 We have not completed the course yet but the format appears to be working well. My son could type fast but not proper so this is helping him learn proper finger positioning and the repitition should reinforce it. My son enjoys using it. I think the product works well and would recommend it.” D. Shreve, Co-op Member |
My 16 year-old dyslexic son tried three other typing programs and hated them all. Type-To-Learn-4 somehow helped him break through the barrier he was having with all the others. He is finally making steady progress with his typing!”J. Rigney, Co-op Member |
My children have learning differences. They can be thrilled with a learning game or program and then become so discouraged by a timer or pre-set goal that they won't use it. I have been able to set realistic goals or time for MY kids with Type to Learn4. We hit the "I don't like this anymore.", but we sat down together, found what was frustrating him and changed the setting to a realistic goal. His interest is renewed, and he is again having fun with learning to type. I also can set the program to read all the text or instructions. I like the feature that allows me to create reports as well. I have been pleased with it.”Heather D., Co-op Member |
My 9-year-old son is highly motivated by the Type-To-Learn-4 program. He especially likes the games to review the skills. For him the product was worth the program price.
However both my daughters, ages 5 and 7 are NOT motivated by this program and don't want to do it. The games frighten them! It was a waste of my money to purchase additional licenses for them. I would say this program is best for grades 3 or 4 and above and then only children who would be motivated by the secret agent/spy theme. I wish I had saved the additional $$ I spent to instead purchase the most recent copy of Typing Instructor for Kids which has much friendlier and varied themed games for the younger children.”Carolyn G., Co-op Member |
My 2 grandkids find type to learn more fun and glad to do it...not like some subjets they have to do.”Joyce E., Co-op member |
I purchased this program for all three of my children, ages 8, 6, and 4. It's been great! The kids all love to "play" it and their grandmother was amazed the other day as she watched the four year old typing without looking at the keyboard. I know this will be the last typing program we ever need.”Emily S, Co-op Member |
We had read good online reviews about Type to Learn 4 and with the Homeschool Buyers Co-op discount decided to give it a try. It is an excellent program, and makes it easy for me to track the progress of our 11 year old son, and pinpoint where more practice is needed. Our son enjoys the typing games, and at the same time he finds himself being challenged to push beyond what he thinks is "good enough". Showing the keyboard and relevant keys on the screen is good, too, as it keeps his eyes up off the real keyboard and trains him to touch type. Great program -- thanks for making it available on HS Buyers Co-op!”May, Co-op Member |
We've only been using the Type-To-Learn 4 program for a few weeks, and already the results are impressive. My nine-year-old son really enjoys practicing, and he is rapidly developing his touch-typing skills. Since he suffers from dysgraphia (the writing form of dyslexia), being able to keyboard is critical in helping him find a way to express himself in writing.
We couldn't be happier with this product and have already recommended it to a number of our friends.”J. Clark, Co-op Member |
My 9th gr. son initially wasn't too thrilled when I told him I had bought this typing program for him, as he thought it would either be too juvenile or too boring for his tastes. As it turns out, he is really enjoying it and wants to do it as his first subject of his school day! Thanks for a great typing program folks!”Eileen Hanks, Co-op Member |
My kids love Type to Learn. I love that I don't have to do anything! It tracks their progress and moves them up accordingly. They come running to find me to tell me when they've completed a level. We've only been using it for a few weeks and they're already starting to show significant improvement. We had been using a free program, but I couldn't keep up with which level each child was on and I worried about them clicking on things they shouldn't, which causes computer problems. Type to Learn is a simple, easy to use, effective program. Worth every penny!”Natalie, Co-op Member |
I was worried that my 13 and 15 year olds would think the program was babyish but both of them enjoyed the fun facts and challenging minigames to practice their typing. They are now both proficient and the younger siblings are looking forward to their turn to learn to type.”Serena T., Co-op Member |
I love how adjustable Type-To-Learn 4 is! I can set it so that my five year can use it (the only one that I've found that's appropriate for kindergarten!) and I can set it for a third grader. When my third grader was getting frustrated, I could also dial back the difficulty. The games are also a winner. I've tried some of the cheaper programs out there - but this is the first real curriculum that fit our needs and that both my children can truly use independently.”Rox P., Co-op Member |
My son (age 13, grade 7) is whizzing through the lessons in TypeToLearn4 - after only 12 lessons, over a period of just a couple of weeks, he is using most of the letters, typing @ 20wpm and averaging 96% accuracy ... without realizing that he is working at it! The lessons are fun and easy, yet surprisingly effective - and there is no complaining that there is too much "boring practice", like another program that we tried previously for a few days. Thank you HSBC, once again, for a great deal on a great product!”Windy M., Co-op Member |
I haven't tried other typing curriculums but overall my 8 year old son enjoys the games. He gets frustrated with the "security check" restarting unless he gets 100%. I thought I turned this feature off but... He's definitely learning to type! And it doesn't take much of my involvement. I will probably use it for his siblings in future years.”Jaime G, Co-op Member |
We had some trouble with installation but my son loves the game and choses to play it when it is not assigned.”Rebecca, Co-op Member |
Our 7 yo is doing well with the regular lessons in Type to Learn. He had previously completed Dance Mat Typing, but that was over too quickly and I wanted something to give him more practice with keystrokes. He gets frustrated with the timed aspect of the rover game so I made that optional. The program is very easy to customize. You can even put in your own content, like dictations sentences. I recommend shutting off the "early" lessons A and B. They cover the alphabet, do not teach keystrokes, then go straight into words and even capital letters - they don't make sense with the rest of the program. The regular lessons are very logical and teach keystrokes and move pretty gradually. Our son has some pretty severe challenges with handwriting so learning to type is really important. This program is giving him great daily practice, is fun, doesn't move too fast, and can be used later with custom content for typing "copywork". The web enabled version is working well with no technical problems. When I first signed up, they had flipped two numbers in my code and so I could not get in, and I received excellent and prompt technical service from the company in resolving this.”Linda B, Co-op Member |
This is a very effective program. I was pleasantly surprised with its effectiveness.
My 12 year old daughter enjoys participating in it, and grins from ear-to-ear when she sees the accuracy percentages and WPM counts that result from her efforts.
The program takes typing both seriously and with an appropriate measure of fun. A rare combination these days.
I strongly recommend this program for my fellow homeschoolers.”Peter M., Co-op Member |
I bought TTL4 for my nine year old daughter. She absolutely loves it. To her it's like a game, and she is happy when she sees herself progressing. I'm happy that she is typing with her hands in the correct position and enjoying it.”Carmina Gagliardi, Co-op Member |
We have only been using the curriculum for a few weeks but so far my son loves it. He wants to do more lessons and begs to do it first. He has already learned finger placement. I will continue to use it and we will see what the final outcome is.”C.Ledford, Co-op Member |
My 10 year old son really enjoys using this program - he will even volunteer to spend time on it!”Jodee M., Co-op Member |
This is a great program for homeschoolers, especially those of elementary age.”Natalie, Co-op Member |
Great Value.
Installs easily although it does take a while to download it.
Good technical support.
Allows you to try for 30 days before commitment to buy.
Enough "gaminess" to avoid boredom.
My 9-year-old loves it and is doing well.
Highly recommend it.”L. Burns, Co-op Member |
Type-To-Learn 4 is terrific! I had a difficult time trying to find a typing curriculum that was both educational and fun for my 10 year old son. Most of the products on the market are either dry and boring, or the story line and activities are too young. TTL4 has the perfect balance of education and age appropriate activities. My son's typing skills have improved dramatically in a short period of time. He loves this program and looks forward to "playing" it everyday.”A. Barnett, Co-op Member |
Type-To-Learn-4 is our best Homeschool Buyers Co-op purchase to date! Learning to type is as imperative as learning to write in this day and age and TTL4 is the program of choice. My kids (3rd and 6th grade) enjoy the fun interactive graphics and games which build their typing accuracy and speed all while challenging them to do better. Thank you for this offer, we couldn't be happier.”Derynne, Co-op Member |
I have tried various typing tutorial applications (Read, Write and Type being one of many) and Type-to-Learn-4 is by far my son's favorite (age 7)!! He loves the challenge of each level, yet he doesn't feel pressured or get nervous about missing a key. (Read, Write, and Type has a character that puffs up with each mistake and if you make too many will 'blow' you back to the start)
I like the way that I can set the goals for him as well as determine how many activities he must complete.
At the successful completion of each activity, a fact is given. My son insists on writing each down as they are "important to remember". These facts might be regarding a time in history or simply a famous quote. He looks forward to the completion of a lesson so that he may learn the new fact.
I will continue to use TTL4 - at least until my son is proficient at typing. It is our favorite, and I would not hesitate purchasing it again.”Sara Stewart, Co-op Member |
Type-To-Learn-4 is great! My 13 year old son loves it! Very helpful! Looking forward to continuing to use the program!”Shirlianne C., Co-op Member |
I have a 7 year old boy and 9 year old girl. When I saw there was a program that teaches typing with a spy or special agent theme, I knew they'd love it. I was right. They are learning to type all by themselves and having fun at the same time.”Michelle K., Co-op Member |
My son and I both love Type to Learn 4. The games are so much fun and the teaching style is great! I would recommend this to anyone who wants to learn and have fun! And who wants to be a spy:)”Stephanie, Co-op Member |
Great program! I have two boys and they love the secret agent theme...very good quality program and works with them on whatever level they are to begin with! Great buy!”Michele, Co-op Member |
My daughter used Type To Learn and loved it. I really wanted her to learn to type, but I had to limit her time on the program so that she didn't neglect other subjects. It was nice to have a subject that didn't require lesson planning or grading. I will use TTL for my younger children when they are ready.”Michelle T, Co-op Member |
Type-to-learn-4 has been wonderful for my 8yr old son. He no longer pecks at the keyboard but uses both hands and all his fingers. He enjoys the animations and i think young users would find it fun and useful. We are almost finished with the software and will move on to a more adult version typing program now that he is confident in his abilities and not stressed over learning. We recommend for friends with children 5- 10 yrs.”Kim G., Co-op Member |
My 9-year-old has enjoyed and done well with Type to Learn 4. He's currently on lesson 30 and types about 15 words/minute, which is appropriate for his age. When his younger brother is older, I plan to have them alternate years on doing Type To Learn 4. I believe my 9-year-old now has more confidence in his keyboarding skills.”Wanda C., Co-op Member |
YES! TYPE-4-LEARN IS GREAT! MY CHILDREN HAVE LEARNED VERY WELL THE KEYBOARD. I DO NOT WORK IN IT. ONLY THEY SIT, OPEN THE SIDE OF TYPE-4-LEARN AND THEY HAVE A LABORATORY OF KEYBOARD OF ONE LESSON EVERY DAY. IN ONLY ONE MONTH MY CHILDREN WRITE SENTENCES IN THE RIGHT WAY.”MALUCHY, Co-op Member |
All three of my children, ages 17, 15, and 13 have enjoyed this product. It has dramatically improved their typing speed and accuracy. I would highly recommend it.”Nancy Steward, Co-op Member |
I'm amazed by my second grader's progress in typing due to Type-To-Learn-4. The lessons can be as short or as long as you choose. The context for typing, keeps my son engaged and motivated.”Wendy Thomas, Co-op Member |
My 9-year-old daughter just began Type-To-Learn 4 about 1 month ago. Previously, we did not have her working on the computer. She loves the program and is really learning to type (keyboard) properly, which will help her in all her future schoolwork, especially where report-writing come in. She finds it fun and loves the challenge. I recommend it and will continue to use it.”Mary S., Co-op Member |
