My kids know chess rules. What's next?

Winning and losing is just a part of the game. There are valuable lessons that all children can learn with either result. Therefore, it is up to the parents and coaches to motivate them to learn and do the right things. Here are some of my suggestions to the parents and coaches of young players:

I am often asked what is the secret to my chess success?
Answer? Work way harder & smarter than the competition.

You can be as great as you want. Set realistic goals & give 110% to accomplish those goals. Never give up!

I have been asked thousands of questions by parents over the years. Here are just some of the more common questions.

Many more tips can be found in my best-selling chess instructional book, “A World Champion’s Guide to Chess” It is aimed for absolute beginners and novice players. It is also perfect for parents and teachers to introduce chess to young players.

Chess parenting is an important factor in children's success. There is no one size fits all. But here are some of my recommendations.