This is an explanation and problem collection for practical three-move checkmate puzzles, designed to develop a solid foundational skill in solving them.

To anticipate three moves ahead, it thoroughly explains the sequence of checkmating moves categorized by patterns, helping you grasp crucial insights such as "Where should I focus?" and the joy of solving dynamic checkmates. You will then apply this knowledge to practical problems.

The book introduces ways to think about cornering the king and utilizing captured pieces, highlighting unique strategies specific to three-move checkmates, thus promising to enhance children's skills further.

In addition to 30 basic problems, it includes 69 extra problems across levels 1, 2, 3, and MAX, as well as practical problems. Mastering these will provide you with the competence to claim mastery over three-move checkmates.

Supervised by: Taichi Nakamura
Size: B6 format | Pages: 208
ISBN 978-4-262-10154-5

~ Table of Contents ~

Rules of Checkmate Puzzles / About "Notation" and "Representation"

■ Chapter 1: Let's Start Here! 30 Basic Problems
- Day 1: Challenge the 3 Basic Patterns of Three-Move Checkmate!
Line Checkmate / Eliminate Escape Routes / Lure to Dangerous Zones
- Day 2: Challenge 4 Additional Basic Patterns for More Wins!
Moving Defensive Pieces / Utilizing Captured Pieces / Promoting Major Pieces / Empty Check and Double Check

■ Chapter 2: Keep Solving! Checkmate Puzzle Drills
- Day 3: Level 1 - Top 12 Problems
- Day 4: Level 2 - Top 12 Problems
- Day 5: Level 3 - Top 13 Problems
- Day 6: Level MAX - Top 13 Problems
- Day 7: 20 Practical Problems - Can You Tackle the Tough Ones?

[Message]
Thinking through each other's three moves signifies not just conveying your desires and thoughts, but also sensing, understanding, and further developing the other person's intentions. If you can consider what the other person wants to do, it leads to becoming a more compassionate individual. (From the Introduction)