Chess is a great game for kids of all ages to learn — it teaches patience, strategy skills, critical thinking and good sportsmanship. Here is a fun coloring page of our almost famous pups playing a game of chess.

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For a set of chess instructions and basic chess strategies that kids can understand, check out Family Games Treasure House.

More ideas for getting kids started playing chess and some unique chess sets:

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