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1. KIDS CAN LEARN CHESS
AT SUMMER CAMP!

2. Summer camp is often
thought of as a place where
kids conquer physical
challenges such as hiking up
mountains and learning to
water ski.

3. Yet, quality camps now offer a
wide range of programs
designed to provide a
balanced experience that
stimulates every aspect of a
child’s development.

4. Today, chess is increasing
in popularity among kids of
all ages and summer camp
is the perfect place for them
to develop their skills.

5. UNDERSTANDING
CHESS FOR KIDS

6. The game of chess has
ancient roots. The first
games can be traced back
more than 1500 years ago
when it is believed …

7. … that royal families used the
game to help their children
understand tactical strategies
on the battlefield.

8. Since then, the game has been
used by educators, coaches
and parents to encourage the
higher level thinking skills kids
need to succeed in all aspects
of their life.

9. Today, chess for kids is taught
using a variety of strategies that
include group and individual
instruction, friendly competitions
and club-style atmospheres …

10. … that foster a sense of
camaraderie as they build
confidence to take risks that
develop their playing styles.

11. BENEFITS OF CHESS FOR
ACADEMIC TUTORING

12. Many of the skills taught in
chess lessons transfer easily to
an academic setting.

13. For example, learning to
decode and analyze changing
situations is a fundamental
skill necessary for reading
and language development.

14. Between the ages of seven
and fourteen, children
experience a spike in their
“if-then” thinking skills that is
enhanced as they learn to
develop chess strategies.

15. Since this critical problem-
solving skill is necessary for
a child to successfully
complete homework
assignments and tests …

16. … it makes sense that kids
who play chess tend to score
higher on standardized tests.

17. OPPORTUNITIES FOR
SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

18. Chess is one game with the
unique ability to bring together
people of all ages and from a
variety of different backgrounds.

19. At camp, family nights provide a
way for kids to bond with their
parents and siblings while
meeting others who share a
love for chess.

20. During chess lessons, kids
also develop problem-
solving and leadership skills
that will enhance their
athletic performance and
social relationships.

21. When a child plays chess, they
must also learn self-restraint
and impulse control as they
carefully plan each move.

22. This opportunity to practice
patience also results in better
behavioral management in the
classroom and at home.

23. In a summer camp chess
program, experienced players are
often paired with beginners.

24. This allows kids with experience
to reinforce their skills while those
who are learning benefit from the
knowledge of their peers.

25. The intense focus required for
chess rivals that of traditional
outdoor sports, and the game
offers valuable lessons for kids at
all levels of intellectual and
athletic abilities.

26. For this reason, you will find
chess programs included as an
enhancement to summer camp
programs that offer a unique
opportunity for kids to challenge
their reasoning skills.

27. From learning self-control to
developing leadership skills,
participating in chess lessons …

28. … and competitions allows
every child the chance to reach
their full potential in a safe,
supportive environment.

29. Family Chess Nights at
Maplewood Country Day Camp
are great opportunity for
parents and children to come
together for good old fashion
family time - with a twist!

30. Families will learn and play
together in a relaxed
atmosphere with
professional instructors.

31. Plus pizza will be served! Visit this page for more details:
http://maplewoodyearround.com/about/news/family-chess-nights/

32. MAPLEWOOD COUNTRY DAY CAMP
AND ENRICHMENT CENTER
150 Foundry St. (Route 106)
PO Box 88 (Mailing)
South Easton, MA 02375
Email: info@maplewoodyearround.com
Telephone: (508) 238-2387
FAX: (508) 238-1154