When you can play chess
Chess is an amazing game that introduceswhich the baby should be taught at an early age. Moreover, most pediatricians advise starting training when the child is 3 years old. At this age, he is already quite developed and can achieve considerable success in this game. For example, grandmaster A. Karpov learned chess at 4 years old, and Kasparov - at 5 years old.Teach a child chess from a fairly youngage. Photo: Getty To the same early introduction to chess has a lot of advantages. It is noticed that children who are addicted to this board game are more developed logical thinking and memory. They are assiduous, purposeful and better learn the knowledge gained in the lessons. Moreover, the game of chess accustoms to attention and concentration, as well as to the ability to fight to the end and never get discouraged in case of failure. And these qualities, of course, will be useful in the life of the baby.
How to teach a child chess from scratch correctly and quickly
You can quickly teach your child to play chess inspecial clubs. But such institutions accept children who have reached the age of 4. In addition, training is not free, so many parents prefer to introduce their child to chess themselves. If you decide to teach your child from scratch at home, then adhere to the following rules:
- Game battles must take place in a friendly atmosphere.
- Don't make a 'chore' out of the game, otherwise the baby will soon lose interest in it.
- Don't be upset if your little one doesn't immediately understand the basics of the game. Remember that chess is quite a complicated game, so explain the rules patiently.
- Try to make the lesson last no more than 30 minutes.
- Do not forget during the party to make small breaks for physical culture.
- Be patient and never abuse your baby for mistakes.
- Do not often succumb to the child, otherwise he will get used to quick victories. And the first defeat will turn him away from chess.
- Praise him for achievements, even the smallest.
- Work with your baby at least 2-3 times a week. Then he won't have time to forget the basic rules of the game.
Teaching a child chess is not that difficult.The main thing is to be patient and try to interest the baby in this amazing game. And then he will learn the basics and after some time will become a worthy opponent for you.