Book
Chess for kids / written by Michael Basman ; [photography, Steve Gorton]. --
Record details
- ISBN: 075661807X (pbk.)
- ISBN: 9780756618070 (pbk.)
- Physical Description: 45 p. : col. ill.
- Edition: 1st American pbk. ed. --
- Publisher: New York : Dorling Kindersley Pub., 2006., c2001
Content descriptions
| General Note: | "DK." At head of title: DK. |
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes Internet addresses (p. 45) and index. |
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 7.99 |
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| Subject: | Chess for children > Juvenile literature. Chess > Juvenile literature. Chess. |
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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| Lakeshore Branch | J 794.1 Bas | 31681002588879 | JNONFIC | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
With the help of step-by-step illustrations, a former international grandmaster explains the basic moves, strategy, history, and gamesmanship of chess, making this ancient game accessible to younger enthusiasts. - Baker & Taylor
Explains the rules, skills, and techniques necessary to play the game of chess. - Penguin Putnam
Master one of the worldâs most fascinating games â 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 itâs 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 youâll 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 Queenâs 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.
