Printable checkers and chess
A 64-square board that works for checkers and for chess, plus a sheet with the 24 checkers pieces to cut out.
Preview of the printable sheet: Checkers and chess
In the print window, set the paper to A4 or Letter and the scale to 100%.
- 2 sheets of paper (thicker paper works best)
- Safety scissors
- Optional: 24 bottle caps in two colors instead of the paper pieces
How do I print a checkers board with pieces?
This page has two printable sheets in black and white: a 64-square board that works for checkers and for chess, and 24 checkers pieces to cut out, 12 light and 12 dark. Each player sets 12 pieces on the dark squares of the three rows closest to them. The page also covers the basic rules.
How to set up
- Print both sheets at 100% scale (or Fit to page on Letter paper).
- Cut out the 24 pieces along the dashed line: 12 light and 12 dark.
- Place the board so each player has a dark square in the bottom-left corner.
- Each player sets their 12 pieces on the dark squares of the three rows closest to them.
Rules (Brazilian and international style)
- Pieces move one square diagonally, always forward, and only on dark squares.
- Capturing is mandatory: a piece jumps over a neighboring enemy piece and lands on the empty square right behind it. Regular pieces capture forward and backward.
- If more than one capture is possible, you must take the one that captures the most pieces.
- A piece that reaches the last row becomes a king. A king moves and captures any number of squares diagonally.
- You win by capturing all enemy pieces or leaving your opponent with no move.
Frequently asked questions
Does the board work for chess?
Yes. Checkers and chess use the same 64-square board. For chess you will need chess pieces.
What paper should I use?
Regular paper works. Thicker paper, such as card stock, makes the board and pieces sturdier.
Can I play checkers without printing?
Yes. The site has checkers you can play right in the browser, with a friend or against the computer.
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