OT: DS needs help with Keyboarding - The DIS Discussion Forums

4forMe · 11-10-2009, 12:11 PM

DS8 is struggling with keyboarding in school.

Would anyone have any recommendations for keyboarding programs he can practice at home? I would appreciate any suggestions.

Thanks.

woodkins · 11-10-2009, 12:49 PM

When I was an elementary school computer teacher we used Mavis Beacon software to teach keyboarding. It is a game based instruction. Our local library lends out the CD-ROM so you can always see if yours has it so he can try it out.

disney_family_1247 · 11-10-2009, 12:59 PM

Does keyboarding mean typing? If so, this free, online program is wonderful. My nine year old used it to learn how to type: http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/typing/

worm761 · 11-10-2009, 03:40 PM

How old is your son? Does he like Spongebob? If so, I have a Spongebob typing program somewhere around here that DS doesn't use anymore. I would be willing to send it to you.

tricia · 11-10-2009, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by disney_family_1247

Does keyboarding mean typing? If so, this free, online program is wonderful. My nine year old used it to learn how to type: http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/typing/

Thanks, that site is really helpfull. I am going to see if my DS will try it tonight.

4forMe · 11-11-2009, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by disney_family_1247

Does keyboarding mean typing? If so, this free, online program is wonderful. My nine year old used it to learn how to type: http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/typing/

This link is not working for me for some reason. I'll have to try it later on Internet Explorer rather than AOL.

Thanks for all the suggestions. I friend of mine has the Mavis Beacon software and is going to lend it to me. I will try that out first.

Thanks again.

mom2girlsx3 · 11-11-2009, 12:07 PM

This may not be exactly what you're looking for, but a fun way to work on keyboarding skills.... The Webkinz website has a game called "Lunch Letters" that's fun to play.

4forMe · 11-11-2009, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by mom2girlsx3

This may not be exactly what you're looking for, but a fun way to work on keyboarding skills.... The Webkinz website has a game called "Lunch Letters" that's fun to play.

Thanks for the suggestion - DS loves playing on the Webkinz website!

Mickeypooh99 · 11-11-2009, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by disney_family_1247

Does keyboarding mean typing? If so, this free, online program is wonderful. My nine year old used it to learn how to type: http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/typing/

I have been looking for something to help my boys learn to type. I had my oldest try this website, and he loved it!

Our school doesn't teach keyboarding until 6th grade. I think they should start much sooner.

Lovin' Disney · 11-12-2009, 12:48 PM

Lunch letters on webkinz is definitely fun. Even I like playing it. Otherwise on Facebook (he could use an adult's account or make his own), there is a fun game called Typing Maniac.

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worm761 I speak just to hear my own voice I about died laughing when i heard that!!! Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: 456.26 miles from the world! Posts: 3,611	How old is your son? Does he like Spongebob? If so, I have a Spongebob typing program somewhere around here that DS doesn't use anymore. I would be willing to send it to you. __________________

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