Chess

We have been working to equip children with learning tools and life skills since 2006. The company was founded by Tyler Schwartz and Jon Sieber. They created a curriculum based on two key principles: children can learn anything through fun stories and anyone can teach through fun storytelling. Tyler, a master of chess, began by teaching chess in the traditional style to everyone from beginners to experts, from adolescents to the elderly. But it wasn't until he was asked to teach at a school of 3- to 5-year-olds (an age traditionally thought too young to comprehend chess) that he discovered the power of stories. He accepted the challenge but quickly realized his traditional methods of teaching didn't work with such a young age group. Tyler tried to find an existing curriculum that catered to this demographic, but the only resources available were for ages 8+. Necessity is the mother of invention, and so he began to craft his own curriculum. Tyler created stories to explain why the pieces move the way they do. The kids loved it. They were genuinely connecting with the characters and the world Tyler described and, in turn, they were learning and benefitting from chess at a younger age than ever before. Jon eventually started teaching as well, he brought his extensive knowledge of storytelling and love of working with children. Together Tyler and Jon crafted stories and consulted some of the greatest educational minds to create a company for tutors to come to the home or to the school. Our tutors are of the highest caliber. Each one creative storytellers, excellent chess players and wonderful with children. We break the mold when it comes to our chess tutors. Our goal is for each tutor to bring the game of chess to life and to make it fun. We want each child to be cherished on their journey through such a difficult game while at the same time instilling in their students grit and determination