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Haha, at two years I don't think he's ready!

You'd be surprised what a 2 year old kid is capable of learning. So don't think he's not ready, just try it, he will be forever grateful when grown up...

Goodluck! :)

I was gonna say 2 is absolutely the best time to start. Start with a board of pawns and grow from there. Or single pieces.