Ever wondered what Minecraft blocks look like in real life? This kit puts fifteen of them in your hands.

Each little compartment holds a real-world match for a block from the game, and a card in the lid explains every one. Redstone is red jasper, iron is hematite, gold is pyrite and prismarine is aquamarine. Not everything is a rock, either: charcoal, wood and clay are in there too.

It's a sneaky science lesson that doesn't feel like one. Kids recognize the names right away, then start asking questions about the real thing. The clay piece is meant to be broken open, and there's a surprise waiting inside.

What's inside

• Charcoal, copper, iron (hematite), gold (pyrite) and redstone (red jasper).
• Lapis lazuli, amethyst, quartz, obsidian and prismarine (aquamarine).
• Wood, granite, sandstone, clay (break it open) and deepslate.
• A card of fun facts about every piece, in a clip-shut case.

How to use it

• Match each piece to its block in the game
• Crack open the clay for the surprise
• Bring it to class for show and tell
• Start a real rock collection from here

Care: Keep the lid clipped shut so each piece stays in its spot. The pieces are small, so keep them away from little ones who still put things in their mouths.

The details

• Sold as: Per Set
• Country of origin: Ontario Canada