Explore our engaging Chess Strategy Learning Extra Challenge Worksheets designed specifically for 6-year-olds! These fun and educational resources introduce young learners to essential chess strategies while enhancing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. With colorful illustrations and age-appropriate activities, kids will enjoy mastering tactics like controlling the center, developing pieces, and understanding basic checkmate patterns. Our worksheets promote concentration and creativity, making learning chess an exciting adventure! Perfect for classroom use or at-home practice, these worksheets ensure your child builds a strong foundation in chess strategy while having a great time. Start the journey to becoming a chess master 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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Learning chess strategy at a young age, particularly for six-year-olds, offers numerous benefits that parents and teachers should wholeheartedly support. First and foremost, chess fosters critical thinking skills and enhances cognitive development. Children learn to plan ahead, analyze different scenarios, and anticipate their opponent's moves, which lays the groundwork for strategic reasoning in both academic and real-world situations.

Moreover, chess promotes patience, discipline, and perseverance. Young players must take their time to think through each move, encouraging them to develop a careful and methodical approach to problem-solving. This patience can translate to improved focus and attention in other areas of learning.

Socially, chess can be a great connector, providing opportunities for collaboration and communication among peers. It encourages healthy competition and sportsmanship, as kids learn to win graciously and accept losses as part of the game.

Additionally, chess has been linked to improved math and reading skills due to its emphasis on logic and pattern recognition. Exposure to such strategy-building games equips young children with essential life skills that extend beyond the chessboard, ultimately fostering well-rounded, capable learners who can tackle challenges head-on. Thus, supporting extra challenges in chess learning is a proactive investment in a child's future.