How to Play Chess

Name: How to Play Chess
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780241257265
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By Claire Summerscale

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Summary

How to Play Chess by Claire Summerscale is a charming introduction to the game of chess, aimed at young readers. The book simplifies the rules and strategies, making it accessible and enjoyable for children keen to learn. It guides them through the game's basics, from the movement of each piece to planning tactics, promoting both fun and learning as they develop their skills on the board.
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Format: Hardback

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This book may appeal to you if you have a child interested in mastering the game of chess, as it introduces fundamental concepts with simple language and engaging illustrations. It could be a delightful read for those looking to foster strategic thinking and patience in young learners.

How to Play Chess

Description

Become a chess champion

Learn chess the fun way and add firepower to your chess strategies with this beginner's guide to the world's most popular game of skill. Included is a press-out chessboard and pieces to get you practising straight away.

From the opening move to checkmate, How to Play Chess is an easy-to-follow guide to achieve grandmaster greatness. Perfect for children aged 8-13, this companion explains chess tactics and strategies in simple language supported by amazing 3-D images. Starting with basic terms and techniques, this book will make you a chess champion and teach you master tips to impress your opponents.

The book begins with a short history of chess and also explains the basic rules and objectives of the game. It contains descriptions of popular moves and the reference section illustrates the moves of one of the most famous chess games - the Opera Game played by the Duke of Brunswick in 1858.

Grab a copy of How to Play Chess and learn to solve the toughest of chess challenges.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241257265

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 06 October 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK Children

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 222.0mm

Height: 282.0mm

Weight: 557g

Pages: 72

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Claire Summerscale Penguin Books

About the Author

Claire Summerscale has been playing chess since the age of nine. When her parents taught the game to her brother and Claire showed an interest, she was told that chess is a game for boys. This made Claire determined to prove them wrong and, once she could beat her brother every time, she went on to become the British girls under-11 and under-13 champion. Claire is a former English Chess Federation Director of Junior Chess and has been a professional chess coach for more than 15 years.