Learn to Type: The Kid-Friendly Way
Touch typing means typing without looking, with every finger in charge of its own keys. Here is the path TypeRockets uses.
1. Home row
Fingers rest on A S D F and J K L ;. Start Lesson 1.
2. Top row
Reach up for E, I, R, U and friends. Lesson 8.
3. Bottom row
Curl down for V, M, C and more. Lesson 15.
4. Capitals
Use the opposite Shift key. Lesson 22.
5. Numbers & symbols
The number row and punctuation. Lesson 25. Learn every keyboard symbol.
6. Speed
Words, sentences, stories and the typing test.
Why learn touch typing?
Kids who touch type write faster, think more about ideas and less about finding keys, and feel less tired. Research and teacher experience agree that starting with good habits is easier than fixing hunt-and-peck later. Read how to teach kids to type for a parent plan, and learn why F and J have bumps to find the home row without looking. New to the special keys? See what every keyboard key does.
How can a kid learn to type fast?
Learn the home row, use the correct finger for every key, keep eyes on the screen, and practice a few minutes daily. Speed follows accuracy.
Can kids learn to type for free?
Yes. TypeRockets has 60 free lessons, games and a typing test with no account needed.
How long does it take to learn to type?
With about 10 minutes a day, most kids know every letter in 4–8 weeks.