Enhance your child's cognitive skills with our Strategic Thinking Development Extra Challenge Worksheets designed specifically for ages 6-7. These engaging and interactive worksheets encourage young minds to think critically, solve problems, and develop strategic reasoning. Each worksheet is crafted to boost creativity and logical thinking, offering fun puzzles and challenges that captivate children's attention. Ideal for home or classroom use, our materials support early education objectives while making learning enjoyable. Watch as your child grows more confident in their ability to analyze situations and make effective decisions. Explore our collection today and provide your little one with a powerful foundation for future learning!


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Special Moves: Castling

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Short Notation of Moves Worksheet
Short Notation of Moves Worksheet

Short Notation of Moves Worksheet

To master chess, you need more than just knowing the pieces and their moves - you need to be able to make notations of your moves. To make a short notation, write the piece name and square it moved to; for example, Bd2 for bishop on d2. Pawns don't need the piece name, just the square; e.g. g5. Show your kids how to draw lines to the board for the moves given.
Short Notation of Moves Worksheet
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One Move Checkmates: Puzzle 2 Worksheet
One Move Checkmates: Puzzle 2 Worksheet

One Move Checkmates: Puzzle 2 Worksheet

Fine-tuning logic and critical thinking skills can be tricky but this free PDF offers a fun way for little logisticians to practice visual-spatial relationships and strategizing to checkmate the black king. It also boosts directional and reading skills which makes it a great brain-building puzzle.
One Move Checkmates: Puzzle 2 Worksheet
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Castling No - no's: Part 2 Worksheet
Castling No - no's: Part 2 Worksheet

Castling No - no's: Part 2 Worksheet

Teach your child the rules of castling: no castling if the king is under attack or will move onto an attacked square, or cross an attack line. To prepare for a game of chess, help your child complete the exercise of identifying when the king can castle – check the pictures.
Castling No - no's: Part 2 Worksheet
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Strategic thinking development is essential for children aged 6-7, and both parents and teachers play a vital role in fostering this skill. At this developmental stage, children are beginning to understand cause-and-effect relationships and can grasp the concept of planning. Strategic thinking helps them approach problem-solving with creativity and foresight. It encourages them to think about different outcomes and make informed decisions, which can significantly affect their academic success and daily interactions.

Moreover, early development of strategic thinking equips children with the tools needed for collaboration and effective communication, crucial skills in social settings and future workplaces. Activities that challenge their problem-solving abilities foster resilience, adaptability, and critical thinking—qualities that will benefit them throughout life.

By prioritizing strategic thinking, parents and teachers encourage a growth mindset, helping children view challenges as opportunities to learn rather than obstacles. Engaging children in games that require planning, like puzzles or cooperative board games, not only makes learning fun but also reinforces essential cognitive skills.

Thus, by caring about and actively enhancing strategic thinking among young learners, parents and teachers set the foundation for confident, independent, and successful individuals capable of navigating the complexities of the world.