Checkmate at Chess City
Checkmate at Chess City by Piers Harper is a First Edition published by Candlewick Press on April 5, 2004. This engaging book, consisting of 32 pages, invites young readers to embark on a thrilling adventure where they must rescue the captured king and queen of Chess City. Through a series of mazes, children will learn how each chess piece moves while navigating challenges posed by various obstacles, making it an interactive introduction to the game of chess.
Readers will find that the book combines elements of juvenile nonfiction with games and activities, specifically focusing on board games and puzzles. As they maneuver knights, pawns, bishops, and rooks through tricky mazes, children will develop strategic thinking skills while enjoying the excitement of the journey. With a compact chess board included, this edition encourages kids to apply what they’ve learned and test their newfound skills in a real game of chess.
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“The mazes are satisfyingly tricky . . . and puzzle-minded kids who are beyond WHERE’S WALDO? should enjoy this for hours.” — BOOKLIST Chess City has been captured! The king and queen are missing, and it’s up to readers to rescue them. As children learn how each chess piece moves, their task is to strategically maneuver knights, pawns, bishops, and rooks through mazes filled with hungry wolves, dangerous swamp monsters, and poisonous spiders. Each step leads them closer to the captive king and queen, in a perfect introduction to the challenges and excitement of a real game of chess. Now, with a compact chess board at their fingertips, they’ll be eager to put their skills to the test!
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