Keyboarding Without Tears

Keyboarding Without Tears is a web‑based typing program from the creators of Handwriting Without Tears, designed specifically for young learners. Lessons are short, visual, and carefully paced so small hands aren’t overwhelmed, introducing home‑row position, basic finger reaches, and simple sentences through games and drag‑and‑drop activities. Parents like that the interface is calmer and less arcade‑like than many free typing sites, which helps children focus on technique instead of just speed. It can feel slow for older kids who already hunt‑and‑peck, but for 1st–4th graders it’s a gentle fit. Annual licenses are reasonably priced per student, especially compared to in‑person keyboarding classes, and often available through co‑ops at a discount.