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Chess History: Hispanic and Latin American Players Who Changed the Game
Every day, the game of chess is played with gusto and brilliance by people all over the world, especially in Spanish-speaking countries and Hispanic communities here in the United States. Right now, millions of Americans are observing National Hispanic American...

Cheating and fairness: how to talk to your child
Chess is in the news this week: Recently, the reigning world champion, Magnus Carlsen, accused a competitor, Hans Niemann, of cheating during a tournament earlier this year. A few days ago, Carlsen resigned after just a single move in a highly anticipated rematch with...

September Tutor of the Month
Our tutors are the tops! Each and everyone is special in their own way and they bring their unique talents to chess education! Check out our interview with our September Tutor of the Month, Ana! Where are you from and where do you live now? I am from Brazil and now...

August Tutor of the Month
Did you know we just love our tutors? Each and everyone is special in their own way and they bring their unique talents to chess education! Check out our interview with our August Tutor of the Month Nicholas! 1. Where are you from and where do you live now?I grew up...

Chess at Three Chess Clubs: Focus on the Fun!
At Chess at Three, we teach through stories, our students learn through play, and the focus is always on FUN! Why? For one, kids are far more likely to retain and practice new skills when they genuinely enjoy the activity in question. More crucially, playing together...

Meet our July Tutor of the Month
Our Tutors are just the most joyful and fantastic teachers you can find! Each of them brings something sweet and special to their lessons with their students. Check out our interview with our July Tutor of the Month, Avery! Don't forget to sign up for lessons with one...

King of the Kitchen – Free Chess Story and Mini Game
Summer vacation was in full swing and, with the pawns on break from school, King Chomper, Queen Bella, King Shaky, and Queen Allegra decided to take their families down to the Endless Sea for a day at the beach! The pawns, bishops, and knights all had lots of toys...

June Tutor of the Month
Our tutors are the tops! Each and everyone is special in their own way and they bring their unique talents to chess education! Check out our interview with our June Tutor of the Month, EllaRose! 1. Where are you from, and where do you live now? I grew up in Gary,...

May Tutor of the Month
Our tutors are magical and marvelous! Each and everyone is special in their own way and they bring their unique talents to chess education! Check out our interview with our May Tutor of the Month, Tara Where are you from and where do you live now?Hello everyone! I...

Why We Teach Piece Point Values
Did you know that every piece on the chessboard has a point value? If you didn't, you're not alone. After all, you won't see a points tracker at most chess tournaments. But the point values assigned to each chess piece are incredibly instructive for beginners and...