Thinking ahead

Workbook Step 2 thinking ahead

The first thinking-ahead workbook (co-author Boris Friesen): blindfold exercises and varied tasks on the Step 2 themes.

Contents

The first of the thinking-ahead workbooks. Boris Friesen is the co-author. The workbook contains a brief explanation and otherwise only exercises. It is a four-language version, with reminders available online.

The exercise types are different and more varied than in the other workbooks. All Step 2 themes return.

Who is it for?

The book can be used after Step 2 plus or for Step 3 students who skip the extra and plus books. It is also possible to try a few exercises during Step 2 itself.

More information

In the manual (from the tenth edition) there are guidelines about:

  • Necessary prerequisites (board vision, naming squares, Step 2 level)
  • How to begin?
  • Types of exercises
  • The phases of thinking ahead
  • Example for the trainer
  • Setting up the position (the 'photo')
  • Attention to the 'film'
  • The workbook (per theme: explanation, possible mistakes, help, etc.)
  • Blind