Youngsters challenged to build their own virtual beaches

This summer the RNLI is launching its second Beach Builder Challenge using the interactive video game Minecraft, which allows children to create and build virtual worlds. The Beach Builder Challenge, available to play from August 1, has been created by the RNLI to teach children about beach and water safety at a time when many young people will be visiting the coast during holidays. The RNLI has expanded the virtual world to include a Beach Island Adventure, which means youngsters can create epic beaches, and complete four levels in the Beach Island Adventure. The four levels are based on the charity’s Stay SAFE acronym: spot the dangers, take advice, stay close to a friend or family member, and learn what to do in an emergency. RNLI’s community safety product manager Bridie Appleby- Gunnill said: ‘ This is a fun and interactive game for seven to 14-year- olds to play during the summer holidays.’