Includes bibliographical references and index.

"To many, castles are the pinnacle of architecture. Strong, beautiful, and long-lasting structures that evoke stories and battles of old. Even today's kids know what a castle from hundreds of years ago looks like. And those who love Minecraft are ready to build their own! In this book, young gamers will take on building the best of castles, from drawbridges to towers. Illustrations show what the castles they construct in Minecraft might look like. In addition, the main content touches on important engineering ideas, bringing together technology, art, and science"--