Science

Explore the farthest reaches of the Earth, the deepest depths of space, and the cutting edge of technology with Minecraft Education! Our science lessons make it easy to engage students in scientific topics from biology and sustainability to chemistry, ecology, and beyond!

NASA Artemis Rocket Build

Blast off to the moon with this superstellar map created in partnership with NASA. Meet scientists and engineers, explore jet propulsion, and design a rocket. Test your creation with a fiery launch!

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Planet Earth III Worlds

Step into a wondrous world inspired by the landmark series from BBC Studios’ Natural History Unit, Planet Earth III. Play as a series of animals like the Cape fur seal and great white shark, the musk ox and Arctic wolf, and many more.

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Science Topics

Explore collections and lessons that bring science to life in your classroom.

Chemistry and Physical Science Lesson Collections

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Chemistry

Use the unique chemistry features of Minecraft to engage your students in exploring chemistry in the classroom.

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Physics

Explore the fundamental principles of physics, from Newtonian mechanics to optics, to nuclear particles.

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Periodic Odyssey

Investigate responsible production and consumption of the Earth's resources.

  • 11-13
  • Science
  • Climate Science
  • Chemistry
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Quantum Realm

Explore this magical world, with its own rules and logics! Learn how to think different!

  • 8-10
  • 11-13
  • 14-18
  • 18+
  • Science
  • Physics
  • Earth and Space
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Careers in Chemistry

Where will a chemistry degree take you?

  • 11-13
  • 14-18
  • Science
  • Careers and Management
  • Chemistry
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Earth and Space Science Lesson Collections

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International Space Station

Explore the station in Minecraft, then continue your learning with this set of ten hands-on lesson plans.

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James Webb Space Telescope Challenge

Explore the wonders of space with NASA's most advanced telescope

  • 6-7
  • 8-10
  • 11-13
  • Science
  • STEAM
  • Earth and Space
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Moon Base One

Utilize your creativity and collaboration skills to build a sustainable lunar base.

  • 8-10
  • 11-13
  • Science
  • STEM
  • Earth and Space
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Artemis: Return to the Moon

Code your Orion space capsule in-flight computer to overcome challenges as you journey to the moon

  • 6-7
  • 8-10
  • 11-13
  • 14-18
  • Science
  • Computer Science
  • Earth and Space
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Environmental and Climate Science lesson Collections 

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Sustainability City

Explore and learn how sustainable processes work in real life, including the components of a sustainable home, managing waste products, generating electricity, responsible forestry, and more.

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Frozen Planet 2

Discover the frozen parts of our planet in five Minecraft worlds inspired by Frozen Planet II, the BBC Studios series.

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Planet Earth 3

Step into a wondrous world inspired by the landmark series from BBC Studios’ Natural History Unit. Play as a series of animals like the Cape fur seal and great white shark, the musk ox and Arctic wolf, and many more.

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Climate Futures

This set of lessons and worlds aligns to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and is intended to educate youth about climate change and how they can have an impact on improving the future.

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We Are the Rangers

We Are the Rangers is a series of standards-aligned lessons and worlds about wildlife conservation developed in partnership with United for Wildlife.

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Biodiversity

Travel through time to meet extinct species, learn from scientists, and build creative solutions to tackle threats to biodiversity.

Lessons 

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Ocean Climate Impact Challenge

Created by K12 Inc. (K12.com)

  • All Ages
  • Science
  • Animals
  • Climate Science
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Habitats

Created by K12 Inc. (K12.com)

  • 8-10
  • Science
  • Animals
  • Biology and Life
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Building Sustainable Homes

What would happen if we ignored climate change?

  • 11-13
  • 8-10
  • Math & Economics
  • Geography
  • Climate Science
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Biology and Life Science Lesson Collections

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Build with Bees

Get your classroom buzzing with eleven NGSS-aligned lesson plans developed with the American Beekeeping Federation's Kids and Bees program.

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Detect & Diagnose

Discover how different healthcare professionals work together to find cancer in the body

  • 8-10
  • 11-13
  • Biology and Life
  • Physical Health & Wellness
  • Social and Emotional Health
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Eukaryotic cells

Discover the eukaryotic cells

  • 11-13
  • Science
  • Biology and Life
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The Zoo

Design and create a zoo for your local area

  • 3-5
  • 6-7
  • 8-10
  • Geography
  • Reading and Writing
  • Climate Science
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Engineering Lesson Collections

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International Space Station

Explore the station in Minecraft then continue your learning with this set of ten hands-on lesson plans.

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Sustainability City

Explore and learn how sustainable processes work in real life, including the components of a sustainable home, managing waste products, generating electricity, responsible forestry, and more.

Lessons

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The Great Tech Story

Immerse yourself in computing history and the people and ideas in tech that are changing the world.

  • 8-10
  • 11-13
  • 14-18
  • Technology
  • History
  • Computer Science
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Discovering Shipbuilding and Maritime Engineering

Explore global maritime history and shipbuilding, highlighting Dutch naval heritage.

  • All Ages
  • Science
  • Technology
  • Careers and Management
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Offshore Wind Power Challenge

Power a town by designing and building an offshore wind farm whilst protecting marine habitats.

  • 11-13
  • 14-18
  • Science
  • Climate Science
  • Geography
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