Individual chapters discuss: the basic principles of the game of checkers; experts' shots and traps; how the beginner loses; standard openings; best moves; the end game; "blitzkrieg" moves; restrictions; and the standard rules of the game.

"Checkers is a classic game that's been played for many years for a reason. It's great for players of all ages--from children to senior citizens--and skill levels, and there are many alternative games to play using a checkers board. In this book, readers learn the general rules of the game as well as several strategies to begin using right away. Simple diagrams of the game board and easy-to-understand language aid in getting readers from page to play...