Creating a Minecraft Mod in MCreator (Ages 9-14)

Shawn Walk May 17, 2024 2 comments

Is you child interested in creating a Minecraft Mod? In my Modding With Minecraft class for ages 9-14, we use a great program called MCreator to learn how to create and code our own Minecraft mods. Below is an instructional video you can use with your child to help them get started with MCreator and create their own custom Minecraft block.

This is the first lesson I do in class with students. If your child is interested in creating more advanced mods, click here.

Requirements:

MCreator- https://mcreator.net/ (See video for setup.)

Minecraft Java Edition- https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/store/minecraft-java-bedrock-edition-pc

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About the author: Shawn D. Walk is the owner of Create2Discover, a business dedicated to helping students discover their ability to create and shape the world around them through creating things. He has been teaching technology, coding, and 21st century skills for nearly 15 years. He is a certified elementary teacher in PA and has a Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. He is also a previous owner of an educational technology company that pioneered using Minecraft as an educational tool in the Pittsburgh region. His goal is to help kids learn the skills they need in today’s world, but also help them believe they can be the creators of new technology instead of simply consuming it.

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