Minecraft HOUR OF CODE

THE SHOW MUST GO ON!

Step into the theater to save the day in Minecraft Hour of Code: The Show Must Go On! Find the show's missing star, unlock hidden gags, and interact with an ensemble cast. Help the Agent overcome stage fright as you solve coding puzzles backstage. Watch your coding skills shine in an epic final performance!

This is the 10th anniversary of Minecraft Hour of Code and our partnership with Code.org.

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Step 1

Set up Minecraft education

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Make sure you have the latest version installed. You can check your version and update if necessary with these instructions. Then log in and play the Hour of Code lesson in the library. The Hour of Code lesson is available as a free demo for anyone to try!

If you don’t have Minecraft Education, click the link below to download the app. Then launch the app and either select 'Play free demo’ or sign in with your Microsoft 365 Education account (this may be your school email). 

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Step 2

Get educator resources

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New Facilitator Video

Watch a step-by-step overview on how to run an Hour of Code.

Facilitator Training

Sign up to receive personal guidance on how to use these Hour of Code resources.

Download Sticker

Get an exclusive 'I Coded!’ sticker for students to wear after Hour of Code.

Step 3

Join an Hour of Code event with your classroom

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Watch a live or on-demand play along with your classroom

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Join our fun, student-friendly webinars, available in multiple languages and times. Meet coding experts and members of the Minecraft team, and learn why coding is creative!

Register for event in English Register for event in Spanish Watch on-demand video

Step 4

MORE COMPUTER SCIENCE LEARNING

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Go Beyond the hour of code

Inspire STEM passion in K–12 learners with our Minecraft CS learning progression, 200 hours of curriculum, and professional development.

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BUILD DIGITAL SKILLS WITH MINECRAFT

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Prepare your students with skills in coding, cybersecurity & digital citizenship, and AI literacy using standards-aligned Minecraft Education curriculum. 

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