WHY CHESS? | mpiowachess

WHY PLAY CHESS?

BRAIN POWER

Chess can help develop analytical thinking skills, as one must analyze the current situation in order to prepare for future moves.

LIFE LESSONS

Chess can be considered to be like life itself. In chess, the player is in charge of his or her actions and held to account for their decisions. Being successful in chess, like in life, is about making small steps to accomplish larger goals.

ENGAGE IN COMPETITION

Chess engages students within various degrees of competition. Whether playing for casual sake or for awards in tournaments, chess allows students to compete with one another in a dual of minds.