Chess for Sparrows | Beginner Crash Course
CarreiraChess
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Quick intro and review for chess beginners (or close) in very small drop in classes for younger students.
Class experience
This is a short and sweet intro to chess for younger students. I believe in getting students started fast so they can start playing right away. In each half hour session we will introduce and review only 5 ideas: the names of the pieces and how they move, basic captures, the simplest checkmates, the names of the squares, and how to practice by playing vs the computer. We solve problems together in a fast paced question and answer format. Students will be presented with material carefully...
Students will absorb just enough of the game to begin playing real games of chess.
Homework Offered
Each week students will be encouraged to play many games against the computer.Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Students will use https://lichess.org/ for live games during the second half of class. It is not necessary to create an account but if you do please be sure to turn on Kid Mode: https://lichess.org/account/kid
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Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(1,987)
When school went remote in March of 2020 my chess club (where I taught full time) thrived. This led to curriculum development, program development, and coaching work at the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth, SciGenius, BudBe, Zinkers, and...
Group Class
$15
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 1663 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-9
1-3 learners per class
