The chess club is not the most popular among children and parents - and in vain.
What is the use of chess for the little ones?
1. The child learns to think
Chess develops memory, logic, attention, perseverance, concentration and imagination.
2. The child learns to be independent
In chess, you have to make every decision yourself and be responsible for the result yourself.
3. The child learns to play
This is an important skill, because you also need to be able to relate to failures adequately, and not turn them into the end of the world, which is typical for many kids. The child learns to analyze his mistakes and avoid them in the future.4. The child learns to think strategically and systematically
This skill will help him in all areas of life for years to come. Chess develops the ability to build logical chains, look several steps ahead. And if it seems to you that for a 4-year-old it is impossible - just interest him in chess - the result will surprise you.
5. The child develops creativity
Chess is not only strategy and analytics, it is the work of imagination and fantasy that is important here.
6. The child develops physically
Of course, chess is not a substitute for vigorous physical activity, but it trains a child's endurance in its own way. It takes a lot of effort and practice to sit through a whole party, even in mental stress. Grandmasters even have personal fitness experts to withstand hours of tournaments.
7. The child learns to interact with other people
Chess is also psychology. Ability to "read" the opponent and his next steps. This will definitely come in handy for the child in the future in communicating with people. And prudence and endurance will adorn any person.
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