In a new ‘Minecraft’ game, kids battle extreme heat—by slaying a fire-breathing dragon
In a new ‘Minecraft’ game, kids battle extreme heat—by slaying a fire-breathing dragon
In a new ‘Minecraft’ game, kids battle extreme heat—by slaying a fire-breathing dragon
By Talib Visram
April 11, 2024
Summary
In Talib Visram's article, a new educational game within Minecraft, Heat Wave Survival, transforms the abstract threat of extreme heat into a tangible challenge—a fire-breathing dragon. Developed by the Adrienne Arsht-Rockefeller Foundation Resilience Center, the game aims to educate children about the dangers of heat and teach mitigation strategies such as hydration and urban planning. Players explore global locations like Brazil, Greece, India, and Nigeria, learning to identify heat-related symptoms and implement resilience techniques. Designed for Minecraft Education, the game leverages the platform's popularity and creative environment to engage students in critical climate education through interactive gameplay and hands-on learning experiences.
Reference
Visram, T. (2024, April 11). In a new ‘Minecraft’ game, kids battle extreme heat—by slaying a fire-breathing dragon. Fast Company. https://www.fastcompany.com/91090493/minecraft-kids-battle-extreme-heat