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Enhance your child's problem-solving skills with our engaging Normal Chess Worksheets designed for ages 7-9! These worksheets incorporate fun chess-related activities, allowing kids to develop critical thinking, strategy, and decision-making abilities while enjoying the game. Each activity is tailored to spark curiosity and foster creativity, making learning an enjoyable experience. By navigating various chess scenarios, children will strengthen their analytical skills and become adept at solving challenges both on and off the board. Perfect for home or classroom use, our worksheets provide valuable opportunities for young learners to build confidence in their problem-solving capabilities. Start their journey today!


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Notation of Moves Writing it Down Worksheet
Notation of Moves Writing it Down Worksheet

Notation of Moves Writing it Down Worksheet

Notating chess moves can be tricky for kids to learn. This worksheet will help them better understand it. To notate a move, write the piece's short name, start and end squares, and separate them with a "-". For instance, Bd4-d2 means a bishop moved from b4 to d2. No need to write pawns' short names.
Notation of Moves Writing it Down Worksheet
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Castling Mash–up Worksheet
Castling Mash–up Worksheet

Castling Mash–up Worksheet

Before starting the worksheet, ensure your child understands castling in chess. If not, take time to explain it. Once they have a clear grasp of the rules, help them complete the exercise. Check the board to ensure that neither king can castle.
Castling Mash–up Worksheet
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Rook Quest Worksheet
Rook Quest Worksheet

Rook Quest Worksheet

Is your child a chess whiz? Check their progress with this rook quest: get the enemy's pawn piece in just two moves. Have them draw the lines for the moves they'll make. See how quickly they master it!
Rook Quest Worksheet
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Chessboard Puzzle Worksheet
Chessboard Puzzle Worksheet

Chessboard Puzzle Worksheet

Test your child's chess prowess with this simple worksheet. They must find the missing pieces to complete the white side of an empty chessboard. The black pieces are already arranged properly on the board. Correct answers are provided so you can see how they did!
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How Pawns Move: Part II Worksheet
How Pawns Move: Part II Worksheet

How Pawns Move: Part II Worksheet

Pawns are the first to attack in chess and each player has the most pieces. They can't jump over other pieces, so if there's an obstacle, the pawn can't move. Ask your child to put an X to show all possible moves for the pawns not blocked by other pieces. (80)
How Pawns Move: Part II Worksheet
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Bishop Quest Worksheet
Bishop Quest Worksheet

Bishop Quest Worksheet

Show kids the board and ask them to identify the bishop. Then ask them to move it to the square marked 'x', drawing lines to show its path. This worksheet helps teach kids how to move the bishop on a chessboard.
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Parents and teachers should care about problem-solving skills developed through normal chess for children ages 7-9 for several compelling reasons. At this age, children are at a critical developmental stage where strategic thinking and critical analysis can significantly enhance cognitive abilities. Chess teaches young minds how to approach complex scenarios systematically, evaluating options and consequences, which mirrors real-life problem-solving.

Engaging with chess fosters patience and resilience, as children learn that losing can be a valuable part of mastering skills and developing a growth mindset. The game also enhances concentration and focus, crucial attributes for academic success. Furthermore, chess encourages social interaction, as children learn to engage with peers during play, fostering teamwork and communication.

As they analyze each move, children enhance their logical reasoning, improving their ability to think ahead and anticipate outcomes—skills that are transferable to various subjects, especially mathematics and science. By promoting chess as a tool for developing problem-solving skills, parents and teachers equip children with essential cognitive tools that will not only support their academic journey but also empower them with lifelong skills in decision-making and analytical thinking.