Details
Pages
47 Pages
Resource Type
Activities, Learning Centers, Task Cards
Grade
Kindergarten, Pre-K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Adult Ed, Higher Ed
Product
Digital
Subject
Computer, History, World History
Languages
English
Standard
ISTE Standards
Description
**Minecraft Building Ideas for the Age of Discovery Task Cards**
Explore the fascinating Age of Exploration while building amazing Minecraft structures with this engaging set of 28 task cards. This resource prompts students to build objects, symbols and landmarks relating to various explorers during the Age of Exploration. From a globe representing Ferdinand Magellan to El Dorado representing Sir Walter Raleigh, these cards challenge students' creativity and will help them learn more about each explorer's accomplishments.
Each building challenge represents a different explorer from this time period and is offered in three versions to accommodate diverse learning needs and abilities. The first version provides only a description, allowing students the freedom to exercise their imagination and develop unique interpretations. The second version includes pictures, offering visual cues to guide students in their building process. The third version features more detailed descriptions and Minecraft building tips, helping those who may require ideas or suggestions on how to bring their creations to life.
With a wide range of building challenges, varying in difficulty from easy to complex, this resource can be utilized with learners of all ages and skill levels. Moreover, the flexibility of this activity extends beyond Minecraft, as students can also complete the challenges using alternative building materials such as blocks from LEGO or DUPLO sets, or even craft items.
These task cards are perfect for students of all ages who love Minecraft or STEM activities. By actively engaging in the construction of objects, students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. They also learn more about this time in world history, making this activity an excellent addition to history units, STEM bins, enrichment centers, or just for fun. Whether utilized in a classroom, homeschooling setting, or as an independent activity, this resource provides an enriching learning experience that merges technology, creativity, and history.
**This Resource Includes**
28 building challenges in three versions:
• Item description
• Item description with picture
• Detailed description of item along with Minecraft building tips
Each version includes a color and print-friendly set for a total of 6 sets of cards.
Explore the fascinating Age of Exploration while building amazing Minecraft structures with this engaging set of 28 task cards. This resource prompts students to build objects, symbols and landmarks relating to various explorers during the Age of Exploration. From a globe representing Ferdinand Magellan to El Dorado representing Sir Walter Raleigh, these cards challenge students' creativity and will help them learn more about each explorer's accomplishments.
Each building challenge represents a different explorer from this time period and is offered in three versions to accommodate diverse learning needs and abilities. The first version provides only a description, allowing students the freedom to exercise their imagination and develop unique interpretations. The second version includes pictures, offering visual cues to guide students in their building process. The third version features more detailed descriptions and Minecraft building tips, helping those who may require ideas or suggestions on how to bring their creations to life.
With a wide range of building challenges, varying in difficulty from easy to complex, this resource can be utilized with learners of all ages and skill levels. Moreover, the flexibility of this activity extends beyond Minecraft, as students can also complete the challenges using alternative building materials such as blocks from LEGO or DUPLO sets, or even craft items.
These task cards are perfect for students of all ages who love Minecraft or STEM activities. By actively engaging in the construction of objects, students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. They also learn more about this time in world history, making this activity an excellent addition to history units, STEM bins, enrichment centers, or just for fun. Whether utilized in a classroom, homeschooling setting, or as an independent activity, this resource provides an enriching learning experience that merges technology, creativity, and history.
**This Resource Includes**
28 building challenges in three versions:
• Item description
• Item description with picture
• Detailed description of item along with Minecraft building tips
Each version includes a color and print-friendly set for a total of 6 sets of cards.
**Minecraft Building Ideas for the Age of Discovery Task Cards** Explore the fascinating Age of Exploration while building amazing Minecraft structures with this engaging set of 28 task cards. This resource prompts students to build objects, symbols and landmarks relating... more
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