To craft a lectern in Minecraft you first need to make a bookshelf and then combine it with 4 wood slabs. This way you will get a lectern where you can place books and use it as a job site block for villagers.
Steps to Make a Lectern in Minecraft
To craft a lectern you need to start by making books, a bookshelf, and wooden slabs.
Get Wood Planks
To get wood planks in Minecraft you first need to gather wood logs by cutting down trees. Then open your crafting table or inventory and turn each log into 4 planks. To craft a bookshelf you will need 6 planks so 2 logs should be enough.
Craft Books
To craft books you need three pieces of paper and one piece of leather. To make a bookshelf you need 3 books so make sure you have the right amount of materials.
Craft a Bookshelf
To craft a bookshelf in Minecraft open a crafting table and place 3 books in the middle row. Then place 6 wood planks in the remaining slots in the top and bottom rows to get a bookshelf needed for the next steps of crafting a lectern.
Get Wood Slabs
To get wood slabs you need to place three wooden planks in one row in a crafting table. This will give you 6 wood slabs which is enough to craft a lectern.
Craft a Lectern
To craft a lectern open a crafting table and place the bookshelf in the center slot. Then place three wood slabs in the top row and one in the bottom center slot directly below the bookshelf.
After arranging the items correctly you will get a lectern which allows you to create a new job site for a villager and use books with text.
FAQ
What Does a Lectern Do in Minecraft?
A lectern in Minecraft is mainly used to place a book and quill or written books on it so you can read them directly from the block. Additionally it acts as a job site block for a villager who can become a librarian.
How to Use a Lectern in Minecraft?
To use a lectern in Minecraft hold a book in your hand and place it on the lectern then right click to start reading. You will be able to browse through the different pages of the book.
Can You Put a Book on a Lectern in Minecraft?
Yes, that is the exact purpose of this block. You can place books on it, read them, and browse through their pages.
