Winning Chess Puzzles for Kids
Winning Chess Puzzles for Kids
Jeff Coakley
Dan Heisman
Don't be fooled by the titles! [This book is a gem]. - Dan Heisman
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Winning Chess Puzzles for Kids

Winning Chess Puzzles for Kids

Jeff Coakley
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Jeff Coakley
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Dive into the enchanting world of chess with "Winning Chess Puzzles for Kids" by Jeff Coakley, a masterful guide designed to captivate and educate young minds on the timeless game of strategy and intellect. Perfectly tailored for children ages 7 to 13, this engaging workbook is filled to the brim with more than 1000 carefully selected puzzles that introduce the fundamentals of chess tactics through a unique blend of traditional problems and inventive challenges. From mates in one or two moves to the nuances of forks, pins, and discovered checks, Coakley's exercises are not only instructive but irresistibly fun, fostering a love for the game that will last a lifetime. More than just a puzzle book, Coakley's creation is a journey through the world of chess, adorned with imaginative drawings and sections like Lily's Puzzlers, Combo Mombo, and Kiril's Kontest, which promise to keep young learners engaged and entertained. Beyond sharpening tactical skills, the book weaves in word searches and chess mazes, adding an extra layer of enjoyment and cognitive development. Whether as a standalone adventure into the realm of chess or as a complement to Coakley's earlier works in strategy and exercises, "Winning Chess Puzzles for Kids" stands as an indispensable resource, promising to nurture the next generation of chess enthusiasts and thinkers.

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2006
11 Nov
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Don't be fooled by the titles! [This book is a gem]. - Dan Heisman
— Jeff Coakley, Winning Chess Puzzles for Kids

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