The Usborne Chess Book (Activity Books): 1

My grandson who has just started playing chess was very pleased with it

Very nice book, Entertaining and interactive

Really nice book for kids to learn how to play chess. The book starts from the basics (how to set up the board, different chess terminology, etc). If I could suggest one improvement, it would be to make the book a bit more sturdy - the ring bound spine makes the pages a bit susceptible to ripping.

Bought to 6 years old child who can read. He has read through it, at his own pace with no interference nor hlep.There are Challenging situation after every topic and children use stickers at the back to place the right "sticker " chess piece: it helps their understanding about moves and importance of pieces, and teaches them some useful tricks. We have noticed an impressive improvement in games. It is a book that travels with the child. For sibling, I am planning for a new print of the same book, as it is actually a very personal book. Highly recommended.

My 4yo suddenly showed an interest in chess... and who are we to get in the way of that?! So, we got him this book to get started and he LOVES it. He'll work through the exercises, find the correct stickers and even try and handwrite some of it (and he generally does not enjoy 'writing'). This book is a big hit here - lovely step-by-step, get-to-know-your-pieces kind of a guide.

I am starting a chess club in my school and this is definitely the best resource I've seen. It explain every piece, move, facts and more in a very simple but fun way. It is perfect for children to have at home but also as a resource to give to students. I certainly recommend it.

My son got this for his 7th birthday amongst many presents from friends and family and this was the one he spent most time on by far - he devoured it in the next few weeks. He was very keen to try it out and I could help him with some of the trickier puzzles. The cartoons are humourous and add to the fun of reading and learning the game. He has absorbed it all and his chess is on a different level.

It's a great concept - and gives children a solid understanding of the pieces and how they move. It's sticker based with lots of little puzzles to solve. I think the only place it falls down is lack of actual game strategy. Doesn't really explain to kids how to get going in the game. 4/5

Sebbene sia rivolto ai bambini, anche gli adulti possono imparare qualcosa. Essendo io stesso un giocatore principiante, l'ho fatto sicuramente. Le spiegazioni sono chiare e ben illustrate. Lo consiglio.

Mon fils de 6 ans et demi avait prit ce livre de la bibliotheque, et il l'a tellement apprecié qu'on a decidé de lui offrir un pour la maison, depuis 2 mois il s'en lasse pas; il nous questionne sur les differents exercises. A recommander!

My 8 year old likes this book, he plays a lot of chess and is learning new things from this book.

Well constructed, nor cheaply made like other similar books. Also it is just challenging enough for my 8yo who knows how to play chess. He can do the activities by himself. Sometimes I help clarify the instructions for him. Would be great for anyone ages 8 and up as long as they know how to play chess.

My seven-year-old son likes this book. He can work through the exercises on his own, and the layout is visually pleasing and attractive for kids. The difficulty level feels appropriate for his age, making it a good balance between fun and learning. A nice resource for introducing more chess concepts to young players.