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Chess, explained by Thinky.

Building Strategic Thinkers — On the Board and Beyond.

Thinky plays chess with you while explaining ideas, asking questions, and helping kids build strategic and critical thinking — one move at a time.

Thinky, a friendly chess companion

Why ChessInclusive Is Different

Most chess apps help kids play more games or solve puzzles.
Thinky helps them learn how to think.

Thinky the Thinker
Explains plans and tradeoffs
Thinky the Commentator
Talks through positions live
Thinky the Grandmaster
Teaches principles, not jargon

What Does Thinky Help You Learn?

Thinky turns every position into a lesson kids can understand — and apply beyond chess.

Strategy

Planning ahead, setting goals, and adapting when things change.

Critical Thinking

Comparing options with consequences, and asking "why".

Decision-Making

Choosing under uncertainty — just like real life.

Confidence

Mistakes become lessons, not failures.

Built for Kids. Trusted by Parents.

  • Kid-friendly explanations and encouraging tone
  • Learning-first guidance — not pressure-first
  • Curiosity over fear of mistakes
  • Thinking skills that transfer beyond chess

Chess is the tool. Thinking is the goal.

Made for Schools, Too.

Thinky supports a growth mindset and helps students practice reasoning, reflection, and decision-making.

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Thinky stands on the shoulders of best-in-class tools and platforms.

Ready to Help Your Child Learn How to Think?

Join ChessInclusive and meet Thinky — a smarter, kinder way to learn chess.