Exploring the keyboard

Computing

Adding and removing text

Make changes to text

Exploring the toolbar

Choosing formatting tools

Comparing digital writing to using a pencil

This unit covers various aspects of using a computer to create and manipulate text. Pupils will become familiar with using a keyboard and mouse to enter and remove text. They will consider how to change the look of their text, and will be able to justify their reasoning for making these changes.

Digital writing

What is a common way to enter text on a computer?

Which key is used to add a new line in a word processor?

What type of keys are not found on a keyboard?

Which of these is a letter of the alphabet?

What do you use between words when writing?

Starter Quiz

Which of these is a letter of the alphabet?