The game of chess is one of those exciting pastimes that requires both skill and strategy. Previously, chess was considered a game reserved for scholars and intellectuals. Today chess has become popular with everyone. In particular, the game of chess for children is highly encouraged and considered a mandatory subject in many schools because of the great benefits it brings.
Today's article will introduce you to the game of chess and its benefits in helping your child practice character and many other important life skills.
The history of the intelligent chess game
Chess is said to have originated in India during the Gupta dynasty. Later, this game was introduced to the Sassanid empire and then to the Middle East after the Muslims invaded the Persian Gulf region. However, the game of chess only became really popular when it came to Europe and Russia.
The game of chess is also called international chess (English name is Chess). This game involves two players. In Vietnam, the name chess is explained because the King is the most important piece on the chessboard. If the opponent loses the King, he will lose.
Chess is considered the most famous board game in the world. This game is both entertaining and intellectual. Currently, there are many chess clubs and chess tournaments being organized. The game of chess is even recognized by the International Olympic Committee as an official competition.
The benefits of chess game for children
Chess is an intellectual chess game for children that does not pose any danger to the body. Furthermore, this game also helps children develop comprehensive intelligence and form good personalities for children.
Practice concentration
During the chess game, children must concentrate and carefully observe each move. From there, mobilize your thinking and make quick decisions to win. Therefore, playing chess helps children practice high concentration.
Keep calm
Chess is a subject that requires concentration and calm throughout the game. Therefore, playing chess will help children become calmer and make the most optimal choices.
Train your brain
Besides concentration, children need to exercise their minds to come up with strategies to win. According to scientific experts, playing chess helps both hemispheres of the brain operate flexibly to think about chess moves. This is very good in training the mind and enhancing brain activity.
Specific thinking ability
In the game of chess, when the opponent makes a move, the player has to think carefully about their next move. Playing chess regularly will help children be more patient and think harder.
Stimulates imagination
Before deciding on a move on the chessboard, children will visualize and imagine the next moves of the chess pieces. From there, the game of chess also helps children stimulate logical imagination.
Ability to evaluate situations
To "solve" difficult situations on the chessboard, children must know how to evaluate the situation and come up with the most optimal solution. This is very good for children in flexibly solving problems in daily life.
Ability to analyze situations
The game of chess also helps children learn how to analyze each specific situation. Children will analyze in their heads what the result will be if they make this move, and how to have a chance to win. The more detailed and logical the analysis will lead to the wisest decisions.
Good planning ability
When playing chess, children will be trained to analyze, evaluate and plan to win. They will set specific goals and achieve them step by step.
Promote creativity
Each game of chess changes both creates excitement and excitement while helping children have more flexible solutions. Instead of applying skills rigidly, children will have the opportunity to develop their creativity.
Practice discipline
Chess is a board game with certain rules. Complying with the "rules of the game" also helps train children's discipline.
Responsibility
Each move on the chessboard brings corresponding results. This helps children understand that to get good results they need to think carefully, analyze situations and make the best decisions. For example, if children are in a hurry and do not think carefully when playing chess, they may lose the game. Therefore, children need to take responsibility for each of their actions
Above are the benefits of the chess game that parents can refer to when considering choosing this subject for their children to play. This intellectual board game will help children form good qualities and develop intelligence. Furthermore, playing chess will also increase social interaction and relationships.
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