Chess for Kids

Description

Master one of the world’s most fascinating games — chess! Learn how to play
chess through this fun, illustrated chess guide! A board game like no other,
chess challenges young minds to think strategically about moves by applying
the principles of chess to their club games, tournaments and championships.
Take your skills even further by gaining a deeper appreciation for the aim of
the game and tactics. The chess book for kids age 9 and older includes: •
Chessboard graphics that show how to apply the principles you learn in real-
life game situations • A breakdown of the value, importance and role of each
piece • A history section provides background on the game and its origins,
reflecting the latest changes in the game and how it’s played International
chess master and tutor Michael Basman show you everything you need to know to
improve your tactics and win more games. Go from beginner chess player to
chess champion by following the expert advice in Chess for Kids. Soon you’ll
know the difference between chess pieces (your bishop from your knight!) and
how to use them strategically, when to use the castling move and how to
counter the Queen’s Gambit. Dive into the history of chess and learn from the
greatest players and games. Before explaining techniques, the book builds your
fundamental knowledge of chess and boosts your understanding of its value,
power and importance. Chessboard graphics illustrate different scenarios so
you can visualize different chess moves and their potential outcomes and learn
the best move to make in any given situation. Read more

Features:

Product Details:

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ DK Children (January 23, 2006)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 48 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 075661807X
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 70
• Reading age ‏ : ‎ 6 – 10 years, from customers
• Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 – 7
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.8 ounces
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.19 x 11 inches
• Best Sellers Rank: #5,312 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #3 in Children's Board Games Books #4 in Chess (Books) #21 in Children's Reference Books (Books)