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The Fun Way for Kids to Learn Chess!
2000+ Fun Chess Puzzles for Kids
Built by Chess Educators
ChessWorld turns screen time into thinking time
Simple, Transparent Pricing
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- Access to 2000+ chess puzzles
- All learning content & lessons
- Progress tracking
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Chess Guides for Parents
Answers to the questions parents ask us most: when to start, how long to practise, and how to teach chess even if you don't play.
- For parentsChess Rules for Kids: How to Play Chess, Step by Step
The rules of chess explained simply for kids and parents: board setup, how each piece moves, check, checkmate, castling, promotion, en passant and draws.
- For parentsDoes Chess Help Kids with Focus and Attention?
What research shows, why chess trains attention on every move, and how short sessions help a child who struggles to focus succeed instead of getting frustrated.
- For parentsHow Long Should a Kid Practice Chess Each Day?
Ten to thirty minutes depending on age, four times a week, with puzzles, a game and one question at the end. The numbers by age and what to do in each session.
- For parentsChess for 5-Year-Olds: Is It Too Young to Start?
Five is not too young if chess means small games, one piece at a time. Readiness signs, what to teach and skip, ten-minute sessions and a first-week plan.
Questions parents ask us
Quick answers before you start. Need help with an account or a payment? See the support FAQ
What age is ChessWorld for?
ChessWorld is made for children aged 5 to 12. Five-year-olds start with one piece at a time in short, playful lessons; older kids move on to tactics, puzzles and games against the computer.
Is 5 too young to start chess? →Do I need to know chess to help my child?
No. The lessons teach every rule step by step, and the interactive puzzles let your child practise on their own. If you want to join in, you only need to stay one step ahead.
How to teach your child chess if you don't play →Is ChessWorld free?
The app is free to download on the App Store and Google Play. The full set of lessons, the 2,000+ puzzles and progress tracking come with a Personal plan, billed monthly or yearly.
See plans and prices →Which devices does it work on?
Phones and tablets with iOS or Android, and computers. Your child's progress is saved, so they can switch devices and carry on where they left off.
How long should my child play each day?
Ten to thirty minutes, depending on age, about four times a week. Short, regular sessions work better than long ones.
How long should a kid practice chess? →Who made ChessWorld?
ChessWorld (formerly ChessMatec) was created by Grandmaster Boris Alterman, a former member of the Israeli national team, and chess educator Luba Alterman. More than 5,000 schools and kindergartens use it.
About GM Boris Alterman →Get in Touch
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