Kid Chess App

  • Learn and Play Chess with the Kid Chess App

    Kid Chess has been teaching children to play chess for more than 25 years through clubs, camps, and tournaments. The Kid Chess App brings that same trusted instruction home with beginner-friendly lessons, videos, puzzles, activities, and character opponents. Designed for first-time learners and developing players, children can learn the fundamentals, practice existing skills, and play chess online in a desktop browser or on an iPhone, iPad, or Android device.

    Play Now On Web    Download on the App Store    Get It On Google Play

    Play Online or Download the Kid Chess App

    Start playing in your desktop web browser, or download the Kid Chess App for iPhone, iPad, or Android to learn and play on the go.


  • Chess can help children strengthen critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills while having fun.
    Regular practice helps young players build confidence and enjoy the game even more. The Kid Chess App makes it easy to practice at home with lessons, puzzles, activities, and character opponents.

  • The Kid Chess App Includes

    • Learn the rules of chess through guided lessons, practice, and play
    • Watch engaging instructional videos featuring fun characters
    • Solve puzzles, complete activity drills, and play against character opponents
    • Earn XP, Gems, and Badges while climbing the Leaderboards
    • Customize boards, pieces, sounds, and more with Bling

    Connect with Your Kid Chess Club

    • Join your school team and earn Gems and XP
    • Compete with classmates to earn the most Badges
    • Receive free Premium access as a Kid Chess Club student

    Try It Free or Unlock Premium Access

    • Try the Kid Chess App free with access to:
      • Beginner lessons covering the rules of chess
      • Puzzles and evaluation activities
      • Games against character opponents
    • Upgrade to Premium for $4.99 per month
    • No ads
    • No additional in-app purchases