Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to identify and describe different elements of a story while incorporating their interest in Minecraft.

Materials and Prep

• Minecraft-themed storybook or printouts of Minecraft characters
• Paper and pencils for drawing

Activities

1. Introduce the concept of characters in a story. Show the student the Minecraft-themed storybook or printouts of Minecraft characters.

   Ask the student to identify the main characters in the story or the characters they recognize from Minecraft.

2. Discuss the setting of a story. Explain that the setting is where the story takes place.

   Encourage the student to describe a Minecraft world and its different environments such as forests, mountains, or caves.

3. Explain the plot of a story. Discuss how the plot is the sequence of events that happen in a story.

   Ask the student to think about a Minecraft adventure they would like to go on and help them create a simple plot with a beginning, middle, and end.

4. Talk about the importance of problem-solving in a story. Explain that characters face challenges or problems that they need to overcome.

   Encourage the student to think about a problem their Minecraft character could encounter and how they would solve it.

5. Discuss the concept of a lesson or moral in a story. Explain that stories often have a message or something to learn from.

   Ask the student to think about a lesson they have learned from playing Minecraft and share it with you.

6. Engage the student in a drawing activity. Ask them to draw a scene from their Minecraft adventure, including the characters, setting, and problem they identified.

   Encourage the student to share their drawing and explain the elements they included.

Australia: Foundation (Kindergarten/Prep/Reception) Talking Points

• "In Australia, we have different environments just like in Minecraft. We have forests, deserts, and beautiful coastlines."
• "Just like the characters in Minecraft, we have characters in stories. Can you think of some characters you know from Minecraft?"
• "The setting of a story is like the different places we can explore in Minecraft. What are some places you can visit in Minecraft?"
• "The plot of a story is the sequence of events that happen. Can you think of a simple adventure you would like to go on in Minecraft?"
• "In stories, characters face challenges they need to solve. What problem could your Minecraft character encounter and how would they solve it?"
• "Stories often have a lesson or something to learn from. Can you think of a lesson you have learned from playing Minecraft?"