Touch typing using the HOME ROW requires a sequenced approach and new keys are introduced in a way that builds upon previous lessons.  Focus on accuracy over speed.  Always practice from HOME ROW only, NOT looking at your hands if possible. Watch this on the basics of typing using HOME ROW: VIDEO

Grade level goals (by end of year) :
3rd Grade-8 words per minute
4th Grade-12 words per minute
5th Grade-15 words per minute
6th Grade-20 words per minute

There are TWO different INCENTIVE programs for being the best typist you can be. There is an end of the year competition/raffle and the ALL STAR TYPISTS board.

ALL STAR TYPIST BOARD

If you can type at least 30 words per minute with 95% accuracy on a test (even a 1 minute test), you get to sign a CD for the All Star Typists bulletin board.  This must be done using a keyboard cover, using home row and you should be able to do it repeatedly (it can’t be a fluke).  As you progress higher on typing tests, your CD will move to a different column.

What are the advantages of being an All-Star?

Once you get on the board, you can ditch the keyboard cover. You may ALSO play typing GAMES when we have dedicated typing time in the lab (when others are doing lessons or taking tests).

Additionally, there are incentives for each column you reach:
30 WPM-‘PG All Star Typist’ engraved pencils (2)
45 WPM-A PG All Star Typist T-shirt
60 WPM-Mr. Le will print a 3D items for you with multicolor filament from thingiverse.com
85 WPM-A PG All Star Typist HAT
100+ WPM-$50 gift card to Amazon