Checkers is widely regarded as one of the best gateway games for developing strategic thinking. Its simple rules make it accessible to children as young as 4-5 years old, while its depth provides lifelong engagement. Unlike many modern board games with complex rule sets, checkers can be taught in minutes, allowing new players to focus on strategy rather than rules from their very first game. For beginners, the mandatory capture rule is the most important concept to internalize. In many other games, capturing is optional. In checkers, if you can jump an opponent's piece, you must do so. This rule fundamentally shapes the strategy of the game because it allows experienced players to create forced capture sequences that win multiple pieces. As a beginner, simply remembering to check for captures before every move will dramatically improve your play. Our Easy AI is specifically designed as a learning tool. It makes intentional mistakes that create opportunities for beginners to practice captures and king promotion. It plays well enough to feel like a real opponent but forgivingly enough that new players can win and build confidence.