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This topic has 8 replies, 7 voices, and was last updated 12 years, 7 months ago by MamaSnow.

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October 30, 2012 at 7:26 pm
MamaSnow
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My dd7 has expressed an interest in learning how to type (she likes to write emails to grandma and is lamenting that “I don’t type as fast as you do, mama”). Can anyone suggest a typing program that would be appropriate for a 7yo? I know there are some free ones online, however, we need something that can be used apart from the internet. (So either an actual software purchase, or something that can be downloaded.)
Thanks for any ideas!
October 30, 2012 at 7:38 pm
houseofchaos
Participant
Typing Instructor Deluxe (not kids version, I believe the regular version is better)
October 30, 2012 at 8:06 pm
Corie
Participant
My dd10 just started Typing Instructor Platinum and loves it. As houseofchaos mentioned, I would do the regular version. It has no shortage of games and fun to keep them motivated.
October 30, 2012 at 9:56 pm
thepinkballerina
Participant
Mavis Beacon 18. My 9 yr old dd was using it starting this fall and 7 yr old dd begged to use it. They both are at intermediate level!
October 30, 2012 at 11:05 pm
HollyS
Participant
We’re also using Mavis Beacon 18…I like that DH and I can use it as well.
October 31, 2012 at 1:45 am
cedargirl
Participant
my 6&9 yo’s learned to type with Talking Fingers: Read, Write & Type. They asked to do it first everyday. I could set the level higher for the older, bonus reading practice with it. I ordered the software but it can be done online too. Totally fun.
October 31, 2012 at 1:55 am
Rebekahy
Participant
You can’t beat the price of Typing Instructor – I think we have the platinum version – super cheap – you can even download it if you don’t want to wait for the CD to arrive. My 6 and 8 year olds use it with no problem.
We’ve done the trial version of Read Write Type and really enjoyed that too.
October 31, 2012 at 2:55 am
Corie
Participant
Typing Instructor Plat. allows for multiple users, as well. Just thought that would be some additional useful info. 🙂
October 31, 2012 at 5:13 am
MamaSnow
Participant
Thanks all. I’ll check these out!