Chess Puzzles for Kids - Hardcover

by Murray Chandler (Author)

This chess puzzle super-challenge
contains 100 fun positions to solve, ranging from encouragingly easy to
mind-numbingly hard. Using an innovative format, every puzzle is
preceded by an instructive example, illustrating an important pattern.

Each
puzzle has been graded to suit a wide range of chess abilities.
Beginners or younger readers will enjoy reading the basic warm-up
exercises. The more experienced can wrestle with some classic puzzles,
whilst at the same time learning of typical themes and killer concepts.

The
final challenging chapters - Mission Impossible - are guaranteed to
torment and inspire the most talented of future champions!

Chess
is recognized in many countries as a useful tool for developing creative
thinking in children. Chess Puzzles for Kids will quickly enable
children to enjoy using their new-found skills to outwit friends and
relatives.

Murray Chandler gained the chess grandmaster title by
winning events in New York and Amsterdam. During 28 years as a
professional player he has taken part in over 150 international
tournaments, in 32 different countries. His previous books for young
players - Chess for Children (with Helen Milligan), How to Beat Your
Dad at Chess and Chess Tactics for Kids - are widely used in schools
and by junior coaches.

Author Biography

Murray Chandler gained the chess grandmaster title by winning events in New York and Amsterdam. During 28 years as a professional player he has taken part in over 150 international tournaments, in 32 different countries. His previous books for young players - Chess for Children (with Helen Milligan), How to Beat Your Dad at Chess and Chess Tactics for Kids - are widely used in schools and by junior coaches.