Dance Mat Typing

Let's practice our typing skills!

• typing letters in rows

• typing keys on the home row

• typing capital letters, apostrophes, slashes and full stops

Welcome to Dance Mat Typing, a fun way to learn touch typing

There are four levels to play, each divided into three stages.

You start by learning the home row keys. Each stage builds on previous lessons, introducing new letters as you progress and giving you plenty of touch type practice. You’ll soon be touch typing like an expert! At the end of each level you can test your typing speed and get a fun reward.

Why learn to touch type?

When you can do it well, touch typing is the fastest way to write. Many people quickly learn touch type faster than they can write with a pen. The important things to remember are:

• use the correct fingers

• there's no need to rush!

• find a comfortable working position with support for your wrist and forearm

You should take a rest, and shake your hands and arms to relax your muscles if you get tired.

It's important not to look at your hands when you are learning to type. The best way to ensure that you don't look at your hands is to cover them up - you can make a simple box out of cardboard or cover both the keys and your hands with a towel.

You will need headphones or speakers to enjoy the song and dance in each game.

Health and safety

Sit comfortably with your back up straight and your feet on the ground!

Happy typing!