Chess Openings For Kids | John Watson & Graham Burgess

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Starting strong is essential for chess players of any age or skill level. This straightforward guide offers all the strategies and insights you need to make purposeful moves right from the beginning.

  • This book is ideal for advanced beginner and novice players, typically those with a rating below 1400. However, it has some excellent reminders and ideas for more advanced players looking to improve their opening game 
  • Understand fifty fantastic openings that are often used by chess masters 
  • Learn the best starting moves and main chess openings
  • Understand how to position your pieces for maximum impact
  • Learn about chess openings in a fun and engaging way!

Reader’s Reviews:

This is certainly not a children's book—unless your child has a natural talent for chess, like Bobby Fischer or Boris Spassky. The concepts and language are pretty advanced. However, some kids do enjoy delving into more sophisticated material. 

This book is incredibly valuable, offering a comprehensive guide to the 50 most famous chess openings, from the Ruy Lopez to the Sicilian Dragon, Queen's Gambit, and beyond. 
Each opening is clearly explained with diagrams, making it a fantastic resource for any chess enthusiast - J Viljoen


About the Author:

In 2022, FIDE Master John Watson was inducted into the World Chess Hall of Fame as "one of the greatest writers in the history of American chess". He is a former US National High School Chess Champion. He has written over twenty books, ranging from general guides to works on specific openings.


Other details:

Paperback
Pages: 128
Dimensions: 17.8 x 1.5 x 23.5cm
ISBN-13:   9781906454265

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