Explore Fun New Worlds:
Minecraft STEM Activities for School Day, After-School & Library Programs!
Calling all kids! Brace yourselves for exhilarating adventures through time as Code Knights presents Minecraft STEM clubs & events like no other.
Our Minecraft STEM Clubs & Events Are Aligned To:
● Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
● International Society for Technology in Education Standards (ISTE)
● Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
● International Society for Technology in Education Standards (ISTE)
● Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
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Youth Librarian
“Michael and his team were professional and amazing. The kids loved it! We hope to collaborate again soon and I highly recommend Code Knights for school or library events.”
Makenzie Kubacak from Larry J. Ringer Public Library College Station, Texas
Makenzie Kubacak from Larry J. Ringer Public Library College Station, Texas
Hi! I’m Mike Blackwell
As a 20 year veteran educator, I founded Code Knights to provide kids & teens with tech skills using fun learning.
At Code Knights, we are committed to providing students with a high quality education. That’s why all of our Code Knights instructors are:
• Live Online
• US Based
• Expert Teachers
Join us for an unforgettable Minecraft STEM event that seamlessly aligns with education standards
Check out our Castle Adventure! We are making learning an exciting and immersive experience for children. Witness their creativity soar as they construct their own castles, discover the impact of technological advancements on castle defense, and engage in thrilling castle competitions.
Science (NGSS-Aligned)
Standard: 3-5-ETS1-1
Apply scientific principles to design a method for each student to build their own castle using Minecraft. Explore concepts such as stability, structure, and materials used in castle construction.
Standard: 3-5-ETS1-2
Investigate the impact of technology advances, like cannons, on the effectiveness and durability of castles. Analyze and explain how these technological advancements rendered traditional castles obsolete.
Technology (ISTE Standards)
Standard: 6a
Utilize technology tools and platforms, such as Minecraft, to design, create, and demonstrate their castle-building skills. Foster digital literacy and empower students to utilize technology as a tool for learning and creativity.
Standard: 6d
Engage in collaborative online activities, working together to create and present their castles. Foster digital citizenship and encourage responsible online behavior while collaborating with peers.
Engineering (NGSS-Aligned)
Standard: 3-5-ETS1-3
Encourage students to engage in the engineering design process as they build their own castles. From planning and creating blueprints to testing and refining their structures, students will apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Standard: 3-5-ETS1-4
Compete in thrilling castle competitions, where students pit their castles against each other. Evaluate and iterate on their designs, incorporating engineering principles to improve their castle’s strength, defense, and functionality.
Math (CCSS-Aligned)
Standard: 3.MD.C.7a
Measure and calculate the dimensions of their castle structures, incorporating area, perimeter, and scale concepts to ensure accuracy and proportionality.
Standard: 4.G.A.3
Explore geometric shapes and patterns as students design and construct their castle structures. Reinforce knowledge of angles, symmetry, and spatial reasoning.
Science (NGSS-Aligned)
Standard: 3-5-ETS1-1
Apply scientific principles to design a method for each student to build their own castle using Minecraft. Explore concepts such as stability, structure, and materials used in castle construction.
Standard: 3-5-ETS1-2
Investigate the impact of technology advances, like cannons, on the effectiveness and durability of castles. Analyze and explain how these technological advancements rendered traditional castles obsolete.
Technology (ISTE Standards)
Standard: 6a
Utilize technology tools and platforms, such as Minecraft, to design, create, and demonstrate their castle-building skills. Foster digital literacy and empower students to utilize technology as a tool for learning and creativity.
Standard: 6d
Engage in collaborative online activities, working together to create and present their castles. Foster digital citizenship and encourage responsible online behavior while collaborating with peers.
Engineering (NGSS-Aligned)
Standard: 3-5-ETS1-3
Encourage students to engage in the engineering design process as they build their own castles. From planning and creating blueprints to testing and refining their structures, students will apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Standard: 3-5-ETS1-4
Compete in thrilling castle competitions, where students pit their castles against each other. Evaluate and iterate on their designs, incorporating engineering principles to improve their castle’s strength, defense, and functionality.
Math (CCSS-Aligned)
Standard: 3.MD.C.7a
Measure and calculate the dimensions of their castle structures, incorporating area, perimeter, and scale concepts to ensure accuracy and proportionality.
Standard: 4.G.A.3
Explore geometric shapes and patterns as students design and construct their castle structures. Reinforce knowledge of angles, symmetry, and spatial reasoning.
Schedule your Minecraft STEM After-School Program or Library Event.
Let’s transport children to a world of historical wonder, where they’ll discover the magic of STEM through the enchanting realm of medieval castles!
What People are Saying
“Code Knights offers great online classes for kids wanting to learn coding. I highly recommend.”
Kerry
RevLocal Agency
“Mike is gifted helping students master the subject. All this and he is also one of the friendliest people you'll ever meet.”
Allan
Parent
“It's fun... The game itself is a fantastic way to learn code. There's tremendous amounts of jobs and opportunities.”
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Parent
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