Social Studies

Immerse your learners in history, culture, and civics with Minecraft Education! Explore cultural heritage around the world, bring economics to life, delve into ancient civilizations, and so much more. Each world and build challenge is accompanied by a ready-to-teach lesson plan. Happy trails!

Peter is Here!

Step into the heart of history! Journey through 2,000 years of architectural innovation, discover how new technologies can restore ancient wonders, and explore the history of St. Peter's Basilica.

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Two Minecraft characters standing in front of St. Peter's Basilica under a blue sky. Text reads: Minecraft Education Peter is Here.

Peace Builders​

Follow the stories of Nobel Peace Prize Laureates as you help them avoid and mitigate conflict, created in partnership with the Nobel Peace Center and Games for Change.​

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Minecraft versions of various Nobel Peace Prize laureates stand in front of the Nobel Peace Center Museum. Text reads: Minecraft Education Peace Builders.

Lesson Collections

Explore groups of lessons that focus on specific subjects, events, or themes within social studies.

Minecraft scene with pyramids and Egyptian architecture

Exploring Ancient Egypt

Enter the world of Ancient Egypt and interact with one of the earliest world powers, learning about its fascinating geography, advanced economy, governing structure, iconic architecture, and unique culture.

Minecraft trench warfare scene with flags and battlefield.

Exploring World War I

Use these five lessons and Minecraft world to help study World War I in your classroom. Lessons cover the causes of war, communication, strategy, and remembrance.

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Social Emotional Learning

These worlds and activities support Social and Emotional Learning. Concepts include emotional well-being, empathy, and making responsible decisions.

Minecraft characters in front of the Nobel Peace Center building.

Civic Engagement and Citizenship

Explore how normal people can make a difference through politics and protest.

Minecraft landscape with river, farmland, and a tower resembling the Tower of Babel.

World Cities and Civilizations​

Travel around the world and across time to discover history firsthand.

Minecraft scene of a traditional Pacific Northwest longhouse with Indigenous characters.

Indigenous Cultures and History​

Experience the stories, history, and culture of First Nations people from around the world​.

Social Studies Build Challenges

These creative challenges provide easy-to-implement entry points to social studies topics.

A Minecraft character scientist in a lab coat and red bowtie stands in a futuristic lab. Nearby, a small character with a green block head.

Hall of Inventions

Learn about key innovations across history and build your own!

A Minecraft character stands beside a pixelated dog in front of a stone pyramid under a bright sky

Mayan Mystery

Explore the historic ruins of Tulum and find clues to a secret room that can only be accessed by using coding skills.

A Minecraft game character in red and white stands in a sandy, ancient Greek-themed landscape.

Historical Homes

Travel through time in this build challenge and explore architecture from ancient, medieval, and modern times.

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