Chess is a game that is a ton of fun and can be played by people of all ages! No matter what age you are, it’s always a good time to learn to play, because of the many benefits to playing.

In this guide, you will learn how to create a talking chess game. Your project will be connected to a Makey Makey to allow it to be interactive for players to use to remind them which Chess piece can perform what actions.

Supplies

Makey Makey

Chess Game

Printer

Copper Tape (can substitute aluminum foil, or pencil *6b pencil works best)

Aluminum foil

Tape

Computer

Programs: Scratch

Step 1: Coding a Scratch Script

Go to the Scratch Website.

If you are not signed up, click on Join Scratch. Create a username and password.
If you are already signed up, click on Sign In.

2. Click on Create to code a new Scratch script.

Click here to visit the code at Scratch.com

Step 2: Prepare the Chess Piece Sheet

Print out the Chess sheet. Click here to print

Add a strip of copper tape leading to each of the six pieces used in a Chess game. If you don't have copper tape, you can use aluminum foil or a 6b pencil.

Step 3: Create a Foil Bracelet

Makey Makey works when you complete a circuit, so using a foil bracelet is one way you can do this.

Tear off a 6-8" long sheet of aluminum foil. Fold it in approximately one inch folds. Wrap it around your wrist and then tape it closed. It should be close to your skin so that it’s comfortable, but somewhat tight. An alligator clip should be able to fit between the foil and your skin, but needs to touch your skin.