Mind It https://mindrocket.in/blog Some Good Things To Read Wed, 13 Sep 2023 14:21:17 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 214728673 Mind Rocket’s Chess Classes For Kids in Sonarpur and Narendrapur https://mindrocket.in/blog/mind-rockets-chess-classes-for-kids-in-sonarpur-and-narendrapur/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mind-rockets-chess-classes-for-kids-in-sonarpur-and-narendrapur https://mindrocket.in/blog/mind-rockets-chess-classes-for-kids-in-sonarpur-and-narendrapur/#respond Wed, 13 Sep 2023 14:13:11 +0000 https://mindrocket.in/blog/?p=283 In a world driven by technology and fast-paced changes, there’s a timeless game that continues to capture the hearts and minds of children – chess.

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In a world driven by technology and fast-paced changes, there’s a timeless game that continues to capture the hearts and minds of children – chess. Known as the “game of kings,” chess is a remarkable tool for enhancing cognitive abilities, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills in young minds. And in the picturesque locales of Sonarpur and Narendrapur, Mind Rocket brings the magic of chess to children through its chess classes.

At Mind Rocket, we believe in nurturing young talents and helping them achieve their fullest potential. Our chess classes are designed not only to teach children how to play chess but to empower them with essential life skills that extend far beyond the chessboard.

Our chess classes in Sonarpur and Narendrapur are designed to make learning chess a joyful experience for kids. Here’s what sets us apart:

  1. Experienced Instructors: Our instructors are not just chess enthusiasts; they are skilled educators (FIDE rated) who understand how to make chess enjoyable and educational for kids.
  2. Structured Curriculum: We offer a structured curriculum that caters to beginners, intermediate, and advanced players. Each class is tailored to the child’s skill level.
  3. Interactive Learning: We believe in ‘learning by doing.’ Our classes are interactive, encouraging students to play and learn simultaneously.
  4. Tournaments and Competitions: We organize regular chess tournaments and competitions to boost confidence and provide opportunities for friendly competition.
  5. Life Skills: Beyond chess moves, we instill life skills such as sportsmanship, strategic thinking, and perseverance in our students.

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At Mind Rocket, we don’t just teach chess; we inspire young minds to become strategic thinkers, problem solvers, and confident individuals. Our chess classes in Sonarpur and Narendrapur are more than just a place to learn chess; they’re where young chess champions are born.

Give your child the gift of chess and watch them thrive not only on the chessboard but in all aspects of life. Join Mind Rocket’s chess classes today and let your child’s chess journey begin!

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Do you know about the Chinese Ababcus? https://mindrocket.in/blog/do-you-know-about-the-chinese-ababcus/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=do-you-know-about-the-chinese-ababcus https://mindrocket.in/blog/do-you-know-about-the-chinese-ababcus/#respond Sat, 26 Aug 2023 08:26:01 +0000 https://mindrocket.in/blog/?p=277 The Chinese abacus, also known as the “Suanpan,” is an ancient calculating tool that has played a significant role in Chinese culture and education for

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The Chinese abacus, also known as the “Suanpan,” is an ancient calculating tool that has played a significant role in Chinese culture and education for centuries. This ingeniously designed device has enabled people to perform calculations efficiently long before the advent of modern calculators and computers. Here’s what you should know about the Chinese abacus:

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1. Ingenious Design: The Suanpan consists of a wooden frame with multiple rods or columns, each containing a set of beads. The standard Suanpan has two decks, with two beads on the upper deck and five beads on the lower deck.

2. Bead Configuration: Each rod represents a place value, with the beads on the lower deck representing single units and the beads on the upper deck representing multiples of five. The beads are moved horizontally to perform calculations.

3. Place Value System: The Suanpan uses a place value system, where each rod represents a different place value (ones, tens, hundreds, etc.). This system allows users to perform arithmetic operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

4. Efficient Multiplication and Division: One of the strengths of the Suanpan is its efficiency in multiplication and division. The configuration of the beads simplifies these operations, making it possible to perform complex calculations relatively quickly.

5. Cultural Significance: The Chinese abacus has deep cultural significance in China. It has been used for centuries by merchants, traders, scholars, and students to perform calculations and solve mathematical problems. It’s often associated with intellectual pursuits and has played a role in Chinese education.

6. Education and Mental Math: The Suanpan has been an integral part of mathematics education in China. Students are taught to use the abacus to develop strong mental math skills, which not only enhances their numerical proficiency but also fosters quick thinking and logical reasoning.

7. Modern Relevance: While modern calculators and digital tools have largely replaced traditional abacuses, the Suanpan is still taught and used in some Chinese schools as a way to preserve cultural heritage and teach mental math techniques.

8. Symbol of Tradition: The Suanpan stands as a symbol of China’s rich mathematical history and innovative thinking. It showcases the resourcefulness of ancient civilizations in developing tools that were both practical and intellectually stimulating.

In a world driven by technology, the Chinese abacus reminds us of the ingenious ways our ancestors devised to tackle complex problems. While its role has evolved over time, the Suanpan’s legacy continues to inspire admiration for the brilliance of its design and the mathematical insights it offers.

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6 reasons that make Abacus necessary for kids? https://mindrocket.in/blog/6-reasons-that-make-abacus-necessary-for-kids/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=6-reasons-that-make-abacus-necessary-for-kids https://mindrocket.in/blog/6-reasons-that-make-abacus-necessary-for-kids/#respond Wed, 16 Aug 2023 07:36:56 +0000 https://mindrocket.in/blog/?p=273 In a world driven by technology and innovation, fostering foundational solid skills in mathematics is more critical than ever. The abacus, a centuries-old tool, continues

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In a world driven by technology and innovation, fostering foundational solid skills in mathematics is more critical than ever. The abacus, a centuries-old tool, continues to hold immense significance in shaping young minds and enhancing their mathematical abilities. The practice of abacus education offers a unique and practical approach to developing essential cognitive skills in children. Here are 6 most important reasons:

1. Enhancing Mental Math Abilities:

The abacus serves as a remarkable tool for honing mental math skills in children. Through its tangible and visual nature, the abacus helps kids understand mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. As they manipulate beads on the abacus, children learn to visualize numbers, patterns, and calculations, leading to improved calculation speed and accuracy.

2. Strengthening Logical and Analytical Thinking:

Abacus education encourages children to think logically and analytically. Moving beads to perform calculations requires breaking down complex problems into smaller, manageable steps. This sequential approach promotes structured thinking, helping kids develop problem-solving skills that extend beyond mathematics into various aspects of their lives.

3. Boosting Concentration and Focus:

Using the abacus demands concentration and focus, as children need to pay attention to each bead movement and calculation step. Regular abacus practice cultivates the ability to concentrate for extended periods, a skill that is essential for academic success and overall cognitive development.

4. Fostering Creativity and Imagination:

While the abacus is a tool for mathematical learning, it also encourages creativity and imagination. Children often devise innovative strategies to solve problems efficiently, and the process of exploring different approaches fosters their creative thinking abilities.

5. Building Confidence and Self-Esteem:

As children gradually master abacus techniques and witness their progress, their confidence and self-esteem soar. The sense of accomplishment derived from solving complex calculations on their own empowers children and instills a positive attitude towards learning.

6. Preparation for Advanced Mathematical Concepts:

Abacus education lays a strong foundation for understanding advanced mathematical concepts later in a child’s academic journey. The logical thinking, numerical fluency, and problem-solving skills developed through abacus practice provide a solid base for tackling more complex mathematical topics.


The abacus is far more than a mere calculating tool; it is a vehicle for nurturing young minds and cultivating a love for mathematics. Its significance in enhancing mental math abilities, promoting logical thinking, and boosting concentration make it a valuable educational tool for children. As parents and educators seek holistic approaches to education, embracing the abacus as a fundamental part of a child’s learning journey can lead to a future enriched with mathematical prowess and cognitive excellence.

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Topic 8 (Chess Tutorial): The Knight https://mindrocket.in/blog/topic-8-chess-tutorial-the-knight/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=topic-8-chess-tutorial-the-knight https://mindrocket.in/blog/topic-8-chess-tutorial-the-knight/#respond Wed, 16 Aug 2023 07:13:10 +0000 https://mindrocket.in/blog/?p=107 The Knight moves in a direction described as an “L”. The Knight, from a starting square, moves 2 squares, up, down, left, or right, and

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The Knight moves in a direction described as an “L”. The Knight, from a starting square, moves 2 squares, up, down, left, or right, and then one square at a right angle, forming an “L” [Ref: Figure 8.1 & 8.2]. The Knight is the only piece that may jump over other pieces but only captures the piece of the square that he lands on (not the pieces he jumps over). The white Knights begin the game on b1 and g1. The black Knights begin on b8 and g8. The Knight has a piece value of 3 points (equal to the Bishop). NOTE: EVERY move the Knight makes ALWAYS changes the color of the square that it stands on.

Fun Activity:

Capture the Pawns – Knight: Set up your chess board as shown to the right and see if you can use the Knight to capture all of the pawns in the least number of moves possible.


BONUS: Wonderful! For an extra challenge, repeat the previous exercise, but this time make sure that your Knight never steps into danger. Can you find a way to accomplish this in just 18 moves? Note: This requires an understanding of topic 9.

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OUR CHATBOT, OUR TRIBUTE TO ALAN TURING https://mindrocket.in/blog/our-chatbot-our-tribute-to-alan-turing/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=our-chatbot-our-tribute-to-alan-turing https://mindrocket.in/blog/our-chatbot-our-tribute-to-alan-turing/#respond Wed, 07 Jun 2023 02:12:27 +0000 https://mindrocket.in/blog/?p=267 Alan Turing, often referred to as the “father of digital computer”, was a renowned British mathematician, logician, and computer scientist who made groundbreaking contributions to

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Alan Turing, often referred to as the “father of digital computer”, was a renowned British mathematician, logician, and computer scientist who made groundbreaking contributions to the fields of mathematics and computing. He was born on June 23, 1912, in London, England. Turing’s exceptional intelligence and logical thinking abilities were evident from a young age.
During World War II, Turing played a vital role in breaking the German Enigma code, a highly sophisticated encryption system used by the Nazis. His work significantly impacted the outcome of the war. Turing’s contributions in designing machines to decrypt Enigma messages not only saved countless lives but also paved the way for the development of electronic computers.
After the war, Turing focused on the emerging field of computer science. He proposed the idea of artificial intelligence and developed the concept of the Turing test, a method to assess a machine’s ability to exhibit human-like intelligence. His work in this area opened up new possibilities and inspired generations of researchers in the field of AI.

Tragically, this great scientist passed away on June 7, 1954, at the age of 41.

Today, Mind Rocket dedicates it’s newly created Chatbot (in house development) in the memory of this great scientiest. Please have a look and do chat with our chatbot.

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গিলি গিলি গে https://mindrocket.in/blog/gili-gili-ge/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gili-gili-ge https://mindrocket.in/blog/gili-gili-ge/#respond Thu, 23 Feb 2023 09:17:13 +0000 https://mindrocket.in/blog/?p=262 ম্যাজিক আমরা সবাই ভালিবাসি। সেই ছোটবেলা থেকে ম্যাজিকের উপর সবারই কম-বেশি টান। বড় হয়ে যাওয়ার পরও কখনও কখনও মন চায় যে, জীবনে যদি হঠাৎ কোনো

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ম্যাজিক আমরা সবাই ভালিবাসি। সেই ছোটবেলা থেকে ম্যাজিকের উপর সবারই কম-বেশি টান। বড় হয়ে যাওয়ার পরও কখনও কখনও মন চায় যে, জীবনে যদি হঠাৎ কোনো ম্যাজিক হয়ে যায় – কোন একটা সমস্যা যা খুব চিন্তায় রেখেছে – যদি ম্যাজিকের মতো সমাধান হয়ে যায়!

জাদু বলে কিছু হয়না – কিন্তু ভাবতে ভালো লাগে। বাঙালি জীবনে সেই জাদুর ছোঁয়া যার হাত ধরে – সেই P. C. Sorcar অর্থাৎ প্রতুল চন্দ্র সরকারের আজ জন্মদিন (২৩শে ফেব্রুয়ারি, ১৯১৩)। শুধু বাঙালি নয় – ভারতবর্ষ তথা বিশ্বের দরবারে এই বাঙ্গালির প্রবাদ পুরুষের আধিপত্য।

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ধনুরাসন https://mindrocket.in/blog/dhanurasana/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dhanurasana https://mindrocket.in/blog/dhanurasana/#respond Thu, 09 Feb 2023 14:18:38 +0000 https://mindrocket.in/blog/?p=256 ধনুরাসন করার সময় শরীর ধনুকের মতো আকৃতি নেয়। ধনুরাসন শরীরকে নমনীয় রাখে। এই আসনটি নিয়মিত করলে সার্ভিকাল অঞ্চল, থোরাসিক এবং লাম্বার মেরুদণ্ড সহ মেরুদণ্ডকে সঠিকভাবে

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ধনুরাসন করার সময় শরীর ধনুকের মতো আকৃতি নেয়। ধনুরাসন শরীরকে নমনীয় রাখে। এই আসনটি নিয়মিত করলে সার্ভিকাল অঞ্চল, থোরাসিক এবং লাম্বার মেরুদণ্ড সহ মেরুদণ্ডকে সঠিকভাবে প্রসারিত করতে সাহায্য করতে পারে। এটি মেরুদণ্ডের নমনীয়তা এবং স্থিতিস্থাপকতা দেয় এবং পেটের পেশীগুলিকে টোন করে। এটি স্লিপড ডিস্কের সমস্যা থেকে মুক্তি পেতে সাহায্য করতে পারে।

অসুস্থতা ও কোন রকম ব্যাথা নিয়ে ব্যায়াম করা যাবে না।

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Topic 7 (Chess Tutorial): The Queen https://mindrocket.in/blog/topic-7-chess-tutorial-the-queen/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=topic-7-chess-tutorial-the-queen https://mindrocket.in/blog/topic-7-chess-tutorial-the-queen/#respond Tue, 25 Oct 2022 19:36:54 +0000 https://mindrocket.in/blog/?p=101 The Queen is the most powerful piece in the game of chess. The Queen can move 1-7 squares in any direction, up, down, left, right,

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The Queen is the most powerful piece in the game of chess. The Queen can move 1-7 squares in any direction, up, down, left, right, or diagonal, until the Queen reaches an obstruction or captures a piece; however, the Queen cannot jump over pieces and can only capture one piece per turn [Ref: Figure 7.1 & 7.2]. The white Queen begins the game on d1 and the black Queen on d8. The Queen has a piece value of 9 points.

Fun Activity:

Capture the Pawns – Queen: Set up your chess board as shown to the right and see if you can use the Queen to capture all of the pawns in the least number of moves possible.


BONUS: Fantastic! For an extra challenge, repeat the previous exercise but this time make sure that your Queen never steps into danger. Can you find a way to accomplish this in just 8 moves? Note: This requires an understanding of topic 9.

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The 44th Chess Olympiad – This time in Chennai, India https://mindrocket.in/blog/the-44th-chess-olympiad-this-time-in-chennai-india/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-44th-chess-olympiad-this-time-in-chennai-india https://mindrocket.in/blog/the-44th-chess-olympiad-this-time-in-chennai-india/#respond Tue, 09 Aug 2022 16:13:06 +0000 https://mindrocket.in/blog/?p=245 The 44th Chess Olympiad (by FIDE) has been organized by India in Chennai. This is the first time, India has got this opportunity. A total

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The 44th Chess Olympiad (by FIDE) has been organized by India in Chennai. This is the first time, India has got this opportunity. A total of 187 countries have participated here. India has 3 teams in the open group and 3 teams in the women’s group. This is a historic record.

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Chess Olympiad is a tournament of the team event. In each team, there are 4 players playing on four boards against the opponent team’s players. 2.5 -1.5 is a minimum winning score. The maximum winning score is 4-0. The present world champion, Magnus Carlsen, is playing in this tournament on behalf of his country, Norway.

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Topic 6 (Chess Tutorial): The Bishop https://mindrocket.in/blog/topic-6-chess-tutorial-the-bishop/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=topic-6-chess-tutorial-the-bishop https://mindrocket.in/blog/topic-6-chess-tutorial-the-bishop/#respond Tue, 09 Aug 2022 15:35:05 +0000 https://mindrocket.in/blog/?p=94 The Bishop only moves diagonally. The Bishop may move 1-7 squares in any diagonal direction [Ref: Figure 6.1]. The Bishop cannot jump over pieces and

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The Bishop only moves diagonally. The Bishop may move 1-7 squares in any diagonal direction [Ref: Figure 6.1]. The Bishop cannot jump over pieces and can only capture one piece per turn [Ref: Figure 6.2]. Because the Bishop moves diagonally, it may never move to a different color other than the one it starts on. Each player has a light-squared Bishop and a dark-squared Bishop. The white Bishops begin on c1 and f1. The black Bishops begin on c8 and f8. The Bishop has a piece value of 3 points.

Fun Activity:

Capture the Pawns – Bishop: Set up your chess board as shown to the right and see if you can use the Bishop to capture all of the pawns in the least number of moves possible.


BONUS: Good job! For an extra challenge, repeat the previous exercise but this time make sure that your Bishop never steps into danger. Can you find a way to accomplish this in just 11 moves? Note: This requires an understanding
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