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The Board

Learn how the chessboard is laid out, name every square, and set up all the pieces.

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Board Orientation

Learn the correct way to place a chessboard — light square on the right.

Square Coordinates

Every square has a unique name from a1 to h8. Learn to read the board like a map.

Setting Up the Pieces

Place all 32 pieces in their correct starting squares.

Taking Turns

Chess is a turn-based game: White moves first, then players alternate turns.