It's the set designed for kids as they embark on the game of Chess.  This version is presented with a custom-designed chess board and full set of chess pieces, the kids' book of chess and chess set introduces kids to the game that's inspired passion and challenge for over 900 years. Fantasy art captures the energy and excitement of chess's origins-the medieval battlefield-while a direct, lively text explains the game and its pieces in light of history. Readers are led through the fundamentals of beginning, middle, and end game, and shown winning strategies for offense and defense.

Compact, lightweight and perfect to take to the kitchen table after dinner or in one's carryon for on the go play/mastery.

Read & approved for accuracy by the U.S. Chess Federation.

• Approximate Size: box (with book and folded board) 11.5" x 7"
• Approximate Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Solo Play or Play with Sibling, Friend and/or Adult
• Works BEST with: Three Cheers or Room it Up lap Desks, use at destination, home, or rainy day
• Recommended for: ages 8 and up

WHAT WE REALLY LIKE ABOUT THIS PRODUCT:  a true introduction for the youngest of new players

THINGS TO NOTE ABOUT THIS PRODUCT: small parts (even though attached) so not recommended for those under 3

COOL FACT(S) ABOUT THIS PRODUCT: the 'how the pieces' move key on the board

TRAVEL TIP/OTHER TIDBIT ABOUT THIS PRODUCT: Put parts in reclosable bag for transport

TRAY RECOMMENDATION:  NO tray necessary

RECOMMENDED MODES OF TRAVEL: any mode of travel