1st Quarter

Touch Typing and Word Processing Skills Development

Second Grade Technology Lessons focus on typing skills development and word processing (Q1), spreadsheets and coding (Q2), research (Q3), and presentations (Q4).

In the 1st quarter, students continue to develop typing skills using the home row keys. Students also improve their writing skills through word processing. Students write friendly letters taking care to use appropriate capitalization, spelling, word spacing, and punctuation.

Session 1: Introductions, Lab Rules, Typing and Enrichment

Introductions:

• Introduction to the computer lab teacher, discuss what we will do in the lab.
• Spend time getting to know the students.

Review Computer Lab Rules:

Review of Typing Stage 1:

• Demonstrate how to use Dance Mat Typing Stage 1, Level 1 (ASDF, JKL, and G, H).
• Review the home row and proper finger technique.
• Download proper keyboard finger placement poster.

Typing Practice Stage 1-3:

• Practice for 25-30 minutes or until done.

Additional Typing Practice:

• 3 minutes of Typing Rocket JR.
  • Type with both hands, try to get a final score of 60 points or more.
• Finish level 2 of Keyboard Climber 2. Type with both hands.

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities after typing.

Session 2: Word Processing, "All About Me" and Enrichment

All About Me:

• Make the "All About Me" (Windows, Mac/iPad or iPad) file available to the students.
• Demonstrate how to write in the editable text boxes.
• Assign "All About Me" writing. Students will save / print their finished work.

Alternative All About Me Activities:

• iPad - All About Me Acrostic
• iPad - All About Me Balloon Stickies
• iPad - All About Me Pic Collage

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities when finished.

Session 1: Typing and Enrichment

Review:

• Review homerow position and proper finger technique.

Typing Practice Stage 1-3:

• Practice 25-30 minutes or until done.

Additional Typing Practice:

• 3 minutes of Typing Rocket JR.
  • Type with both hands, try to get a final score of 60 points or more.
• Finish level 2 of Keyboard Climber 2. Type with both hands.

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities after typing.

Session 2: Word Processing, Friendly Letter and Enrichment

Write a Friendly Letter to Your Teacher:

• Demonstrate how to use the friendly letter graphic organizer (or how to use The Friendly Letter Creator).
• Write a friendly letter to your teacher about something that happened during summer vacation.
  • Write 65-95 words or more about your summer. Save your work.

Word Processing:

• Practice writing sentences with punctuation.
  • Students use proper capitalization, spelling, word spacing and punctuation.
  • Change font size, color and style. Add images and clipart if possible.
• Additional basic word processing practice if needed.

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities when finished.

Session 1: Typing and Enrichment

Review:

• Review homerow position and proper finger technique.

Typing Practice Stage 1-3:

• Practice 25-30 minutes or until done.

Additional Typing Practice:

• 3 minutes of Typing Rocket JR.
  • Type with both hands, try to get a final score of 60 points or more.
• Finish level 2 of Keyboard Climber 2. Type with both hands.

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities after typing.

Session 2: Word Processing, Friendly Letter and Enrichment

Write a Friendly Letter to Your Mom:

• Demonstrate how to use the friendly letter graphic organizer (or how to use The Friendly Letter Creator).
• Write a friendly letter to your mom about a movie your would like to see soon.
  • Tell her what the movie is about. Ask her if she would like to watch the movie with you.
  • Use correct capitalization, word spelling and punctuation.
  • Write 65-95 words or more. Save your work.

Word Processing:

• Practice writing sentences with punctuation.
  • Students use proper capitalization, spelling, word spacing and punctuation.
  • Change font size, color and style. Add images and clipart if possible.
• Additional basic word processing practice if needed.

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities when finished.

Session 1: Typing and Enrichment

Review:

• Review homerow position and proper finger technique.

Typing Practice Stage 1-3:

• Practice 25-30 minutes or until done.

Additional Typing Practice:

• 3 minutes of Typing Rocket JR.
  • Type with both hands, try to get a final score of 60 points or more.
• Finish level 2 of Keyboard Climber 2. Type with both hands.

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities after typing.

Session 2: Word Processing, Friendly Letter and Enrichment

Write a Friendly Letter to a Friend in Class:

• Demonstrate how to use the friendly letter graphic organizer (or how to use The Friendly Letter Creator).
• Write a friendly letter to a student in class. Tell about something that happened today during lunch, recess or gym class.
  • Use correct capitalization, word spelling and punctuation.
  • Write 65-95 words or more. Save your work.

Word Processing:

• Practice writing sentences with punctuation.
  • Students use proper capitalization, spelling, word spacing and punctuation.
  • Change font size, color and style. Add images and clipart if possible.
• Additional basic word processing practice if needed.

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities when finished.

Session 1: Typing and Enrichment

Review:

• Review homerow position and proper finger technique.

Typing Practice Stage 1-3:

• Practice 25-30 minutes or until done.

Additional Typing Practice:

• 3 minutes of Typing Rocket JR.
  • Type with both hands, try to get a final score of 60 points or more.
• Finish level 2 of Keyboard Climber 2. Type with both hands.

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities after typing.

Session 2: Word Processing, Friendly Letter and Enrichment

Write a Friendly Letter to Your Grandma:

• Demonstrate how to use the friendly letter graphic organizer (or how to use The Friendly Letter Creator).
• Write a friendly letter to your grandma to tell her you are going to Disneyland soon. Tell her that you want to ask her 3 things before you go.
  • Use correct capitalization, word spelling and punctuation.
  • Write 65-95 words or more. Save your work.

Word Processing:

• Practice writing sentences with punctuation.
  • Students use proper capitalization, spelling, word spacing and punctuation.
  • Change font size, color and style. Add images and clipart if possible.
• Additional basic word processing practice if needed.

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities when finished.

Session 1: Typing and Enrichment

Review:

• Review homerow position and proper finger technique.

Typing Practice Stage 1-3:

• Practice 25-30 minutes or until done.

Additional Typing Practice:

• 3 minutes of Typing Rocket JR.
  • Type with both hands, try to get a final score of 60 points or more.
• Finish level 2 of Keyboard Climber 2. Type with both hands.

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities after typing.

Session 2: Word Processing, Friendly Letter and Enrichment

Write a Friendly Letter to a Friend:

• Demonstrate how to use the friendly letter graphic organizer (or how to use The Friendly Letter Creator).
• Write a friendly letter to a friend about a birthday party you are having at your house soon. Tell your friend they are invited.
  • Ask them to find out if they can come to the party. Ask them to please write back.
  • Use correct capitalization, word spelling and punctuation.
  • Write 65-95 words or more. Save your work.

Word Processing:

• Practice writing sentences with punctuation.
  • Students use proper capitalization, spelling, word spacing and punctuation.
  • Change font size, color and style. Add images and clipart if possible.
• Additional basic word processing practice if needed.

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities when finished.

Session 1: Typing and Enrichment

Review:

• Review homerow position and proper finger technique.

Typing Practice:

• Complete any three of the typing stages 1 through 4.

Additional Typing Practice:

• 3 minutes of Typing Rocket JR.
  • Type with both hands, try to get a final score of 60 points or more.
• Finish level 2 of Keyboard Climber 2. Type with both hands.

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities after typing.

Session 2: Word Processing, Friendly Letter and Enrichment

Write a Friendly Letter to Your Parents:

• Demonstrate how to use the friendly letter graphic organizer (or how to use The Friendly Letter Creator).
• Write a friendly letter to your parents. Thank them for something they have done for you recently.
  • Explain what made it special to you.
  • Use correct capitalization, word spelling and punctuation.
  • Write 65-95 words or more. Save your work.

Word Processing:

• Practice writing sentences with punctuation.
  • Students use proper capitalization, spelling, word spacing and punctuation.
  • Change font size, color and style. Add images and clipart if possible.
• Additional basic word processing practice if needed.

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities when finished.

Session 1: Typing and Enrichment

Review:

• Review homerow position and proper finger technique.

Typing Practice:

• Complete any three of the typing stages 1 through 4.

Additional Typing Practice:

• 3 minutes of Typing Rocket JR.
  • Type with both hands, try to get a final score of 60 points or more.
• Finish level 2 of Keyboard Climber 2. Type with both hands.

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities after typing.

Session 2: Word Processing, Friendly Letter and Enrichment

Write a Friendly Letter to a Friend:

• Demonstrate how to use the friendly letter graphic organizer (or how to use The Friendly Letter Creator).
• Write a friendly letter to a friend inviting them to a play date at your house. Tell them what time the play date beings.
  • Tell what kinds of fun food your will have.
  • Use correct capitalization, word spelling and punctuation.
  • Write 65-95 words or more. Save your work.

Word Processing:

• Practice writing sentences with punctuation.
  • Students use proper capitalization, spelling, word spacing and punctuation.
  • Change font size, color and style. Add images and clipart if possible.
• Additional basic word processing practice if needed.

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities when finished.

Session 1: Typing and Enrichment

Review:

• Review homerow position and proper finger technique.

Typing Practice:

• Complete any three of the typing stages 1 through 4.

Additional Typing Practice:

• 3 minutes of Typing Rocket JR.
  • Type with both hands, try to get a final score of 60 points or more.
• Finish level 2 of Keyboard Climber 2. Type with both hands.

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities after typing.

Session 2: Word Processing, Friendly Letter and Enrichment

Write a Friendly Letter to Your Teacher:

• Demonstrate how to use the friendly letter graphic organizer (or how to use The Friendly Letter Creator).
• Write a friendly letter to your teacher. Tell about the best thing you learned in class and tell why you like it.
  • Tell about the second best thing you learned in class and why you like that too.
  • Use correct capitalization, word spelling and punctuation.
  • Write 65-95 words or more. Save your work.

Word Processing:

• Practice writing sentences with punctuation.
  • Students use proper capitalization, spelling, word spacing and punctuation.
  • Change font size, color and style. Add images and clipart if possible.
• Additional basic word processing practice if needed.

Enrichment:

• Students work on enrichment activities when finished.