Kids Learn to Type with this Keyboard
March 8, 2009 by MommySite Mom
Filed under Computer Lab, Education, Homeschool, Product Reviews
If you’ve read this blog before, you know I used to be an elementary school computer teacher for first through sixth grade. One of the skills I insisted that my students learn is touch typing. They didn’t have to master it, but they did have to try. The earlier a child learns to touch-type, the [...]
Free Software Compatible with Microsoft Office
February 27, 2009 by MommySite
Filed under Computer Lab, Education, Freebies, Homeschool, Technology
Office software too expensive? Try this instead.
If you’ve recently purchased a computer, or if you find yourself trying to work from home or teach your child computer skills but the cost of business software is out of your family’s reach, you no longer have to worry. There’s a free, open source business software suite that [...]
Free Typing Games at Dance Mat Typing
February 9, 2009 by MommySite
Filed under Computer Lab, Education, Homeschool, Technology, Typing Skills, Websites for Kids
Typing is an essential skill for today’s kids. Touch-typing, or being able to type without looking at the keys, will help them complete their reports and assignments faster because, with enough practice, their hands can move at the same speed as their thoughts. Otherwise, they might forget what they are typing before they find all [...]
