For all of our chess players, check out the below link where you can register online to play chess. Parents, it is easy to join – go to the sign-in area at www.lichess.org , choose your user name and password. Then click on REGISTER. After you have registered go to https://lichess.org/account/kid and enable “kid mode” to ensure child safety.
There are two beginner projects. The first project, is to make your own chess set and the second, is to play mini-games with your family.
Beginners and improvers puzzle project. Puzzles help students to develop thinking skill. This project will continue until 30 September.
Play online games. This project is for confident players. Games are fast and fun. These games are on Monday to Friday from 3pm to 4.30pm and will continue throughout the summer.There is also a fun school team championship which would suit schools who already have a chess club. Games will be played online during May and June. You will need to use this password to gain access each day: play-mfl.
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