Product Description

It is widely accepted that learning chess has a very positive effect on children: it increases their ability to concentrate and expands their feelings of responsibility for their own actions. Yet many parents who want to help their children to study chess don’t know how to go about it. This book is the solution. This practical handbook teaches the mysteries of chess with a light touch, yet with all rules and aspects of the game covered. It helps children progress from absolute beginners to competing in youth tournaments through a simple, but effective, training program. Openings, tactics, simple mates, and the endgame are covered, and much more. Many tests are included, with clearly-explained solutions. And there is also a special section, Preparing for Your First Tournament.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #676848 in Books
• Published on: 2006-08-15
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 205 pages

About the Author
Heinz Brunthaler’s background is in business, yet for the last twenty years he has been involved in many aspects of chess, including organizing more than a hundred international tournaments. Now he focuses on writing chess books, especially those designed to help novices.