Calculation vs. Intuition: How Strong Chess Players Think
In chess, every move requires a decision. Should you calculate several moves ahead, or trust your instincts? Strong chess players use both calculation and intuition to make better decisions. Understanding […]
Rapid vs Blitz vs Classical Chess: Which Format Is Best for Kids?
Chess is not just about making the right moves. It is also about thinking carefully, managing time, and making good decisions under pressure. But did you know that chess has […]
ChessKidsNation & Hoover Public Library Chess Tournament: A Wonderful Day of Chess
What an amazing day of chess! ♟️🏆 The ChessKidsNation & Hoover Public Library Chess Tournament brought together 60 young chess players for a day filled with exciting games, focus, determination, […]
11-Year-Old Bodhana Sivanandan Makes Chess History
Chess continues to inspire the world, and 11-year-old Bodhana Sivanandan is showing just how far young players can go. The young British chess player has made history by becoming the […]
Chess.com vs Lichess for Kids: Which Platform Is Better? (Quick Guide)
Trying to decide between Chess.com vs Lichess for kids? Both are excellent platforms for children to play and learn chess — but they differ in price, safety features, and teaching […]
Chess Vocabulary Every Beginner Should Know (2026 Beginner Guide)
Learn the most important chess vocabulary every beginner should know. Simple and easy chess terms for kids, parents, and new players starting their chess journey with ChessKidsNation. Chess has its […]
Chess Rating Explained: Lichess vs Chess.com vs FIDE (2026 Guide)
If you’re new to competitive chess, one of the biggest questions is: Why is my Lichess rating different from my Chess.com or FIDE rating? The answer is simple—each platform uses […]
Praggnanandhaa Becomes India’s No. 1 Chess Player: What Young Chess Players Can Learn From His Success
R Praggnanandhaa has reached another major milestone in his chess career. In the September 2026 FIDE rating list, the 21-year-old Indian Grandmaster climbed to World No. 8 and became India’s […]
🧩 How Many Chess Puzzles Should a Child Solve Every Day?
Chess puzzles are one of the best ways for children to improve their tactics, calculation, pattern recognition, and decision-making skills. But a common question parents ask is: How many chess […]
A Heartfelt Thank You from ChessKidsNation: Celebrating the 2026 Trussville Public Library Chess Tournament
67 Players, 6 Sections, and One Incredible Day of Chess On Saturday, August 15, 2026, the chess community came together for a fantastic day of competition, learning, sportsmanship, and friendship […]
