Chess

Famous Things

Int
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

In this lesson, students read a brief history of the game of chess. They review vocabulary, answer comprehension questions, and discuss the importance of hobbies and pastimes.

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Focus

topic-based
academic
4-skills
innovation & technology
recreation
history
interpretive

Vocabulary

checkered
opponent
master
pastime
evolve
trade route
tournament
globe
generation
competitive
A spinning paper plane
A spinning paper plane