Values of the pieces -- the quick count -- Developing the knights -- Developing the bishops -- Developing the rooks -- Developing the queen -- Learn basic openings: piece and pawn cooperation -- The five biggest mistakes kids make in the opening.
Summary
"Traditional chess opening books concentrate of the variations in different openings. Charles Hertan believes that for beginners and advanced beginners memorizing lines is not only boring but also a waste of time. Hertan's approach is different. He helps kids to develop a solid understanding of the fundamental opening principles. What are the properties of each chess piece, and how can they be mobilized effectively to work together and get a strong position on the board?" -- Page [4] of cover.