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Study after study has proven that chess playing improves critical thinking skills and academic achievement. In fact, chess is a required part of elementary curriculum in thirty countries. Former U.S. Secretary of Education Terrence Bell, known for rallying against mediocrity, even encourages parents to teach chess to their preschoolers. Whether your kids are new to chess or need encouragement to stay with it, the following sites are sure to help.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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