Observation, Contemplation and Consequences: Checkers In the game of Checkers both sides have exactly the same pieces, the same chance and the same rules The object of the game is to take all your opponents pieces by “Jumping over them” The moves are simple and easy to learn The players will learn the following skills in this game: To plan ahead by looking for openings: Increases Thought and Focusing skills To be aware of the empty spaces on all side of your pieces: increases Observation skills To watch carefully your opponents moves: Increases Focusing and Awareness skills Being aware of your bad moves: Increases awareness of consequences