10 Ways to Succeed in Chess Series for Kids

10 Ways to Succeed in Chess Series
3 Volume Set

First published in 2001, this  3 Volume Set is designed for young players. Each book in the series uses clear language and lots of diagrams to help the reader, with cartoons that brighten the mix.

Ten Ways to Succeed in the Opening
Have you ever looked at the start position of a chess game and wondered what on earth to do? Or do you get bored playing the same moves game after game?

This book has been written for young players who would like to play the opening better. As well as explaining the key principles, it also introduces a couple of exciting opening for juniors to play.

Ten Ways to Succeed in the Middlegame
This book tells you about the heart of chess - the middlegame - in a format designed for young players. It uses a large clear type and is illustrated throughout with many chess diagrams and cartoons.

You will learn how to think about your positions, how to spot tactics and work out combinations of moves, and how to make a plan for all your pieces.

Ten Ways to Succeed in the Endgame
This book will teach young players how to play the endgame better.

You will learn how to make the most of the few pieces left and how to get an extra Queen. You will need to practice the basic checkmates, and this book shows you how.

Author Tim Onions is a British primary school teacher and manager of the Devon U-11 Chess Team. He has over 10 years experience of working with juniors and regularly organizes junior chess tournaments and residential events.

Author Dave Regis is a researcher in health and education who plays chess for Exeter and Devon in the UK. He runs coaching for Exeter Chess Club and Exeter Junior Chess Club. He once came last in his class at Art; the cartoons inside are all his fault.