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The Kids' Book of Chess and Chess Set

by Harvey Kidder   |  Ages 8-10
$11.90
Cover of The Kids' Book of Chess and Chess Set
Cover of The Kids' Book of Chess and Chess Set

Everything young chess players need in one set

This lively 96-page guide introduces chess to ages 8–12. It covers opening, middle, and endgame fundamentals, plus offensive and defensive strategies. A custom board, 32 pieces, and full-color fantasy art complete the set.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Kids' Book of Chess and Chess Set

by Harvey Kidder   |  Ages 8-10
$11.90
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ISBN: 9780894807671
Author: Harvey Kidder
Publisher: Workman Pub Co
Date of Publication: 2008-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Picture Books, Young Readers, Educational
Related Topics: Workbooks & Activity Books, Reference, Classics, Fantasy
Goodreads rating: 4.08
(rated by 95 readers)

Description

A direct, lively introduction to the game that's inspired passion and challenge for over 900 years — for kids ages 8-12.Everything a child needs to learn how to play chess, hone your skills, and become a grandmaster, including a custom-designed chess board and full set of 32 chess pieces! A 96-page book leads kids through the fundamentals of beginning, middle, and end game, and shows winning strategies for offense and defense. Full-color fantasy art captures the energy and excitement of chess's origins—the medieval battlefield. Over 1 million copies in print. For ages 8-12.
 

Everything young chess players need in one set

This lively 96-page guide introduces chess to ages 8–12. It covers opening, middle, and endgame fundamentals, plus offensive and defensive strategies. A custom board, 32 pieces, and full-color fantasy art complete the set.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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