Children learn best by playing.

Chess is a creative, entertaining and complex game, developing pattern recognition and logical thinking. It is also an ancient game, played for more than 2000 years.

In this booklet you will find 250 fun and creative exercises, games, engaging rhymes and playful drawings. Great for parents, grandparents, teachers, and anyone who wants to enjoy playing chess together with toddlers and beginners. Start playing chess, and enjoy it for a lifetime!

“I started to play chess when I was 5 years old, and I have been playing ever since. It has been a great pleasure for me to work on this book together with my sister Sofia. I tried out each exercise with students and my own children, Hanna and Oliver. Now I'm happy to share them with children all over the world!”

Judit Polgar

Welcome to the Chess Playground!