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Welcome to a fun and creative introduction to the world of chess! In this activity, we invite students to unleash their inner artists and design their own chess pieces. They can let their imaginations run wild as they create unique pieces that reflect their personality and style. From the brave knight to the clever queen, each piece will be a masterpiece in its own right.
But this activity is not just about being creative; it's also a great way to learn about the game of chess. As students bring their creations to life, they'll naturally start to think about the roles and movements of each piece, laying the foundation for future chess enthusiasts. We believe that this printable activity is a fantastic way to introduce students to the world of chess in a fun and friendly environment.
We hope that your students will have a blast designing their own chess pieces and learning about this exciting game! Let's get started!
Printable & Activity Objectives
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Age: 7 to 9 year olds, Activity Time: 1-2 hours, Items Needed: Colouring and writing pencils.
This printable creative activity helps elementary students explore the world of chess through designing and colouring their own chess pieces, fostering creativity and introductory understanding of the game's intricacies.
Builds Interest in Chess: The activity is an engaging and exciting introduction to the game of chess, inspiring students' curiosity and enthusiasm to learn more about the game.
Promotes Creativity: This activity confidently fosters creativity and self-expression by allowing students to design and color their own unique chess pieces.
Enhances Understanding: Engaging with the chess pieces physically is an effective method for students to develop a deep and confident understanding of the unique roles and movements of each piece on the chessboard.
Let's get creative!
Classroom Resources
Simple steps to start:
Research and find out more the history of the chess and the different pieces. Here's a fascinating historical introduction to the ancient game:
Here's an instructional video about how to move the different chess pieces:
Learn about why artisanal wooden championship chess sets are so expensive. Marvel at the skilled craftsmanship of these chess set carvers and the different features of the chess pieces:
Let's started on the printable worksheets!
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What's in the Printable Worksheet Pack
This printable activity pack consists of 4 creative printable worksheets. Here's what it consists of:
2 x Printable Chess Piece Design sheets
1 x Printable Chess Board sheet
1 x Printable Chess Board Pieces Cut-Out sheet
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