Not long ago, I shared a blog post that acknowledged that encouraging kids to play Minecraft may sound counterproductive, but it actually does have far-reaching educational value. I also shared a Minecraft Book that Creates a Bridge Between Parents & Kids.
This post has been so well-received that I decided to dive even deeper and share a plethora of great Minecraft Books for Kids!
Believe it or not, Minecraft is one of the most educational games available right now for middle-grade and up. If our kids are going to be online playing a game anyway, why not make it one that includes building, planning, basic architecture skills, math, and problem-solving. Minecraft is not a mindless game of driving, shooting, or any other unsavory activities. This game encourages a healthy amount of thinking, planning, strategizing, and preparing during the course of the game.
That being said, there always needs to be a balance between screen time and unplugged activities.
That being said, here are 10 Minecraft Books for Kids for the Minecraft fan in your life that will work wonders for inspiring reading and creativity.
- Minecraft: The Complete Handbook Collection by Stephanie Milton and Paul Soares Jr.
- Diary of a Minecraft Zombie by Zack Zombie (multiple books)
- Ultimate Minecraft Secrets: An Unofficial Guide to Minecraft Tips, Tricks, and Hints You May Not Know by Zack Zombie Books
- The Ultimate Unofficial Encyclopedia for Minecrafters: Earth: An A–Z Guide to Unlocking Incredible Adventures, Buildplates, Mobs, Resources, and Mobile Gaming Fun
- The Unofficial Minecrafters Mysteries Series Box Set: 6 Thrilling Stories for Minecrafters! by Minecraft Library
- Diary of a Minecraft Creeper by Minecraft Books
- Diary of a Steve Trapped in Minecraft by Minecraft Books
- Choose Your Own Story: The Minecraft Zombie Adventure by John Diary
- Diary of a Minecraft Creeper by Minecraft Books
- Diary of a Wimpy Minecraft Herobrine by Minecraft Books
See any “must-haves” in this booklist? Happy Reading!
ONE MORE THING–
During these times of solitude, social distancing, and maybe even lockdown, are your kids craving more things to do? Are you, as a parent, looking for the activities that will keep your wildlings busy while also sneaking in some learning?
Making reading an adventure and not a \”task/ chore/requirement\” is a great way to help them increase the desire to learn and keep them interested as well. But if you have reluctant readers in your home, that can just add another layer of stress to an already challenging routine. BUT, The ABCs of BookJumping is an ebook that is filled with tried-n-true book=inspired activities that will keep kids engaged and curious for hours.
The ABC\’s of BookJumping: The Best of Jump Into a Book by Valarie Budayr and Rebecca Flansburg allows frustrated parents of reluctant readers to enjoy hand-picked book reviews and unique companion activities that will reignite your child\’s love of reading and encourage screen-free family time.
What if you could \”live\” inside the pages of the children\’s books your family reads? What if you could enjoy the same adventures as the characters? Bookjumping is taking the solitary act of reading a book and transforming it into an event that can be shared with others. It\’s the process of pulling books off shelves and stories off pages. It\’s making kids\’ books come ALIVE by \”jumping\” inside the pages. Readers of this ebook will enjoy hand-picked book reviews and unique companion activities that will reignite your child\’s love of reading and encourage screen-free family time.
\”This fun picture-book-based e-book contains over 150 hand-picked book reviews, unique book-inspired activities, and recipes. Just in time for #summer reading!\” Amazon reviewer
We purposely made this book an ebook for the \”portability factor\” and affordable to fit every budget and family need.
Go here for more details on what you can expect from with awesome ebook and learn more about the authors.
Grab your copy of The ABCs of BookJumping: The Best of Jump Into a Book on Kindle HERE.
