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- 1001 Chess Exercises for Beginners. This book is all about puzzles and tactical patterns in chess. After solving this book you will understand different mating patterns, winning patterns, and some chess concepts.
- How to Beat Your Dad at Chess. When I first read the title of this book, I started laughing. This book is really interesting to study. In this book, the author analyzed 50 very interesting games which ended in deadly checkmate.
- Game changer by GM Matthew Sadler, WIM Natasha Regan. This book is not recommended for beginners but I included it in this article. The main reason for that is it’s a very interesting book written by Grandmaster Matthew Sadler.
- My Systems by Aron Nimzowitsch. My systems is an excellent book to improve your fundamental chess. This book is not for absolute beginners but for those who have little experience in playing chess.
- Bobby Fischer Teaches Chess» by Bobby Fischer. I would position Bobby Fischer Teaches Chess as a timeless classic; it has retained its relevance and impact, offering insights that transcend the decades since its initial publication.
- Logical Chess: Move by Move» by Irving Chernev. This book was introduced to me by a fellow chess teacher, who added that they primarily rely on the guidance of this book in the classes in their chess academy.
- Chess Fundamentals» by Jose Raul Capablanca. Chess Fundamentals by Jose Raul Capablanca holds the distinction of being one of the oldest books in this compilation of the best books for beginners.
- Amateur’s Mind» by Jeremy Silman. After learning the rules of chess, having played a couple of games, tasting the joy of victory and the pain of losing, and maybe scrolling through a few beginner books, ‘The Amateur’s Mind’ by International Master Jeremy Silman would be a perfect next stop.
- Chess 101 by Dave Schloss
- Bobby Fischer Teaches Chess by Bobby Fischer and Stuart Margulies
- Winning Chess Strategies For Kids by Jeff Coakley
- The Steps Method by Rob Brunia and Cor Van Wijgerden
- Beginning Chess by Bruce Pandolfini
- Free Bonus: ChessKid.com Curriculum
Selected by IM Daniel Rensch. Author Dave Schloss describes Chess 101as a self-contained beginner’s chess course. The book offers everything a complete beginner would need to know to play the game, from topics as basic as the board and pieces, to the structure and rules of chess tournaments. It also includes sections on how to study chess and tips ...
Selected by IM Daniel Rensch. This paperback, also recommended by IM Rensch, is one of the best-selling chess books of all time. Fischer’s beginner book focuses on teaching tactics via “programmed instruction,” which asks the student to actively answer questions on every page. Bobby Fischer Teaches Chesscrams so many tactical positions into the cou...
Selected by FM Mike Klein. Designed for children 7 to 13 years old, Winning Chess Strategyis part of a series of beginner workbooks by Jeff Coakley. The workbook starts with the rules of chess and quickly progresses to strategic ideas like opening principles and piece development. It also includes sections on tactical combinations, endgame techniqu...
Selected by CM Peter Doggers. The Steps Methodis really a full beginner’s chess course, featuring six training manuals and 20 workbooks. The course and books were developed from material by two Dutch chess teachers. The Stepshave been used primarily in Europe to teach children to play, but the course is “gaining popularity throughout the world,” ac...
Selected by Pete. National Master Bruce Pandolfini is a columnist for Chess.com and ChessKid.com, but he is also well known for his bibliography of chess books aimed at beginning and intermediate players. Beginning Chessincludes an introduction on the rules of the game before proceeding to the heart of its material, more than 300 instructional ches...
Unlike the books listed above, the ChessKid Curriculum is completely free — just downloadand start reading, or print the lessons for easy reference. Designed by IM Daniel Rensch, the curriculum includes diagrams, worksheets and mini-games to teach chess concepts through practice. The curriculum also offers advice for coaches or parents on how to mo...
- Chess Secrets I Learned From Masters by Edward Lasker (Descriptive Notation) A fascinating autobiography in which the author recounts his meetings with the legends of his time, Capablanca, Rubinstein, Alekhine and Reti, not to mention his illustrious namesake Dr. Emanuel Lasker.
- Chess Fundamentals by Jose Raul Capablanca (Descriptive Notation) Learn at the feet of the Cuban genius! You don’t have to buy the book. It’s in public domain.
- A Primer of Chess by Jose Raul Capablanca. There is some overlap between this book and its predecessor Chess Fundamentals. The writing on elements in both is essentially the same.
- The Amazing Chess Adventures of Baron Munchausen by Amatzia Avni. A series of incredible episodes from the life of a colorful hero whose moves leave you in a state of awe forever.
Jan 25, 2023 · Chess is one of the most enduringly popular games in the world, transcending language barriers and teaching valuable life skills. Chess teacher and master Andrew Green recommends books (plus a few websites) to help beginners of all ages learn the game. Interview by Tuva Kahrs, Children's Editor.
Apr 30, 2024 · Studying these basic rules and terminology, dedicated practice, and learning from chess books for beginners will help you master the game of chess. As your understanding and skills develop, you’ll be ready to dive further into openings, tactics, and endgame strategy.
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Mar 10, 2023 · “1001 Chess Exercises for Beginners” by Franco Masetti and Roberto Messa is a comprehensive training manual designed to improve the chess skills of beginners. The book is divided into four parts, each covering different aspects of the game: tactics, endgames, combinations, and openings.