Chess In Your Homeschool
What if you could introduce one simple game into your homeschool curriculum that would build your child’s confidence, teach responsibility, improve problem solving skills, strengthen connections, and teach patience and strategy? National Chess Day gives you the perfect opportunity to do just that! Check out this Homeschool Living for some compelling reasons to incorporate a chess match or two into your homeschool day, some great resources for teaching the basics of the game, and some fascinating facts about the history of this ancient game.
Chess Creation
President Gerald Ford declared National Chess Day on October 9, 1976 as part of the nation’s bicentennial celebration, and we continue to give recognition to this timeless game on the second Saturday of October. National Chess Day falls on October 12 this year, and you can check out NationalDayCalendar.com for some fun ways to participate.
The game of chess as we know it today has developed over hundreds and hundreds of years. It originated in India in the 600’s and spread throughout Europe and Asia until it evolved into what we know as chess in the 16th century. To incorporate some chess into your homeschool history lessons, check out the origins of chess, the development of chess theory, and the stories of some of the most famous chess champions through the years.
In this article from Practical Homeschooling, the author shares how he and his family used chess in their homeschool and the benefits they reaped and lessons they learned along the way.
Chess Skills
Chess.com features a step-by-step guide and some great tips for how to teach your kids chess. Don’t take it too seriously, and keep it positive and fun to begin with. There’s plenty of time to go more in depth as your kids develop their interest and improve their skills!
Utilizing online resources can be a great way to practice, learn new strategies, and explore additional resources. ChessKid.com offers free video lessons, chess puzzles, online matches, and more.
Megan Mora Fuentes
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