Introducing our "Strategic Thinking Development Extra Challenge Worksheets for 7-Year-Olds"! Designed to enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills, these engaging worksheets present exciting challenges that encourage young learners to think strategically. Your child will have fun navigating puzzles, playing games, and solving brain teasers that foster essential cognitive skills and creativity. Suitable for home or classroom use, these worksheets aim to support children in developing logical reasoning and analytical abilities in a playful manner. Give your child the tools they need to become a thoughtful problem-solver while enjoying the learning process. Visit us to download and start the adventure today!


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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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Parents and teachers play a crucial role in nurturing strategic thinking skills in 7-year-olds, as these abilities are foundational for future academic and life success. Strategic thinking involves the capacity to analyze situations, anticipate possible outcomes, and make informed decisions. By fostering these skills at an early age, children learn to approach problems systematically and creatively, which enhances their cognitive flexibility.

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Education systems increasingly emphasize skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation. Therefore, parents and teachers should prioritize activities that promote these abilities, ensuring children are well-prepared for later academic demands and real-world situations. Ultimately, investing in strategic thinking now can help shape a generation of empowered, thoughtful, and effective problem-solvers.