A technology book for kids! Do you want to create 3D digital games that'll impress your friends, family, and even yourself? This book shows you how to use Alice, a free 3D game programming environment, to make seriously cool video games you'll have as much fun building as you will playing! Create your own adventure--recreate your favorite story by giving the characters new choices and writing your own ending When zombies attack--make your very own escape room maze and attempt to defeat the enemy before it defeats you Technology Requirements: Hardware - PC or tablet with internet connection running Windows(R) 7 or higher or Mac with internet connection running Mac OS X(R) 10.7 or higher Software - Alice-a free programming platform that can be downloaded at alice.org.

The coolest kid–friendly Minecraft projects

If you have a Minecraft fanatic on your hands, you′re about to be the most popular adult on the "block." Offering young Minecraft enthusiasts the ultimate sandbox experience, Building a Minecraft City gives kids aged 7 11 an outlet to enhance their love of the game and take their creative play to new heights.

Brought to you by the trusted For Dummies brand, this kid–focused book offers step–by–step instructions and simple explanations for completing projects that will teach your child invaluable new skills all while having a ton of fun! They′ll gain confidence as they design and build truly impressive Minecraft structures, and you′ll delight in watching them develop and refine their problem–solving skills as they work on their own. It′s a win–win!

Features a kid–friendly design that is heavy on eye–popping graphics

Focuses on three basic projects that set young readers on the road to further exploration

Boasts a small, full–color, accessible package that instills confidence in the reader

Introduces basic engineering concepts to kids in a way they can understand

Screen time can be as educational as it is fun, and this book shows your child how to approach their favorite game from a new angle to think and do outside the box.

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