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Usborne Chess Book

By Lucy Bowman
Series: Usborne Chess Books
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The Usborne Chess Book by Lucy Bowman is a delightful introduction to the world of chess designed specifically for children. It presents the basics of chess in an engaging and easy-to-understand manner, using colourful illustrations and simple explanations. The book covers everything from the movement of pieces to basic strategies, aiming to equip young readers with the foundational skills needed to enjoy and succeed in the game.
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Format: Spiral bound
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You might like this book if you're looking to introduce children to the fascinating world of chess. Filled with engaging illustrations and easy-to-understand instructions, it is perfect for young beginners eager to learn the strategies and skills of this classic game. The book helps children develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills while having fun.

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A clever book that teaches the game of chess through activities and puzzles.



Illustrations: Full colour throughout



WARNING! Not suitable for children under 36 months because of small parts. Choking Hazard.

A write-in book full of chess problems to solve as well as tips for budding players.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Usborne Chess Book is a write-in book full of chess problems to solve as well as tips for budding players.

This fun, write-in book is packed with brain-teasing puzzles, useful facts, and clever tips that show how to play chess and improve your game.

Some of the puzzles are answered using chess-piece stickers, and all the answers are at the back of the book. Simple puzzles demonstrate how to use the pieces, with more tricky puzzles on tactics and checkmates.

Series: Usborne Chess Books

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  • Usborne Chess Book
    Usborne Chess Book is a write-in book full of chess problems to solve as well as tips for budding players. This fun, write-in book is packed with brain-teasing puzzles, useful facts, and clever tips that show how to play chess and improve your game. Some of the puzzles are answered using chess-piece stickers, and all the answers are at the...
    By Lucy Bowman
    Spiral bound
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781409598442

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Format: Spiral bound

Date Published: 01 August 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Candice Whatmore

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 208.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 420g

Pages: 72

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Activity Books and Kits Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Drawing, Colouring and Painting Books for Kids Lucy Bowman Series: Usborne Chess Books

About the Author

Lucy Bowman grew up in a village in Cheshire, where she spent her time having adventures outdoors or reading about them in books. She completed a degree in American Studies and joined Usborne to write books on all kinds of topics, from Antarctica to space to games and puzzles.

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