Become a Chess Champion

Learn the Basics from a Pro

James Canty III, Brian Lambert, Neon Squid

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English

Priddy
01 October 2024

Children's & Educational; Hobbies, quizzes & games (Children's&YA)

Kids will learn how to master the basics of the classic board game in this fun beginner's guide. The book is structured like a chess course and the emphasis is on fun: professional player James Canty III uses mini games and chess puzzles to teach important concepts. Kids will learn key skills like how to play the perfect opening and trick their opponents to bring about checkmate. By the end of the book readers should be able to confidently take on their parents, guardians, or grandparents in a competitive game of chess! Become a Chess Champion also introduces kids to the wonderful world of chess. They'll meet the chess player who didn't lose a game for 30 years, the priest who invented the folding chess board, and the astronauts who had a chess match with people back on Earth!

By: James Canty III, Neon Squid
Illustrated by: Brian Lambert
Imprint: Priddy
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 288mm, Width: 215mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 796g
ISBN: 9781838993627
ISBN 10: 1838993622
Pages: 128
Publication Date: 01 October 2024
Recommended Age: From 8 to 10 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

James Canty III is a professional chess player, coach, and commentator. Canty is also a popular chess streamer - playing chess, analysing games, and studying to become a Grandmaster on Twitch and YouTube.