--- product_id: 1999820 title: "Chess for Kids" price: "₹ 2178" currency: INR in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 url: https://www.desertcart.in/products/1999820-chess-for-kids store_origin: IN region: India --- # Chess for Kids **Price:** ₹ 2178 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Chess for Kids - **How much does it cost?** ₹ 2178 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.in](https://www.desertcart.in/products/1999820-chess-for-kids) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Chess for Kids [Michael Basman, Mary Ling] on desertcart.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Chess for Kids Review: Title: Fantastic & Engaging Introduction to Chess for Young Kids - ⭐ desertcart Review Title: Fantastic & Engaging Introduction to Chess for Young Kids!** I purchased **Chess for Kids by Michael Basman** for my 7-year-old grandson who recently expressed an interest in learning the game. It has been a fantastic purchase! He absolutely loves this book. The paperback format is easy for him to handle, and the way the material is presented is clearly very engaging for a young learner. He has successfully learned the basic chess moves and the fundamentals of the game just by reading and working through the pages. I don't have a single negative thing to say about the book—it is a fun and effective teaching tool. The quality is good, and the shipping was fast. If you are looking for a highly readable and enjoyable book to introduce a young child to chess, I highly recommend this one! **5/5 Stars!** 👍🏾🤎 Review: Helpful and Approachable Introduction to a Fascinating Game - This is an excellent overview and primer for young people just developing an interest in chess. The "for Kids" title may be a bit off-putting; the target age range is probably from, say, advanced 4th grade to early high school. However, the text is welcoming and easy to understand without being condescending. The book flows well - from a simple overview of the game to a clear explanation of the function of each piece, to a basic introduction to rules and then strategy. It includes engaging exercises and teaching games that are more than simple question/answer problems, and will help a beginning student get a feel for aspects of the game before being thrown in to full-length games. It introduces chess notation and the rules of the game, but in a simple and natural way; it does not force the student to memorize confusing arcana before being able to play and enjoy the game. Text passages are short and clear, and keyed to attractive color photos and diagrams that illustrate board positions and piece moves. (The diagrams may sometimes be slightly confusing to a student with no prior knowledge, but in general are very good.) There are also frequent sidebars with interesting explanations and chess tidbits. All in all, I think this book is a remarkably clear, informative, helpful, and engaging introduction. It should take a learner with no experience in chess up to the level of being able to play effectively and to begin to appreciate strategy. I bought it to use in teaching my 5th/6th-grade nephews the game, but I have to say I am learning things from it! It will also be helpful for students who already know the rudiments of the game but have not had systematic teaching. (Students who are ready to begin learning standard openings and strategy in a serious way should use a more advanced book.) It can be used independently by any student with moderate reading skills, but the student will benefit from having an experienced instructor as well. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #44,524 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #10 in Children's Board Games Books #24 in Chess (Books) #178 in Children's Reference Books (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (3,477) | | Dimensions | 8.54 x 0.2 x 10.87 inches | | Edition | First Edition | | Grade level | 3 - 7 | | ISBN-10 | 075661807X | | ISBN-13 | 978-0756618070 | | Item Weight | 8.6 ounces | | Language | English | | Part of series | DK Superguide | | Print length | 48 pages | | Publication date | January 23, 2006 | | Publisher | DK Children | | Reading age | 6 - 10 years, from customers | ## Images ![Chess for Kids - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/810ipVfUVqL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Title: Fantastic & Engaging Introduction to Chess for Young Kids *by G***A on December 1, 2025* ⭐ Amazon Review Title: Fantastic & Engaging Introduction to Chess for Young Kids!** I purchased **Chess for Kids by Michael Basman** for my 7-year-old grandson who recently expressed an interest in learning the game. It has been a fantastic purchase! He absolutely loves this book. The paperback format is easy for him to handle, and the way the material is presented is clearly very engaging for a young learner. He has successfully learned the basic chess moves and the fundamentals of the game just by reading and working through the pages. I don't have a single negative thing to say about the book—it is a fun and effective teaching tool. The quality is good, and the shipping was fast. If you are looking for a highly readable and enjoyable book to introduce a young child to chess, I highly recommend this one! **5/5 Stars!** 👍🏾🤎 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Helpful and Approachable Introduction to a Fascinating Game *by K***H on October 3, 2009* This is an excellent overview and primer for young people just developing an interest in chess. The "for Kids" title may be a bit off-putting; the target age range is probably from, say, advanced 4th grade to early high school. However, the text is welcoming and easy to understand without being condescending. The book flows well - from a simple overview of the game to a clear explanation of the function of each piece, to a basic introduction to rules and then strategy. It includes engaging exercises and teaching games that are more than simple question/answer problems, and will help a beginning student get a feel for aspects of the game before being thrown in to full-length games. It introduces chess notation and the rules of the game, but in a simple and natural way; it does not force the student to memorize confusing arcana before being able to play and enjoy the game. Text passages are short and clear, and keyed to attractive color photos and diagrams that illustrate board positions and piece moves. (The diagrams may sometimes be slightly confusing to a student with no prior knowledge, but in general are very good.) There are also frequent sidebars with interesting explanations and chess tidbits. All in all, I think this book is a remarkably clear, informative, helpful, and engaging introduction. It should take a learner with no experience in chess up to the level of being able to play effectively and to begin to appreciate strategy. I bought it to use in teaching my 5th/6th-grade nephews the game, but I have to say I am learning things from it! It will also be helpful for students who already know the rudiments of the game but have not had systematic teaching. (Students who are ready to begin learning standard openings and strategy in a serious way should use a more advanced book.) It can be used independently by any student with moderate reading skills, but the student will benefit from having an experienced instructor as well. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for Starters, Kids *by D***S on December 28, 2022* This is a good reference book for young people, kids just learning to play chess. We gave this as a gift to our grandson who is starting to play & joined a chess club after school. ## Frequently Bought Together - Chess for Kids - How to Beat Your Dad at Chess (Chess for Kids) - Magnetic Wooden Chess Set for Adults Kids 15'' Chess Board with Handmade Pieces, Folding Portable Travel Unique Chess Sets Game for Tournament Professional Beginner --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.in/products/1999820-chess-for-kids](https://www.desertcart.in/products/1999820-chess-for-kids) --- *Product available on Desertcart India* *Store origin: IN* *Last updated: 2026-05-03*