How to Play Chess and Win!

Introduces readers to a wide range of exciting hobbies, encouraging budding enthusiasts and inspiring those already taking part

Covers all the basic facts and information children will need to participate, from kit and equipment, to rules, basic techniques and ways to improve skills

Higly illustrated with step-by-step photography.

Contents Listing:
Why play chess?
How to play chess – an overview
Pawns – the foot soldiers of chess
Bishops and knights
Rooks and queens
The king and castling
Check and checkmate
Making your move
The Opening
Tactics
Endgames and how to checkmate
Taking it further
Playing in a tournament
Glossary/Weblinks
Index