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    Check out this FREE Trial Lesson on Chess for age 6-8!

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    How Bishops Capture Worksheet
    How Bishops Capture Worksheet

    How Bishops Capture Worksheet

    Players in chess aim to capture enemy pieces, culminating in checkmate of the king. In this worksheet, children learn how the bishop can capture pieces by checking which pieces it can capture in one move.
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    Position of the Chessboard: White on the Right Worksheet
    Position of the Chessboard: White on the Right Worksheet

    Position of the Chessboard: White on the Right Worksheet

    Proper positioning of the chessboard and players is key. Before the game, make sure the white square is in the right-hand corner. A simple rhyme can help: "White on the right". Check pictures of kids at the chessboard to ensure correct positioning.
    Position of the Chessboard: White on the Right Worksheet
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    Pawns Bingo Worksheet
    Pawns Bingo Worksheet

    Pawns Bingo Worksheet

    Test your students' knowledge of chess pawns. Present them with a worksheet featuring a picture, and ask them to identify the correct pawn moves. Afterward, they'll be better equipped to maneuver strategically on the chessboard.
    Pawns Bingo Worksheet
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    How Queen Moves Worksheet
    How Queen Moves Worksheet

    How Queen Moves Worksheet

    Introduce your kids to the rules of chess using this worksheet! It shows how a queen can move for any number of squares along files, ranks, and diagonals. Ask them to mark an 'x' on the boxes where the queen can move. This is a great way to have your kids learn the basics of chess.
    How Queen Moves Worksheet
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    Queen Quest Worksheet
    Queen Quest Worksheet

    Queen Quest Worksheet

    Want to test your child's chess skills? See if they know how the queen, king, knights, rooks, and pawns move. This worksheet challenges your young one to capture a rook with the queen in two moves. Draw lines to show the queen's moves to complete the task.
    Queen Quest Worksheet
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    Two Rook Bingo Worksheet
    Two Rook Bingo Worksheet

    Two Rook Bingo Worksheet

    Kids can have fun and strengthen their visual perception skills with Two Rook Mate Bingo. This worksheet challenges them to identify which chess boards show a king in checkmate using the Two Rook Mate strategy. Once they choose the correct one, they get the prize for checkmate! Playing chess helps kids with strategy, logic, and critical thinking.
    Two Rook Bingo Worksheet
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    How Knight Captures Worksheet
    How Knight Captures Worksheet

    How Knight Captures Worksheet

    Test your child's knowledge of chess pieces by asking them to identify the knight. It is shaped like a horse and its goal is to capture the enemy king in order to win the game. The knight has the advantage of being able to jump over other pieces, taking them out and taking their place. See how many pieces the knight can capture in one move with this worksheet.
    How Knight Captures Worksheet
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    How Pawns Move: Part II Worksheet
    How Pawns Move: Part II Worksheet

    How Pawns Move: Part II Worksheet

    Pawns are the first to attack in chess and each player has the most pieces. They can't jump over other pieces, so if there's an obstacle, the pawn can't move. Ask your child to put an X to show all possible moves for the pawns not blocked by other pieces. (80)
    How Pawns Move: Part II Worksheet
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    What's My Name? Worksheet
    What's My Name? Worksheet

    What's My Name? Worksheet

    Test your child's chess knowledge with this colorful worksheet! There are six pieces lined up with names underneath. Ask your child to name each piece, then check if it's correct. Help them succeed by brushing up on the different pieces and their names.
    What's My Name? Worksheet
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    Ranks and Files Worksheet
    Ranks and Files Worksheet

    Ranks and Files Worksheet

    A chessboard has 8 horizontal ranks and 8 vertical files, each with 8 squares. Test your child's understanding of these directions with this fun worksheet!
    Ranks and Files Worksheet
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    Find Diagonals Worksheet
    Find Diagonals Worksheet

    Find Diagonals Worksheet

    Help your child learn the name of the lines that go through squares with this fun worksheet. Diagonals slant in left or right directions and create the same shape. Ask your child to identify the pictures with correctly drawn diagonals.
    Find Diagonals Worksheet
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    Chess Pieces Math Worksheet
    Chess Pieces Math Worksheet

    Chess Pieces Math Worksheet

    Chess involves math! Each piece has its own value, from the king (worth the entire game) to the queen (9 points), varying according to their power and role. In the worksheet, your child must use these values to solve the equations at the bottom.
    Chess Pieces Math 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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    Bishop Quest Worksheet
    Bishop Quest Worksheet

    Bishop Quest Worksheet

    Show kids the board and ask them to identify the bishop. Then ask them to move it to the square marked 'x', drawing lines to show its path. This worksheet helps teach kids how to move the bishop on a chessboard.
    Bishop Quest 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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    Knight and Pawn Worksheet
    Knight and Pawn Worksheet

    Knight and Pawn Worksheet

    This tracing worksheet teaches kids about chess. They trace the dotted lines to match pieces, names and symbols to the correct chess piece. Questions at the bottom test their understanding. It's a simple exercise for a fun way to learn.
    Knight and Pawn Worksheet
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    Rooks Bingo Worksheet
    Rooks Bingo Worksheet

    Rooks Bingo Worksheet

    Can your child accurately move the rook pieces in a game of chess? Do they understand the moves a rook can and can't make? Check the worksheet with them to ensure the pictures correctly depict the rook's movements. Confirm only those with correct moves.
    Rooks Bingo Worksheet
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    Chess Manners Worksheet
    Chess Manners Worksheet

    Chess Manners Worksheet

    Teach your child chess manners in addition to table and social ones. Chess has clear rules and etiquette which must be followed for a proper game. Review this worksheet with your kid and discuss the pictures that show inappropriate behaviours. This will help them understand how to play the game correctly and with good manners.
    Chess Manners Worksheet
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    Notation Quest Worksheet
    Notation Quest Worksheet

    Notation Quest Worksheet

    Examine the two chess boards with your kids. On one, chess pieces haven't moved; on the other, pieces have captured each other. Get your child to note the moves and captures with this simple worksheet.
    Notation Quest Worksheet
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    Moves Notation Bingo Worksheet
    Moves Notation Bingo Worksheet

    Moves Notation Bingo Worksheet

    Test your child's chess notation skills with this simple worksheet. Download the PDF which shows a chess board and arrows pointing to pieces. Ask your child to identify the moves and note them down correctly. The notations needed are for bishop, pawn, rook and knight. Up to 80 words.
    Moves Notation Bingo Worksheet
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    Writing it Down Worksheet
    Writing it Down Worksheet

    Writing it Down Worksheet

    To document pawn promotion, add "=<piece name>" to the move notation. For example: e7-e8=Q. Ask your child to look at the chessboard and take note of the moves. Check the notations are correct. (80 words)
    Writing it Down Worksheet
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    How Pawns Capture Worksheet
    How Pawns Capture Worksheet

    How Pawns Capture Worksheet

    Ask your child to circle all the places a pawn can capture in one move on the diagonal. Pawns are limited in the moves they can make, but can still capture enemy pieces. This worksheet will help brush up on their knowledge of the rules of chess.
    How Pawns Capture Worksheet
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    Notation of Captures Writing it Down Worksheet
    Notation of Captures Writing it Down Worksheet

    Notation of Captures Writing it Down Worksheet

    To teach students how to record captures in chess, use this worksheet. Write down the piece's short name, start sq., and the sq. where it captures, separating them with an X. For example, Rd2Xd4 means a rook moved d2 to d4 and took a piece. Pawn captures don't need a name.
    Notation of Captures Writing it Down Worksheet
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    How Pawns Move: Part I Worksheet
    How Pawns Move: Part I Worksheet

    How Pawns Move: Part I Worksheet

    Pawns can only move forward along the file one square at a time. For its first move, a pawn can move one or two squares. Show your child how to move pawns by asking them to put an X for the correct move on this worksheet. This exercise will help them gain confidence in using pawns.
    How Pawns Move: Part I Worksheet
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    Normal Chess is an excellent educational tool for children aged 6-8, promoting cognitive, social, and emotional development. First and foremost, it enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills. As children learn to anticipate their opponent's moves and devise strategies, they engage in analytical thinking that can translate to better performance in subjects like math and science.

    Moreover, chess fosters social skills, providing a platform for interaction and communication with peers. During friendly matches, children learn to take turns, respect opponents, and deal with both victories and defeats, thereby nurturing sportsmanship and resilience.

    The game also supports concentration and discipline. Chess demands focus and patience, teaching children to stay engaged and work diligently toward their goals. These qualities will serve them well in other academic and life pursuits.

    Additionally, chess encourages inclusivity, as it can bring together a diverse mix of children and allow them to bond over shared interests. When parents and teachers engage with children in playing chess, it can strengthen family ties and improve classroom dynamics.

    Overall, embracing Normal Chess in early education not only cultivates essential life skills but also makes learning enjoyable, setting a strong foundation for lifelong learning and personal development.