4 stars!

An easy to follow guide for youth and adults alike who want to learn the game of chess. Thorough instructions and content.

I voluntarily read an advanced copy.

When I was a kid I was taught at least twice how to play chess, but since I didn't get any practice, ended up completely forgot how. So I was more or less new to this game at the beginning of the book but once I started, it felt like I'd been playing for a long time. It's such an easy lesson that anyone will be inspired to start playing with great confidence.

This is completely helpful for adults who have no clue where to begin with chess! The author has played her whole life, which makes for the perfect teacher. I read this with a 6yr old who did not completely follow. I would recommend 8+

The author of this helpful book has been playing chess since the age of five and from what I can see, she really knows her stuff!  This book begins with an introduction for parents that is about the benefits for children in playing chess; they are many but, to be sure, it is also meant to be fun.  The book then covers all of the chess basics, everything from which way the board should be (white square in the lower right corner), through explanations of each of the pieces and how each moves, what constitutes a win in chess and lots on strategy.  There are quizzes so that children can review their progress.  I highly recommend this title to anyone who wants to learn more about how to play the game; as an adult, I also learned quite a bit.


Many thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for this read in exchange for an honest review.