Pressing the mute button on your life, even freezing it in time - is all possible in Minecraft.

But, the game craze that's consumed the lives of children across the country is far from a "timewaster" - more an educational tool.

Talking Tech Riverina's monthly information session gave parents a chance to get to know what the game was all about and the underlying skills gained by playing it.

Children can learn basic maths, reading and writing, along with more advanced topics such as circuits, programming and electronics.

David Willsher, who teaches senior software subjects at The Riverina Anglican College (TRAC), said the game allowed students to do things and go places they couldn't in a physical environment.

Dr Willsher said typical everyday scenarios - from emotions and relationships to bullying and peer pressure - were explored.

Teamwork is also key, as students work together in classroom and online to solve problems.

"It's creative, they've got to make things," Dr Willsher said.

"It's immersive learning ... we can't do this in the real world."

Students, including 16-year-olds Charlotte Moseley and Richard Boxsell, have joined the craze.

A Minecraft club has also been established at the school.

"There's so much you can do with Minecraft," Richard said.

"It's quite amazing .... you can also use it as a learning environment."

"It's fun, you get to interact through the games, it's teamwork," Charlotte added.

TRAC uses the new MinecraftEdu edition - specifically designed for schools.

Talking Tech Riverina plans to host a weekend MinecraftEdu session, where more children can be involved.

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