Typing Games for 1st Grade

First graders are ready for home row basics. These games teach proper finger placement on ASDF and JKL; — the foundation of touch typing.

1st Grade Typing Games

Free games designed for ages 6-7. No login required.

What 1st Grade Students Learn

In 1st grade, students move from hunt-and-peck to structured finger placement. Home row mastery is the single most important typing skill they'll learn — every other key is reached from this position.

  • Home row finger placement (ASDF JKL;)
  • Using the correct finger for each key
  • Simple two-letter and three-letter combinations
  • Looking at the screen, not the keyboard

Parent Tip

The hardest habit to break is looking at the keyboard. Encourage your child to try typing without looking — even if they make mistakes, building this habit early pays off enormously.

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