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Junior Chess: Using Chess As A Tool To Teach Thinking

Feb 15, 20203 min read

Junior Chess: Using Chess As A Tool To Teach Thinking

Chess training can help develop your child's logical thinking. The benefits of playing chess extend beyond the board. Find out how Mindful C

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Mindful Chess Challenge: Should Chess Competitions Be Divided Into Boys and Girls?

Abigail Prendergast

Jan 25, 20204 min read

Mindful Chess Challenge: Should Chess Competitions Be Divided Into Boys and Girls?

Modern neuroscience continues to diminish the supposed differences between male and female brains, so why are tournaments too often divided

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How Playing Chess Can Benefit Other Areas of Your Child's Studies

Abigail Prendergast

Dec 8, 20194 min read

How Playing Chess Can Benefit Other Areas of Your Child's Studies

Mindful Chess lessons focus on enhancing concentration and general chess skills. All the while children are engaged with their learning and

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The Undeniable Benefits of Teaching Kids to Play Chess

Abigail Prendergast

Sep 22, 20193 min read

The Undeniable Benefits of Teaching Kids to Play Chess

The countless benefits of enrolling your child into chess club and what skills we teach at Mindful Chess

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How to Practice Chess with Your Children At Home

Abigail Prendergast

Jul 4, 20194 min read

How to Practice Chess with Your Children At Home

If you were taught how to play chess by your parents, you may recall that magical day when you beat your mum or dad for the first time....

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A Beginner's Guide To Mindfulness In The Classroom

Abigail Prendergast

Jun 18, 20193 min read

A Beginner's Guide To Mindfulness In The Classroom

Mindful Chess was created out of a passion for the game, but also out of a desire to hone concentration and focus in the busy lives of...

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Abigail Prendergast

Jun 11, 20193 min read

Using Technology In The Classroom

Mindful Chess teachers are committed to keeping our lessons as stimulating and enjoyable as possible. Many of our teachers have found...

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Welcome to the Mindful Chess blog. We use this page to share our original chess content. Once a month, we share useful information about how to further you or your child's chess learning. We also talk about how chess is connected to mindfulness and share tips on how to maximise focus at home or in the classroom. The rest of the time, we share interesting chess facts and chess news.