Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to apply basic arithmetic skills to solve Minecraft-related problems and challenges.

Materials and Prep

Materials: Computer or tablet with Minecraft installed

Prep: Familiarize yourself with the basic controls and gameplay of Minecraft

Activities

1. Minecraft Math Quest: Create a simple obstacle course in Minecraft and challenge yourself to solve arithmetic problems at each checkpoint before advancing.

2. Build and Count: Use Minecraft blocks to build structures and practice counting and addition by adding up the total number of blocks used.

3. Mining Multiplication: Practice multiplication by mining resources in Minecraft and calculating the total amount collected.

Second Grade Talking Points

• "In Minecraft, we can use math to solve problems and build amazing things!"
• "When we count the blocks we use in Minecraft, we are practicing addition and counting skills."
• "Just like in Minecraft, we can use multiplication to figure out how many resources we have collected."