Unlock the world of chess for your 6-year-old with our engaging Chess Strategy Learning Worksheets! Designed specifically for young learners, these worksheets make chess fun and accessible while developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Each engaging activity introduces essential concepts like piece movement, basic strategies, and checkmate techniques, all tailored to suit early learners’ ages and comprehension levels. As your child explores the game, they will improve their focus and cognitive abilities while enjoying the strategic challenges chess presents. Download our printable worksheets today and watch your little one master the noble game of chess, one move at a time!


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Special Moves: En Passant

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King and Queen Mate Strategy: Part 1 Worksheet
King and Queen Mate Strategy: Part 1 Worksheet

King and Queen Mate Strategy: Part 1 Worksheet

This worksheet will help your young chess player strategize. They’ll learn how to checkmate the opponent’s king using just a king and a queen. Descriptive sample boards will show them the strategy and then a practice board will test their knowledge. Allowing them to plan the queen’s next move to checkmate the opposing king.
King and Queen Mate Strategy: Part 1 Worksheet
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En Passant: Tricky Pawn Capture Worksheet
En Passant: Tricky Pawn Capture Worksheet

En Passant: Tricky Pawn Capture Worksheet

When a pawn moves two squares from its initial position and enters a square controlled by an enemy, the enemy can capture it as if it had moved one square. This move is called "en passant" (in passing). Ask your child which square the black pawn will land on after capturing the white pawn en passant using the provided chessboard.
En Passant: Tricky Pawn Capture Worksheet
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Two Rook Mate Strategy Worksheet
Two Rook Mate Strategy Worksheet

Two Rook Mate Strategy Worksheet

Kids who can play stress gain better reasoning, logic and critical thinking skills. This worksheet can teach kids the Two Rook Mate strategy to checkmate their opposite king. They'll discover how to close in the enemy king and protect with another rook, all the while enjoying a screen-free activity!
Two Rook Mate Strategy Worksheet
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En Passant: Writing it Down Worksheet
En Passant: Writing it Down Worksheet

En Passant: Writing it Down Worksheet

Properly documenting moves in chess is often overlooked. En passant captures require your child to note the starting and ending squares (e.g. d5xe6) with an "X" in between them. Ask your children to review the worksheet and ensure they've notated the captures correctly. (80 words)
En Passant: Writing it Down Worksheet
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How King Captures Worksheet
How King Captures Worksheet

How King Captures Worksheet

The king can capture an enemy piece by taking its place. But it cannot move if the action will put it at risk of attack, or if it's next to the enemy king. On this worksheet, circle the places the white king can capture in one move. (80 words)
How King Captures Worksheet
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En Passant Bingo Worksheet
En Passant Bingo Worksheet

En Passant Bingo Worksheet

To teach kids to perfect the en passant move in chess, use this worksheet. It has pictures which depict when a pawn is in danger of being captured. By looking through the pictures, kids can easily understand and perfect the move.
En Passant Bingo Worksheet
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What Is a Stalemate? Worksheet
What Is a Stalemate? Worksheet

What Is a Stalemate? Worksheet

Chess is an ideal way to develop logic, strategizing, problem-solving and more! Even kids can learn it. With this worksheet, children can learn about draws and stalemates. Sample boards will help them decide which team, black or white, is at a stalemate.
What Is a Stalemate? Worksheet
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Two Rook Mate Practice Worksheet
Two Rook Mate Practice Worksheet

Two Rook Mate Practice Worksheet

Chess is all about checkmating your opponent. This free Two Rook Mate practice worksheet is a fun way for your mini strategist to do just that. They can draw a line showing their move then pick the correct notation for the mate! A great way for them to practice fine motor skills, too.
Two Rook Mate Practice Worksheet
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Find Stalemate! Worksheet
Find Stalemate! Worksheet

Find Stalemate! Worksheet

Teach your kids Chess and give them more than a hobby - equip them with critical thinking, rationale and problem-solving skills! This free worksheet helps them understand stalemates by examining various sample boards. By providing visual discernment and the joy of the game, your child's logical skills will soar!
Find Stalemate! Worksheet
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Notation of Checkmate Worksheet
Notation of Checkmate Worksheet

Notation of Checkmate Worksheet

Checkmate is the thrilling, ultimate move in chess! Teach your child to make it and notate it properly with this free worksheet. They'll love being able to capture the king and it's great for brain-building too! Have them look at the sample boards and place a # sign after the checkmate move for notation.
Notation of Checkmate Worksheet
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Chess strategy learning can significantly benefit 6-year-olds, offering a unique blend of cognitive and social development. Firstly, chess fosters critical thinking skills as young players must evaluate multiple moves and foresee their opponents' responses. This process enhances their problem-solving abilities, vital for their overall academic journey.

Moreover, engaging with chess encourages patience and focus, qualities essential for classroom learning. As children learn to plan their moves, they develop foresight—an important aspect of both strategic thinking and goal setting. Regular gameplay helps cultivate perseverance as they confront challenges and learn from losses, emphasizing the value of resilience in the face of difficulties.

Socially, chess nurtures interactions and promotes sportsmanship. Children learn to respect their opponents, understand the importance of fair play, and communicate better—skills that will carry into their future relationships.

Furthermore, introducing chess at an early age sets a foundation for lifelong learning. The game combines creativity and logic, encouraging kids to express themselves while engaging in analytical thinking.

By supporting chess strategy learning, parents and teachers equip children with valuable tools that enhance cognitive abilities, improve emotional resilience, foster social skills, and instill a love for learning, resulting in well-rounded, thoughtful individuals.