OT: DS needs help with Keyboarding

[4forMe]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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.