The book explains who the pieces are and how they move (and that we're talking about pawns, not prawns), how to reach checkmate (or, in Jess's words, 'how to kill the king'), and the concept of the opening, middlegame and endgame. It also introduces the idea of chess etiquette - and explains why sometimes no one wins and a game ends in stalemate. Friendlier and more fun than the average children's chess book, The Batsford Book of Chess for Children should become an essential addition to any child's bookshelf.
A brand new edition of this international chess classic, with all-new illustrations.
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A brand new edition of this international chess classic, with all-new illustrations.Aimed at children aged 7 and up, this character-based book is a complete guide to chess for those starting out in the game. In straightforward, animated language, Jess and Jamie - two rough-and-tumble kids who are obsessed with chess - explain everything you need to know, from first sitting down at the board to sneaky tricks to help you beat your opponents.The book explains who the pieces are and how they move (and that we're talking about pawns, not prawns), how to reach checkmate (or, in Jess's words, 'how to kill the king'), and the concept of the opening, middlegame and endgame.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Batsford Book of Chess for Children and determined it is suitable for children aged 7-10 years old
The Batsford Book of Chess for Children features in the following genres: Featured Books for 9+ readers, Recommendations, Activity and Puzzle Books, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Hobbies, quizzes, toys and games, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Recommended Children's eBooks, Featured Books for 7+ readers
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The Batsford Book of Chess for Children was written by Sabrina Chevannes and published by Batsford
The Batsford Book of Chess for Children has 128 pages
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