Chandler, Murray.

Chess puzzles for kids / Murray Chandler ; [illustrations, Cindy McCluskey]. - London : Gambit, 2012. - 127 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Cover subtitle: 100 puzzles to torment your brain cells.

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. 7 yrs+ Chess.

9781906454401


Chess problems--Juvenile literature.

794.12