Minecraft: Dangers For Young Children

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It's always bothered me that Minecraft, a game that I love, is also filled with danger for young children. While they are able to express themselves in a world that is like an online version of Lego, they are also subject to cyberbullying from those their own age, a lack of self moderation from older players, and something called "griefing," which is when a player intentionally destroys what another player made simply to hurt their feelings. While I dealt with those myself, they can be major issues for many young video gamers. I wanted to give younger kids a chance to enjoy the game the way that I have, but in a safe space with less risk. This last summer, I volunteered to supervise a Minecraft room at the annual Princeton University alumni

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