Imagine a classroom where the loudest sound is the hum of deep concentration. Here, seven-year-olds aren't just memorizing facts; they are calculating possibilities, weighing risks, and mastering the "ability to act in mind." This isn't a dream—it is a proven pedagogical framework that could revolutionize the Malaysian school system. To the Parents: Developing Your Child’s "Mental Muscle" As parents, we often search for ways to give our children a competitive edge in an increasingly complex world. While many see chess as a mere hobby, the Chess in Education (CIE) framework reveals it as a powerful tool for cognitive development. The most effective time to start is during the "sensitive period" (ages 5-6) , when children are uniquely receptive to developing their internal plan of action. By moving through structured stages—from physical moves on a board to performing complex calculations entirely "in mind"—children develop transversal ski...
“Only the player with the initiative has the right to attack”(Wilhelm Steinitz)