chess

Nothing has gone right for twelve-year-old Lawrence since his Pop went away, but after getting expelled from school for fighting he discovers the world of chess and things begin to change.

Eleven-year-old national chess champion Oliver Boydell presents sixty-four chess tips.

Presents diagrams and strategies for chess.

"An introductory look at the game of Chess. Describes the history of the game, introduces the creators and innovators, highlights competitions, and provides insight about the game's future. Informational text for readers who are new to Chess, or are interested in learning more. Includes a glossary, index, and bibliography for further reading"--Provided by publisher.

"Learning to play chess is almost a life skill. Many people play it and even more reference its strategy in all kinds of conversations. It's a great game for young people to become familiar with--and even learn to love! This book gives a thorough, but simple, overview of the basic rules and moves of chess. From how to use each piece to some popular strategies, the game play outlined helps new players head right to the chess board after reading!"--Provided by the publisher.

Presents an autobiography of young Nigerian-American chess player, Tani Adewumi. Adewumi discusses his early life in Nigeria, his move to the United States, and his family's struggles to find their way in their new home. Explores how chess has helped Adewumi and in turn helped his family find their place in New York.

A story in free verse poetry in which Marcus, a boy from the inner city who suffers bullying, is grieving his sister's death, and has been labeled a troublemaker finds a way to cope with his anger with the help of an unlikely mentor, who teaches him to play chess.

The author documents one year with the competitive Edward R. Murrow High School chess team through to the Super Nationals in Nashville.

A guide to chess for beginners as well as advanced players that includes lessons in tactics and attacking strategy, a selection of the greatest games ever played, advice on club and tournament chess, and a glossary of chess terms.

A guide to the game of chess.