Description of Chess 101:
Everything a New Chess Player Needs to Know
In Chess 101, Everything a New Chess Player Needs to Know, author Dave Schloss sets out to make confident chess players from absolute chess beginners. This small, but powerful book covers topics such as:
- The Board, the Pieces, and How to Set Them Up
- The Value of the Pieces and How They Move
- How to Write Chess Notations
- The Three Phases of a Chess Game
- Chess Clocks
- Getting Ready to Play in Your First Chess Tournament
- Basic Rules and Etiquette
- Tips on Playing Winning Chess
- Chess Puzzles
This little gem is written for teens and adults who want to get a basic understanding of the foundation of chess. It would be a great starting point for all players of a start-up chessclub.