Know any kids obsessed with Minecraft? If you know a tween, chances are you’ve definitely heard about Minecraft. Both my 7 and 10 year old love Minecraft. They spend hours playing Minecraft and more hours researching how to play Minecraft better by reading books, watching videos, etc. I've gotten my hands on a new line of portable guides that are perfect for readers in the clutches of the Minecraft phenomenon wanting to enhance their gaming experience covering Minecraft Construction, Recipes and Redstone. These are must get books for under the tree this year!
Adventures in Minecraft –

how to extend Minecraft and create a new gaming experience, by exploring the magical world of Minecraft programming. Adventures in Minecraft, like other books in the highly successful Adventures series, is written especially for 11- to 15-year-olds. With this book you will learn new programming skills while having fun with Minecraft!

Minecraft programming experts David Whale and Martin O'Hanlon walk you step-by-step through everything you need to know to:

• Get started writing Minecraft programs in Python on your PC, Mac, or Raspberry Pi
• Build houses and other structures in the blink of an eye, and make a 3D duplicating machine
• Write interactive games like a field that charges you rent, and a treasure hunt using magic vanishing bridges
• Build custom game control panels using simple electronic circuits
• Easily build huge 2D and 3D structures such as spheres and pyramids
• Build intelligent objects like a massive Minecraft clock, and program an alien invasion
• Plan and write a complete interactive arena game

Using the programming skills you learn from this book, writing Minecraft programs offers endless possibilities to create anything you can imagine.

Minecraft For Dummies – More than just a game, Minecraft consists of players using an avatar to create or destroy various types of blocks, form fantastic structures, create artwork, and do much more, all in a three-dimensional environment and across various multiplayer servers in multiple game modes. With this fun and friendly beginners guide, you will quickly grasp how to play Minecraft in the three modes of game play: survival, creative, and hardcore. The easy-to-understand writing style walks you through every step of the way, from downloading the game to choosing a gaming platform to defending your creations against monsters and winning the game by defeating the Ender Dragon.

• Explains how to use blocks to build amazing creations and engage in gameplay with other players
• Details techniques for travelling across the biomes
• Zeroes in on playing wisely in Survival mode so you can acquire resources to maintain your health and hunger
• Shares tips for playing carefully in Creative mode, using your unlimited supply of resources, the ability to fly, and more
• Helps you play in Hardcore mode

Minecraft Redstone For Dummies – Minecraft Redstone For Dummies is the complete guide to finding, using, and maximizing the power of redstone in the Minecraft world. This key element is essential for crafting and brewing, and can be placed on the ground as redstone dust – a flat, transparent block that can transmit redstone power, the major component of most redstone circuits. Written by a recognized Minecraft expert, this useful guide walks you through mining, smelting, and other methods of obtaining redstone, and teaches you how to make the most of your redstone stores. Craft a compass, piston, lamp, or torch, brew a potion that reverts to Level 1, or turn it to dust to help find nearby power components. Whether you're in Creative or Survival mode, redstone mastery is crucial for successful gameplay.

Minecraft is a worldwide phenomenon, boasting over 100 million players from around the world. While gameplay varies according to player preference, redstone remains a central element that allows players to build, brew and create as they advance through the biomes. Minecraft Redstone For Dummies teaches you everything you need to know about redstone, including how to get it and how best to use it.

• Learn which methods result in more redstone per attempt
• Discover how redstone is used in crafting and brewing
• Use redstone dust to build circuits and power mechanical components
• Understand redstone power, including source, levels, and configuration
  Don't be content to acquire what you stumble across. Redstone's versatility makes it an indispensable resource in the Minecraft world, and knowing where to find it and how to use it efficiently can make all the difference in your gameplay. If you're ready to level up, Minecraft Redstone For Dummies will make you a redstone guru in no time.

Minecraft Construction For Dummies – There isn't anything that can't be built in Minecraft, but it can be overwhelming to figure out where to start. That's why there's Minecraft Construction For Dummies, Portable Edition. More than just a game, Minecraft consists of players using an avatar to create or destroy various types of blocks, form fantastic structures, create artwork, and do much more, all in a three-dimensional environment and across various multiplayer servers in multiple game modes. With this fun and friendly beginner's guide, you will quickly discover how to fine-tune your skills in order to construct almost anything you want in this amazing environment.

• Provides step-by-step instructions to help you build houses, boats, islands, and more
• Addresses how to mine the right materials for basic building
• Reveals how to build statues, beacons, and pillars as landmarks
• Explores how to develop your farm for renewable resources

Minecraft Recipes For Dummies – Want to find resources, make a shelter, craft tools, armor, and weapons, and protect yourself from monsters with Minecraft recipes? You've come to the right place! In a handy, portable edition that's packed with step-by-step instructions, Minecraft Recipes For Dummies makes it easy to look up the required items and figure out which blocks you need to gather to create each item. You'll get recipes for weapons, armor, transportation, mechanism, food, dye, wool, and brewing, as well as information on enchanting, repairing, gathering, farming, efficiency, and more.

Minecraft is more than just a game: it's an obsession. It has gone from an obscure game with a cult-like following to a mainstream phenomenon. Minecraft consists of players using an avatar to create or destroy various types of blocks, form fantastic structures, create artwork, and much more, all in a three-dimensional environment and across various multiplayer servers in multiple game modes. With this fun and friendly guide, you'll get quick and easy access to Minecraft recipes to enhance your game and get even more out of this popular, addictive game.

• Shows you which blocks you'll need to gather to create shelter, tools, armor, weapons, and more
• Makes it easier for both beginner and advanced Minecraft players to make the most of the game
• Playing the game teaches users basic programming skills and engineering concepts

Madison has been studying these books since we got them. She told me that she really likes then. They make is very easy to follow with step by step directions (and images) telling you exactly how to do things. Since Madison loved these Minecraft books so much, I have arranged for one lucky winner to win the Adventures in Minecraft book. Here's what you need to do: