4× Dark Red

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 4× Bright Light Yellow

Brick 1 x 10

Part #: 6111 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 3× Yellow

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 3× Blue

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 6× White

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 3× Flat Silver

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 3× Tan

Brick Arch 1 x 4 x 2

Part #: 6182 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Arch 1 x 4 x 2

Part #: 6182 4× Medium Nougat

Brick Arch 1 x 6 ...

Part #: 6183 2× Reddish Brown

Brick Curved 2 x 3

Part #: 6215 3× Medium Azure

Brick Curved 2 x 3

Part #: 6215 4× Yellow

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 4× Bright Light Orange

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 2× Black

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 3× Green

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 2× Tan

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 4× Reddish Brown

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 4× Yellow

Tyre 15 x 6 Offse...

Part #: 87414 4× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 4× Orange

Tyre 21 x 12 with...

Part #: 87697 4× Black

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 88930 2× Lavender

Wedge Plate 3 x 4...

Part #: 90194 2× Red

Plate Special 4 x...

Part #: 92099 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tyre 17.5 x 6 wit...

Part #: 92409 4× Black

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93273 4× Dark Pink

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93273 4× Blue

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93273 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 93274 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Wheel 11 x 6 with...

Part #: 93595 4× Black

Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 94161 1× Reddish Brown

Brick and Axle Se...

Part #: 96874 1× Orange

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 2× Trans-Yellow

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

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Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 98138pr0026 3× White

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 98138pr0027 3× White

This set provides a solid collection of basic bricks and slopes in a wide range of colors, making it a great resource for MOC builders. While there are no particularly rare elements, the quantity of common pieces is useful for expanding any LEGO collection.

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💎 Notable Parts

White Slope 45° 2 x 2 (10x) $1.00

Red Brick 2 x 4 (8x) $0.80

Dark Brown Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud (8x) $1.60

Dark Red Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] (8x) $2.40

Dark Bluish Gray Tile Special 1 x 2 with Handle (4x) $0.80

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$6.60

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