Chess for Children

"Three chess experts explain the history, rules, and strategy behind this ancient 'game of kings'....The authors introduce each piece from pawn to king separately in practice sessions that demonstrate the piece's strengths and limitations....Several famous matches are explained move by move....Clear black-and-white photographs and drawings illustrate each move....This useful addition for both school and public library collections will be popular with new chess enthusiasts."—Booklist.

Uses the revolutionary Lincolnshire system to explain how to play, enjoy, and master chess and recounts anecdotes about notable players in the history of the game.