Typing for Beginners
One three-week session
June 21–July 9
10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Rising 4th through rising 6th graders
Arrival/dismissal zone: Yellow
$390
With an emphasis on fun and a track record of providing students with a foundational knowledge of touch-typing skills, this camp is a comfortable space in which to conquer the keys. A typical day finds students engaged in self-paced typing practice, relaxing breaks with popsicles, a change-up typing activity, and a final cool-down time with typing games. We utilize both Typing.com as well as QwertyTown 2.0, winner of Ed Tech Digest’s prestigious Cool Tool Award for the second year in a row. Popular with kids and teachers alike, this program offers:
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A customizable avatar to dress and accessorize, using Qwerty Coins earned by completing lessons and sections—highly motivating!
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Adjustable accuracy and speed goals, providing a comfortable yet challenging learning zone.
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An orderly way to learn finger/key combinations—home row, top row, bottom row, and reach keys. Some students even master the numbers row.
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A chance to earn medals, play head-to-head typing challenges, and share notes through a class email.
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A one-year subscription to QuertyTown to continue using at home.
Make this the summer to join the fun, make new friends, and learn to type!
Sample Daily Schedule |
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10–10:30 a.m. |
Typing practice |
10:30–10:50 a.m. | Break |
10:50–11:15 a.m. | Typing practice |
11:15–11:30 a.m. | Break |
11:30–11:40 a.m. | Typing activity |
11:40–11:55 a.m. |
Typing games |
11:55 a.m.–12 p.m. | Shut down and dismissal |