Author : Tanya Jones
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781857443400
Total Pages : 174 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (434 download)
Book Synopsis Survival Guide for Chess Parents by : Tanya Jones
Download or read book Survival Guide for Chess Parents written by Tanya Jones and published by . This book was released on 2004-02-01 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you have a child who is interested in chess, but you're not sure how to help? In Survival Guide for Chess Parents, Tanya Jones concentrates on the numerous aspects of being a 'chess parent' and answers the many questions facing those with chess-playing children. There's certainly more to this than meets the eye. Problems are as diverse as 'How can I help in the very early stages?', 'How do I find suitable clubs and tournaments?', 'Should I watch when he or she is playing?' and 'How do I find a good chess coach?' Jones also tackles aspects such as chess and education, plus the ever-increasing role of computers and the Internet. Whether your child is just starting out in the game or is a budding prodigy, this book is essential reading. This is a complete guide for the chess parent and explains the intricacies of tournament rules while tackling the subjects of rating and grades.