Game of chess teaches kids problem-solving, patience and creativity skills
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Mark Kurtzman, a life master certified by the United States Chess Federation and a longtime chess instructor, shared his passion for the game on "Fox & Friends Weekend" — and what kids can learn.
Problem-solving skills, patience, creativity and consequences for one's actions are some of the many benefits of learning to play chess. "Students enjoy themselves while learning to become mature and well-respected chess players." Maureen Mackey is managing editor of lifestyle for Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent on Twitter at @maurmack.
He added that when he was growing up, there weren't many programs and offerings for kids as there are now in so many communities across the country.
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