Unlock your child's potential with our Extra Challenge Chess Worksheets designed specifically for 6-year-olds! These engaging and interactive worksheets focus on essential chess strategies, providing young learners with a solid foundation in critical thinking and problem-solving. With vibrant illustrations and age-appropriate activities, children will explore important concepts such as piece movement, strategic planning, and pattern recognition. Our worksheets not only enhance chess skills but also promote cognitive development and concentration in a fun and dynamic way. Perfect for both beginners and those with some experience, these extra challenges will keep your little one excited about learning chess. Start your chess journey today!


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Special Moves: En Passant

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King and Queen Mate Strategy: Part 1 Worksheet
King and Queen Mate Strategy: Part 1 Worksheet

King and Queen Mate Strategy: Part 1 Worksheet

This worksheet will help your young chess player strategize. They’ll learn how to checkmate the opponent’s king using just a king and a queen. Descriptive sample boards will show them the strategy and then a practice board will test their knowledge. Allowing them to plan the queen’s next move to checkmate the opposing king.
King and Queen Mate Strategy: Part 1 Worksheet
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En Passant: Tricky Pawn Capture Worksheet
En Passant: Tricky Pawn Capture Worksheet

En Passant: Tricky Pawn Capture Worksheet

When a pawn moves two squares from its initial position and enters a square controlled by an enemy, the enemy can capture it as if it had moved one square. This move is called "en passant" (in passing). Ask your child which square the black pawn will land on after capturing the white pawn en passant using the provided chessboard.
En Passant: Tricky Pawn Capture Worksheet
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Two Rook Mate Strategy Worksheet
Two Rook Mate Strategy Worksheet

Two Rook Mate Strategy Worksheet

Kids who can play stress gain better reasoning, logic and critical thinking skills. This worksheet can teach kids the Two Rook Mate strategy to checkmate their opposite king. They'll discover how to close in the enemy king and protect with another rook, all the while enjoying a screen-free activity!
Two Rook Mate Strategy Worksheet
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En Passant: Writing it Down Worksheet
En Passant: Writing it Down Worksheet

En Passant: Writing it Down Worksheet

Properly documenting moves in chess is often overlooked. En passant captures require your child to note the starting and ending squares (e.g. d5xe6) with an "X" in between them. Ask your children to review the worksheet and ensure they've notated the captures correctly. (80 words)
En Passant: Writing it Down Worksheet
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Two Rook Mate Practice Worksheet
Two Rook Mate Practice Worksheet

Two Rook Mate Practice Worksheet

Chess is all about checkmating your opponent. This free Two Rook Mate practice worksheet is a fun way for your mini strategist to do just that. They can draw a line showing their move then pick the correct notation for the mate! A great way for them to practice fine motor skills, too.
Two Rook Mate Practice Worksheet
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Find Stalemate! Worksheet
Find Stalemate! Worksheet

Find Stalemate! Worksheet

Teach your kids Chess and give them more than a hobby - equip them with critical thinking, rationale and problem-solving skills! This free worksheet helps them understand stalemates by examining various sample boards. By providing visual discernment and the joy of the game, your child's logical skills will soar!
Find Stalemate! Worksheet
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Notation of Checkmate Worksheet
Notation of Checkmate Worksheet

Notation of Checkmate Worksheet

Checkmate is the thrilling, ultimate move in chess! Teach your child to make it and notate it properly with this free worksheet. They'll love being able to capture the king and it's great for brain-building too! Have them look at the sample boards and place a # sign after the checkmate move for notation.
Notation of Checkmate Worksheet
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Chess strategy learning, such as the Extra Challenge Chess program for 6-year-olds, offers numerous developmental benefits that parents and teachers should prioritize. Engaging children in chess fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills from an early age. As young players learn to anticipate their opponent's moves and devise strategies, they enhance their cognitive abilities, improving their focus and patience.

Moreover, chess promotes essential social skills such as taking turns, respecting opponents, and practicing sportsmanship. It encourages children to communicate and collaborate while navigating a game, fostering a sense of community in our increasingly digital world. Additionally, the game teaches valuable lessons about resilience and learning from mistakes when a player evaluates what strategies worked and what didn’t.

The structured yet creative nature of chess provides an excellent balance to other learning avenues, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. It enables students to engage in a fun and stimulating activity that encourages lifelong learning and self-discipline. By prioritizing programs like Extra Challenge Chess, parents and teachers invest in a foundation that not only supports academic success but also cultivates a generation of thoughtful, resilient individuals capable of tackling challenges both on and off the chessboard.