Start with pawn wars and silly piece races, then build up to puzzles, openings and a first tournament. You don't need to know chess yourself: you learn the moves side by side, and the day they beat you is a day worth celebrating.
Heads up: Not a replacement for a coach if your child is already rated and chasing titles.
The roadmap
Stages on the spine, skills on the branches. Tap any box for a practice idea you can do together today, plus the best videos, games and books for it.
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Yes. Stage one teaches you both the moves. Many parents end up learning alongside their child.
Not for the first stage, which is all games and short sessions. Real games usually click around 5–6.
No. Later milestones mention Chess.com ratings, but you can skip or edit any milestone.
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