i think that might be best, but dont count on me.
Talented 4 year old needs help, open for suggestions
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I’m glad that he’s getting into it at such a young age. It’s a good hobby to have for a kid.
May 1, 2021
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brettskiad wrote:
Hi,
My son is 4 years old, he'll be turning 5 at the end of May. For the last 4 months, he's been obsessed with chess. He sometimes brings his favorite pieces to his bed with him at night. I haven't pushed him into anything as I want his interest to be organic, but since he's interested, I've given him all the help I can. Not only does he know the rules but he has beaten novice adult players. He has a chess.com account, he does 30 minute to an hour of puzzles a day, he does some of the lessons, he knows some basic strategy (he loves forking people, pinning pieces etc). In the morning, he sets up his own puzzles and sets up fun checkmates on the board we play with together.
As long as he's interested, I want to give him the best training we can give him. I made an account myself, so I can be a better chess player and consequently a better teacher for him. But my skills are limited and I don't want to teach him the wrong things. There are some chess schools/clubs in my area, but they are pretty much shut down for the time being.
There are some private tutors online, but the price of these can seem high and while I do have resources, I don't know if it makes sense to pour that much money at this age.
Does anyone have any suggestions for him? Keep going down this path of practicing puzzles/doing lessons?
Thanks!
It really depends what part chess is going to take in his life as a hobby. Some children receive tennis coaching, swimming lessons, learning an instrument. All these activities are not cheap, if you have an additional chess coach, it will cost you just more. If your child is playing chess instead of these activities, you might end up not worse from a financial perspective.
I don't know how much the coaches charge, who you know. I am charging 30$/lesson (60min) and think that it is reasonable.
My kids are nearly two I'm just trying to get them to recognise the pieces but every other families kids are more advanced than mine never mind these ones are mine. Have you thought of doing a google search for chess for kids apps there are a few. I am not sure if they allow advertising for specific apps here. Still too advanced for my twins but if your kid is already playing there are two or three good options and they either don't charge very much or are free.
Get him over here and introduce him to FunMasterMike's videos and live challenges. Maybe have him start playing some other kids...
Not saying you should skimp on kids. Nor am I suggesting that a good coach isn't worth the remuneration requested. But chess kid here is discounted to around 45 dollars for a one year subscription and the fide approved Chessmatec is discounted to 15 dollars for one year both suitable for four year olds. But it's hard to find consistent reviews of what they have to offer. Still need the human touch it seems if you are there to help your kid digest the lessons neither seems to high a price for one year.
Make you son play a lot of 10 min, 15/10 min, 30 min and 45/45 min rapid and classical games.
May 1, 2021
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#9
You can buy Fritz 17 for your kid.. Don't worry if he is capable of using it. He can figure it out. He can play against Fritz in Sparring Mode. Fritz will set up tactical opportunity for your son to exploit. As your son's strength grows, Fritz will setup more difficult tactical puzzle. When your son start crushing you, he needs a tougher opponent. I volunteer to play sparring games.
chesskid.com really helps when you start new but it needs a bit money to continue. When he gets the basics, move to https://lichess.org which is completely FREE. unlimited puzzles a day. I can say that its better than wasting money in chess.com.
I am a certified FIDE trainer, but i won't suggest myself.
At this age, just let him play and enjoy the game. Preferrably normal, OTB chess, not virtual one, or against a chess program.
Chess should NOT be a lesson for him right now, because he will soon lose interest in it.
You may seek for a trainer/ training method after some 12-18 months, maybe more than that.
4 is ok for younger siblings but it is better to wait until the age of 6 has been my advice to parents.
Any specific theory or insight on why to wait till 6 DerekD
May 1, 2021
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#14
Meric_Ege_Ericek wrote:
chesskid.com really helps when you start new but it needs a bit money to continue. When he gets the basics, move to https://lecheese.org which is completely FREE. unlimited puzzles a day. I can say that its better than wasting money in chess.com.
oh no
asdfghkl123456798 wrote:
Meric_Ege_Ericek wrote:
cheesekid.com really helps when you start new but it needs a bit money to continue. When he gets the basics, move to https://lecheese.org which is completely FREE. unlimited puzzles a day. I can say that its better than wasting money in cheese.com.
oh no
Let me correct you
"he does 30 minute to an hour of puzzles a day" ++ That is good
"he does some of the lessons" ++ That is good
"I don't want to teach him the wrong things." ++ Study endgames from a 7 men table base with him, you know it is right. Also study with him grandmaster games annotated by a grandmaster.
"There are some private tutors online" waste of money
May 1, 2021
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#17
https://www.chess.com/forum/view/game-showcase/post-your-best-miniatures-here
Checkmate is the chief goal of chess, There are many quick checkmates from above link. If he cannot learn the art of checkmate against post beginners and intermediate players, he does not have the Natural Talent for chess.
RonaldJ they are just known as parents here in India.
May 1, 2021
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#19
Read chess books. The kid will probably not be able to read books, especially about chess, but you can. He should play a lot of games. The longer the better. And he should keep solving puzzles. The most important thing is to keep him interested in the game at all costs. And do hire a coach. It’s you kid’s future
Hi,
My son is 4 years old, he'll be turning 5 at the end of May. For the last 4 months, he's been obsessed with chess. He sometimes brings his favorite pieces to his bed with him at night. I haven't pushed him into anything as I want his interest to be organic, but since he's interested, I've given him all the help I can. Not only does he know the rules but he has beaten novice adult players. He has a chess.com account, he does 30 minute to an hour of puzzles a day, he does some of the lessons, he knows some basic strategy (he loves forking people, pinning pieces etc). In the morning, he sets up his own puzzles and sets up fun checkmates on the board we play with together.
As long as he's interested, I want to give him the best training we can give him. I made an account myself, so I can be a better chess player and consequently a better teacher for him. But my skills are limited and I don't want to teach him the wrong things. There are some chess schools/clubs in my area, but they are pretty much shut down for the time being.
There are some private tutors online, but the price of these can seem high and while I do have resources, I don't know if it makes sense to pour that much money at this age.
Does anyone have any suggestions for him? Keep going down this path of practicing puzzles/doing lessons?
Thanks!