# Keyboard Fun

> Educational typing tutor for children with disabilities focusing on key identification. (iPhone/iPad app by Susan Hossack.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keyboard-fun/id572392664 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Susan Hossack](https://appshunter.io/developer/571701507)
- Category: Education
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 66 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-11-09
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keyboard-fun/id572392664/reviews.md

## What is Keyboard Fun?

This app is designed  by an Occupational Therapist to help children with physical or learning disabilities identify where keys are on the keyboard, then learn to type and spell. 
Typing tutors assume the child already knows how to read and spell, and are more concerned with correct fingering.  Most standard keyboards come with upper case letters, while children are learning to read with lower case letters.  “Miss Sue’s Keyboard Fun” is different. It is designed to encourage children to learn the placement of keys on the keyboard, by matching keys to pictures, and to be rewarded with sight and sound.
This program is compatible with both the IPAD on-screen keyboard, and with standard  or BigKeys©  keyboards. Each keyboard line may be selected, and the child asked to match the letter. Letters can be presented in order, or at random. Display all the letters on the line, or just the letter to be matched as desired. 

-Suitable for students with autism, physical or learning disabilities 

-Motivate and reinforce learning 

-Large visuals and sound to adapt for poor vision 

-Grade the task for progress

-Display UPPER or lower case

-Color the display keys to match your keyboard

-Data collection included

Please take a look at other keyboarding apps by OT-CARE:
Keyboard Explorer
Type-A-Word - Lite
Type-A-Word

## Key features

- Key identification and placement learning
- Visual and auditory rewards
- Customizable keyboard line selection
- Upper or lower case display
- Data collection for progress tracking
- Adaptable for poor vision

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keyboard-fun/id572392664/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Could be better

*2022-06-28*

This app is helpful for beginners but it does not show Which fingers you put on different keys and repeats the same letters over and over again there are no sentences and does not have a way to make it harder for people who can already type all of the letters

### 1/5 — Rubbish

*2014-01-02*

I bought this because I was looking for a virtual keyboard that displays lower case letters as well as the caps only standard iPad keyboard, which is an obvious way to get kids who are learning to read to get using a keyboard, this app doesn't do this, is just uses the standard virtual keyboard. 
Fail.

### 5/5 — What a gift

*2012-11-13*

What an amazing app to teach keyboarding.  Our special needs son (barely 5)can already type his name thanks to you Miss Sue.  The simple uncluttered screen and calm voice is just perfect for those highly distractible students.  With the help of this program and spelling fun we are hoping that by kindergarten our son will not have to use a pencil (since he can hardly hold it) but can access his curriculum through keyboarding.  Everyone child with fine motor issues should use this program to gain the skills need to use an alternative to paper pencil! Oh and you can track how long it takes to find each letter.

## Frequently asked questions about Keyboard Fun

### What is Keyboard Fun?

Keyboard Fun is an educational app designed by an Occupational Therapist to help children with physical or learning disabilities identify keys on a keyboard and learn to type and spell. It uses visual and auditory feedback to motivate learning.

### Who is Keyboard Fun designed for?

This app is suitable for students with autism, physical or learning disabilities. It aims to make learning keyboard skills accessible and engaging for these children.

### Does Keyboard Fun support different keyboards?

Yes, Keyboard Fun is compatible with both the iPad on-screen keyboard and standard or BigKeys© keyboards. You can select specific keyboard lines and color-code display keys to match your physical keyboard.

### How does Keyboard Fun help track progress?

The app includes data collection features that allow you to grade the task for progress. This helps monitor the child's development in identifying keys and learning to type.

### Is Keyboard Fun suitable for children with vision impairments?

Yes, Keyboard Fun utilizes large visuals and sound to adapt for poor vision, making it more accessible for children who may have difficulty with standard text displays.

### What is the price of Keyboard Fun?

Keyboard Fun is a paid app, priced at $4.99. This one-time purchase provides access to all its features.

### How often is Keyboard Fun updated?

The latest version of Keyboard Fun is 2.5.3, which was last updated on March 29, 2019. While updates may not be frequent, the app is designed for long-term educational use.

### Does Keyboard Fun have ads?

No, Keyboard Fun does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an uninterrupted learning experience for children.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5.3 — 2019-03-29

Updated for both ChesterCreek keyboard versions

### 2.5.2 — 2018-01-16

Updated to work with IOS 11

### 2.5.1 — 2017-12-11

Fixed bug - if non-alphanumeric key pressed, app will ignore further key presses until restarted.

### 2.5 — 2017-12-06

Updated for newer IOS. Improved user interface. Moved language choice to top menu

### 2.4 — 2013-12-08

Spanish Keyboard

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## More apps by Susan Hossack

- [Typing Fun Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typing-fun-lite/id626321151)
- [Keyboard Fun Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keyboard-fun-lite/id626754565)

All apps by Susan Hossack: https://appshunter.io/developer/571701507

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