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Minecraft Beginner's Handbook

by James Burlinson, Joe Bolder, Stephanie Milton   |  Ages 9-12
$11.90
Minecraft Beginner's Handbook
Minecraft Beginner's Handbook

Ultimate survival guide for Minecraft newbies.

Diving into the blocky realms of Minecraft can be overwhelming, but the Minecraft Beginner's Handbook is your reliable companion. With insider tips directly from the game's creators, this guide is akin to having a Minecraft mentor at your side. It covers the essentials, from resource gathering to shelter building, ensuring your virtual survival and enjoyment are given a solid foundation. Whether you're fending off creepers or crafting your first set of tools, consider this handbook your trusty pickaxe in the vast Minecraft universe.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Minecraft Beginner's Handbook

by James Burlinson, Joe Bolder, Stephanie Milton   |  Ages 9-12
$11.90
ISBN: 9781405276771
Authors: James Burlinson, Joe Bolder, Stephanie Milton
Publisher: Egmont UK
Date of Publication: 2015-01-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Educational, Chapter Books
Related Topics: Adventure, Reference
Goodreads rating: 4.4
(rated by 6061 readers)

Description

This edition is revised to include the 1.8 update. You're alone, in a mysterious new world, full of hidden dangers. You have only minutes to find food and shelter before darkness falls and the monsters come looking for you. What do you do? The updated Minecraft Beginner's Handbook might just save your life. Learn how to find resources, make a shelter, craft tools, armour and weapons, and protect yourself from monsters. With tips from Minecraft experts, as well as developer Jeb and creator Notch himself, it's the definitive guide to surviving your first few days in Minecraft.
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Ultimate survival guide for Minecraft newbies.

Diving into the blocky realms of Minecraft can be overwhelming, but the Minecraft Beginner's Handbook is your reliable companion. With insider tips directly from the game's creators, this guide is akin to having a Minecraft mentor at your side. It covers the essentials, from resource gathering to shelter building, ensuring your virtual survival and enjoyment are given a solid foundation. Whether you're fending off creepers or crafting your first set of tools, consider this handbook your trusty pickaxe in the vast Minecraft universe.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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