{"product_id":"vintage-soviet-childrens-chess-book-kids-play-chess-by-v-g-grishin","title":"Vintage Soviet Children's Chess Book | Kids Play Chess by V.G. Grishin","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"316\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eIntroduce young readers to the timeless game of chess with this charming vintage Soviet educational classic, \u003cstrong data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"223\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"221\"\u003eMalyshi Igrayut v Shakhmaty\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"250\"\u003eМалыши играют в шахматы\u003c\/em\u003e \/ \u003cem data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"270\"\u003eKids Play Chess\u003c\/em\u003e) by renowned chess educator \u003cstrong data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"315\"\u003eV.G. Grishin\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"680\"\u003eDesigned for children, parents, and teachers, this beautifully illustrated hardcover transforms the rules of chess into an engaging fairy-tale adventure. Rather than relying on dry instruction, the author introduces chess through imaginative storytelling, colorful illustrations, and carefully structured lessons that make learning both enjoyable and accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"813\"\u003eA wonderful collectible for chess enthusiasts, educators, and anyone interested in Soviet children's books and educational history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"818\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ro98zy\" data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"839\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"839\"\u003eBook Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dgct25\" data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"899\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"853\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"879\"\u003eМалыши играют в шахматы\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"898\"\u003eKids Play Chess\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yu9yhc\" data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"941\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"913\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e V.G. Grishin (В. Г. Гришин)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wbjwdd\" data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"965\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"957\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Russian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1adsaip\" data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"990\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"980\"\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hy2ki0\" data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eCountry of Publication:\u003c\/strong\u003e USSR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9mti1r\" data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003eCreated specifically for beginners, this classic guide introduces chess through a progressive learning method suitable for young children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003eThe book includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jfl744\" data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003e19 structured chess lessons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1esybni\" data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003eIntroduction to chess pieces and their movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gg0y81\" data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003eBasic chess rules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1599wv2\" data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003ePractical exercises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d3449s\" data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003eChess diagrams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mycgt8\" data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003eSimple tactical puzzles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"c1tbde\" data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003eEducational games\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16qyl0c\" data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003eGlossary of chess terms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"p6hs9m\" data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003eTeaching recommendations for parents and educators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003eEach lesson builds naturally on the previous one, making the book suitable for both home learning and classroom instruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"mst6aq\" data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1625\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1625\"\u003eIllustrations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003eOne of the highlights of this edition is its delightful full-color artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003eThe chessboard becomes a magical world where squares resemble streets and avenues, while the chess pieces come to life as friendly characters. These imaginative illustrations help children understand the game visually while maintaining their interest throughout the lessons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1a2jsal\" data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"2016\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2016\"\u003eEducational Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003eChess occupied an important place in Soviet education, where it was valued for developing logical thinking, concentration, memory, and problem-solving skills from an early age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2367\"\u003eThis book reflects that educational tradition by combining storytelling with practical instruction, creating a method that remains appealing decades after its publication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2423\"\u003eIt is an excellent addition to collections devoted to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2425\" data-end=\"2578\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ffem1z\" data-start=\"2425\" data-end=\"2451\"\u003eSoviet educational books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l9h4kk\" data-start=\"2452\" data-end=\"2467\"\u003eChess history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ekod5q\" data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2491\"\u003eChildren's literature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qzjiwq\" data-start=\"2492\" data-end=\"2529\"\u003eRussian-language learning materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wzjbyh\" data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2557\"\u003eVintage illustrated books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ptmf4u\" data-start=\"2558\" data-end=\"2578\"\u003eBoard game history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2580\" data-end=\"2583\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"7zrzpy\" data-start=\"2585\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2588\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2603\" data-end=\"2668\"\u003eThis vintage hardcover remains in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2637\" data-end=\"2667\"\u003egood collectible condition\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2670\" data-end=\"2922\"\u003eThe binding is secure, and the interior pages are clean and complete. The colorful illustrations, text, and chess diagrams remain bright and easy to read. The hardcover shows normal signs of age and shelf wear consistent with a vintage children's book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2924\" data-end=\"3001\"\u003ePlease examine all photographs carefully for the exact condition of the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3003\" data-end=\"3006\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"15y0711\" data-start=\"3008\" data-end=\"3046\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3011\" data-end=\"3046\"\u003eA Classic Introduction to Chess\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3048\" data-end=\"3398\"\u003eBlending imaginative storytelling with clear instruction, \u003cem data-start=\"3106\" data-end=\"3123\"\u003eKids Play Chess\u003c\/em\u003e remains one of the best-known Soviet introductions to the game for young readers. 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