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Story Time Chess makes the game of chess come alive, and the rules and strategy of the game are woven through fun and engaging stories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFUN STORIES \u0026amp; CHARACTERS - Story Time Chess centers around custom chess pieces and a beautifully crafted storybook, drawn by the award winning former Disney illustrator Ryan Terry. Each chess piece has a unique story and purpose and is quirky character that becomes a part of the game. Learn about King Chomper and how he moves about his kingdom. See how Queen Bella rules her subjects and makes friends with the other characters. Children learn the concepts of chess in a fun and silly way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDUAL-SIDED \u0026amp; DUAL PURPOSED - Our custom chess pieces and chess board are also dual-sided, meaning they can also be used for regular chess or tournament play. The chess pieces are well crafted and the Story Time Chess character pieces slide in and out of the regulation chess pieces to enable quick conversion to a regulation chess set. As your child grows and learns the concepts of chess through Story Time Chess, you will be able to allow regulation play at their current level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOVER 30 MINI GAMES FOR FURTHER LEARNING - Story Time Chess includes over 30 mini games that enhance the journey as your child learns the various moves and strategies of chess, and they are all designed in a fun an engaging way. Learn how King Chomper moves the way he does, the places he can go, and the fun he can have there. 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