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Ashley, Maurice

Summary: Discover why the world's first Black Grandmaster Maurice Ashley thinks that chess is one of the best skills in life. Follow him on a journey from the Bronx to a world stage where he has taught thousands of young people the life philosophies of the game.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Magic Cat Publishing 2024

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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 794.1 ASH

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Summary: The set can help teach beginners or novices the different chess moves. It unique notation system will enhance enjoyment, too.

Format: three dimensional object

Publisher / Publication Date: Spin Master Ltd 2021

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Janowitz, Jessie

Summary: A heartwarming contemporary middle-grade from the author of The Doughnut Fix: As twelve-year-old chess prodigy Milo Bloom grapples with the anxiety that's ruining his game, the last thing he needs is for a brand-new half sister to show up at his door Twelve-year old chess prodigy Milo Bloom has lost the zone, that magical place his mind goesor used to gowhen he plays chess. When he plays now,...

Format: sound recording-nonmusical

Publisher / Publication Date: 2024

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Summary: Learn chess from an international master and renowned teacher in these intensively illustrated, easy-to-understand lessons for players at all levels. Jeremy Silman is an International Master and a world-class chess teacher, writer, and player who has won the U.S. Open, The National Open, and the American Open.

Format: moving image

Publisher / Publication Date: 2015

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 794.1 HOW

Summary: Classic Strategy Games Set: A magical games line inspired by the oldest toy store in the United States. Every piece has been specially designed with the FAO Schwarz seal of approval and an elegant touch of the FAO Schwarz brand. With this beautiful wood game collection, you can enjoy three classic games in one convenient package. Includes Chess; the king of all board game, Checkers; a simple...

Format: three dimensional object

Publisher / Publication Date: Spin Master 2020

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Janowitz, Jessie

Summary: A heartwarming contemporary middle-grade from the author of The Doughnut Fix: As twelve-year-old chess prodigy Milo Bloom grapples with the anxiety that's ruining his game, the last thing he needs is for a brand-new half sister to show up at his door. Twelve-year old chess prodigy Milo Bloom has lost the zone, that magical place his mind goes--or used to go when he plays chess. When he plays...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Sourcebooks Young Readers 2024

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1 available in Juvenile Fiction, Call number: J FIC JAN

Capablanca, José Raúl.

Summary: Jose Capablanca's classic instructional manual Chess Fundamentals first appeared in 1921, the year he defeated Emanuel Lasker for the world championship title. This handbook is packed with timeless advice on different aspects of practical play and illustrated by Capablanca's own games.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Cadogan Chess 1994

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 794.1 CAP

Hazelwood, Ali

Summary: In this clever and swoonworthy YA debut from the New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis, lifes moving pieces bring rival chess players together in a match for the heart. Mallory Greenleaf is done with chess. Every move counts nowadays; after the sport led to the destruction of her family four years earlier, Mallorys focus is on her mom, her sisters, and the dead-end job that...

Format: sound recording-nonmusical

Publisher / Publication Date: 2024

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1 available in Playaway, Call number: PA FIC HAZ

Gerber, Alyson

Summary: From the author of the critically acclaimed Braced comes a story of a girl caught between her love of chess and her ADHD. Clea can't control her thoughts. She knows she has to do her homework, but she gets distracted. She knows she can't just say whatever thought comes into her head, but sometimes she can't help herself. Other kids are starting to notice. When Clea fails one too many tests, her...

Format: sound recording-nonmusical

Publisher / Publication Date: Findaway World, LLC 2022

Copies Available at Interlochen

1 available in JT Audio Books, Call number: JT PA Fiction Gerber 2022

Zhao, Kyla

Summary: "When twelve-year-old chess player May Li wins an award for being the top female player at the state championship, the boys on her team question her skills, so May makes a bet with a teammate that she can earn the board-one spot at nationals and become team captain"--

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: G.P. Putnam's Sons 2024

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Summary: Story Time Chess is a board game that teaches chess to young children using silly stories, vibrant illustrations, custom chess pieces, and a unique chess board. The stories and supporting materials communicate the rules of chess to children ages 3 and up in a way that makes learning chess simple and fun. Best of all, no chess experience is required for parents or children to learn.

Format: three dimensional object

Publisher / Publication Date: Thinking Cup Learning 2021

Copies Available at Kingsley

1 available in STEM Kits, Call number: J STEM KIT 46

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