Chemistry In Minecraft (Ages 7-14) CF

Chemistry in Minecraft

Students can use chemistry to create new Minecraft items like helium balloons and sparklers, view elements in a complete periodic table, and build a customized chemistry lab.

Our lessons cover everything from lab safety (in which the students encounter a dangerous lab environment and have to spot the hazards and then reduce the risk of accidents by sorting it out) to analytical chemistry (using the game’s new material reducer).

Our goal is to introduce the kids to a world of chemistry and hopefully spark some interest using a game that they all know and love. 

Teamwork, Problem Solving, and Critical Thinking

Students will work both individually and in teams. We try and mimic how real-world engineers work by allowing them to have both individual and team goals. This helps foster teamwork and communication skills. We also encourage them to try and solve a problem first, then go…