Is there such a thing as a good website for children to learn to play chess?

[MaryMotherOfCheeses]

DS is 9 and knows the basic moves but I think would enjoy something which developed his ability in a very practical way. ie not reading a book which boringly shows different strategies, but more like an online game?

Any ideas?

No idea, but my DS would like this too.

Don't know of a website, but Fritz and Chester is very good for the PC. Aimed at complete beginners, but still engages my 9 year old who has been playing for a while now. When playing a real game of chess he often mentions techniques that he learned from Fritz and Chester. I see that a couple of other volumes are now available that are aimed at more experienced players.

That looks good.

Bumping for more (and hopefully free )

have you looked at chesskids.com? It has all the moves and on-line games. I run a chess club in school and it the main one that I use as it is on all different levels, with clear explanations.