Chess

Explains the pieces, moves, and strategies of the game of chess.

A great book for a beginning chess player.

Checkmate!

Introduces the game of chess and its basic moves, then shows how to apply problem-solving skills to chess problems of varying difficulty.

Chess

A professional chess Grandmaster introduces the rules and strategies of chess, as well as its history and some of the great players and matches.

Play Better Chess

An introduction to chess strategy, covering basic rules and moves, the strengths and weakness of each piece, open and closed board positions, and advice on getting to checkmate.

Chess! I Love It I love It I Love It

When second-grader Richard and three other members of the Sumac School Chess Club compete in their first tournament, they each learn something about luck, concentration, and teamwork.

How to Survive a Totally Boring Summer

When Randall and his friend Max start a chess club in the park to keep busy during the summer, there are unexpected benefits for the community.

The Usborne Complete Book of Chess

This title has a lot of information about chess history, basic chess and also shows a good number of techniques and moves to win at chess.

Starting Chess

Covers the basics of chess, including the layout of the board, the verious pieces and how they move, exchanges, opening and closing moves, and chess notation, and also includes internet links.

The Story of Chess

Individualistic full-color illustrations complement a history of the game of chess and help demonstrate the mechanics of the game, the rules of chess, and the importance of each piece's role.

Chess For Kids

Explains the rules, skills, and techniques necessary to play the game of chess.