Although some first graders can learn correct finger positioning, such instruction is difficult for most students in the primary grades. At this level:

• Focus on posture rather than positioning;
• Emphasize correct use of the mouse -- especially in kindergarten;
• Put a sticker on the left mouse button of a PC to help students learn which button to click;
• Put a sticker towards the left side of the mouse button on a Mac to help students get used to using a PC.

Note: Child-sized keyboards (See About One-Hand Typing) and Sunburst's keyboarding programs Type to Learn, Jr. and Kid Keys are available for K-1 students.

Next: More Keyboarding tips.