Why this LibGuide Exists
Plenty of parents around the world are witnessing their children playing Minecraft and many want to jump in and bond with their kids with their favorite game. It doesn’t matter if you’re a video game veteran or total newbie, this guide provides you the knowledge you need to be a Minecraft Pro. Whether you’re looking to impress your kids with your Minecraft knowledge or jump in and have fun with them in-game, this guide will fulfill your Minecraft Needs!
We also decided to include links to various sources regarding improving children’s cognitive development through Minecraft and how video games in general affect the brain of a growing child. We hope that these resources will help turn the tide on the old wives’ tale of video games “melting” children’s brains.
Finally, we also decided to include some sources regarding video game addiction and how you can prevent your child from succumbing to excessive screentime. Although our sources ascertain that video games can actually increase cognitive development in children, we do want to stress that this is only true if they are playing in moderation. Video game addiction is a serious ailment and should be considered before it gets out of control.
Now that we’ve covered the boring stuff let’s start crafting!
Getting Started
If you’re completely new please watch this Minecraft trailer to get an idea of the world you’re about to jump into.
If you’re a seasoned player feel free to skip the trailer and navigate this LibGuide through the menu provided above.
Minecraft. (2011, December 6). Official Minecraft Trailer [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guRoWTYfxMs