Use the Mouse and Keyboard

The best way to build your skills using the keyboard and mouse is to use them. We strongly recommend trying out some of the practice games and resources included below. They’re all free to access, and practice is the only way to build true fluency with the keyboard and mouse.

This page also includes some book resources from the VPL Catalogue and links to some of our Digital Library Resources.

Browse VPL's upcoming Digital Essentials classes and help sessions.

Useful Websites for Mouse Practice

Mouse Tutorial

From GCFLearnFree

Mousercize

From PBC Library

Useful Websites for Keyboard Practice

Typing Club

Interactive keyboarding lessons for all levels and all ages

Goodwill Typing Tutorial

Typing tutorial that has both interactive learning and practicing options as well as optional audio feedback. This site is aimed at all ages.

Freetypinggame.net

Interactive keyboarding games, lessons, and tests to help develop keyboarding skills. Good for a wide range of ages.

Digital Library Resources

LinkedIn Learning

LinkedIn Learning offers video courses in business, computer technology, software, and creative skills, all conducted by experts in their fields.

New to LinkedIn Learning? View a video tutorial or visit the LinkedIn Learning FAQ page for more information.

Access:

Everywhere for VPL cardholders

O'Reilly Technology and Business Collection

Trial update: O’Reilly will continue to be offered on a trial basis through December 2024.

Contains a vast collection of technology and business ebooks, audiobooks, videos, courses, and more. A great resource for professional development.

Access:

Everywhere for Vancouver residents

VPL to Go (OverDrive/Libby)

Enjoy an extensive selection of ebooks and audiobooks on your ereader, browser or download the Libby app for your smartphone or tablet. For more information see our help guide.

Access:

Everywhere for Vancouver residents