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Kids Can Learn Chess At Summer Camp

"Maplewood Country Day Camp & Enrichment Center in Easton MA is a fun and exciting place for preschool to 9th grade kids. Their mission is to create a warm, welcoming, creative environment year ëround that makes everyone feel like family. With caring counselors and specialists, children are guided as they take on new challenges in every step of the way. For further information visit: http://www.maplewoodyearround.com/<br><br>150 Foundry St. (Route 106)<br>PO Box 88 (Mailing)<br>South Easton, MA 02375<br>Email: info@maplewoodyearround.com<br>Telephone: (508) 238-2387<br>FAX: (508) 238-1154"

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Kids Can Learn Chess At Summer Camp

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  1. KIDS CAN LEARN CHESS AT SUMMER CAMP!

  2. Summer camp is often thought of as a place where kids conquer physical challenges such as hiking up mountains and learning to water ski.

  3. Yet, quality camps now offer a wide range of programs designed to provide a balanced experience that stimulates every aspect of a child’s development.

  4. Today, chess is increasing in popularity among kids of all ages and summer camp is the perfect place for them to develop their skills.

  5. UNDERSTANDING CHESS FOR KIDS

  6. The game of chess has ancient roots. The first games can be traced back more than 1500 years ago when it is believed …

  7. … that royal families used the game to help their children understand tactical strategies on the battlefield.

  8. Since then, the game has been used by educators, coaches and parents to encourage the higher level thinking skills kids need to succeed in all aspects of their life.

  9. Today, chess for kids is taught using a variety of strategies that include group and individual instruction, friendly competitions and club-style atmospheres …

  10. … that foster a sense of camaraderie as they build confidence to take risks that develop their playing styles.

  11. BENEFITS OF CHESS FOR ACADEMIC TUTORING

  12. Many of the skills taught in chess lessons transfer easily to an academic setting.

  13. For example, learning to decode and analyze changing situations is a fundamental skill necessary for reading and language development.

  14. Between the ages of seven and fourteen, children experience a spike in their “if-then” thinking skills that is enhanced as they learn to develop chess strategies.

  15. Since this critical problem- solving skill is necessary for a child to successfully complete homework assignments and tests …

  16. … it makes sense that kids who play chess tend to score higher on standardized tests.

  17. OPPORTUNITIES FOR SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

  18. Chess is one game with the unique ability to bring together people of all ages and from a variety of different backgrounds.

  19. At camp, family nights provide a way for kids to bond with their parents and siblings while meeting others who share a love for chess.

  20. During chess lessons, kids also develop problem- solving and leadership skills that will enhance their athletic performance and social relationships.

  21. When a child plays chess, they must also learn self-restraint and impulse control as they carefully plan each move.

  22. This opportunity to practice patience also results in better behavioral management in the classroom and at home.

  23. In a summer camp chess program, experienced players are often paired with beginners.

  24. This allows kids with experience to reinforce their skills while those who are learning benefit from the knowledge of their peers.

  25. The intense focus required for chess rivals that of traditional outdoor sports, and the game offers valuable lessons for kids at all levels of intellectual and athletic abilities.

  26. For this reason, you will find chess programs included as an enhancement to summer camp programs that offer a unique opportunity for kids to challenge their reasoning skills.

  27. From learning self-control to developing leadership skills, participating in chess lessons …

  28. … and competitions allows every child the chance to reach their full potential in a safe, supportive environment.

  29. Family Chess Nights at Maplewood Country Day Camp are great opportunity for parents and children to come together for good old fashion family time - with a twist!

  30. Families will learn and play together in a relaxed atmosphere with professional instructors.

  31. Plus pizza will be served! Visit this page for more details: http://maplewoodyearround.com/about/news/family-chess-nights/

  32. MAPLEWOOD COUNTRY DAY CAMP AND ENRICHMENT CENTER 150 Foundry St. (Route 106) PO Box 88 (Mailing) South Easton, MA 02375 Email: info@maplewoodyearround.com Telephone: (508) 238-2387 FAX: (508) 238-1154

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