ChessKid βΒ
Safe, fun, and kid-friendly lessons, videos, and beginner puzzles.
Lichess β Learn β https://lichess.org/learn#
Interactive tutorials for beginners and step-by-step lessons.
YouTube Channels:
ChessNetwork β easy-to-follow beginner videos
Hanging Pawns β playful lessons for kids
Lichess Puzzles β https://lichess.org/training
Free tactical puzzles with hints and scoring for skill-building.
ChessKid Puzzles β https://www.chesskid.com/puzzles
Kid-safe puzzles sorted by difficulty.
Printable Chess Puzzles β Search online for βbeginner chess puzzles PDFβ to practice offline.
Online Play:
ChessKid β play safely with other kids
Lichess.org β free platform for older kids
Apps:
Chess.com β kid sections available
Magnus Trainer β mini-games to learn chess patterns in a fun way - Google Play Link
Oregon Chess Federation β https://www.oregonchess.org/
Information on local youth tournaments, events, and chess clubs in Oregon.
Chess Basics:
How to move each piece: pawns, knights, bishops, rooks, queen, king
Beginner strategies: controlling the center, piece development, king safety
Printable Sheets:
Chess notation sheets for tracking games
Mini cheat-sheets for beginners