Psalm Typing Practice
The Psalms are the most typed part of the Bible in our library, and for good reason. The lines are short, the rhythm is steady, and most families already know several by heart. That makes them close to ideal keyboarding text for children.
Why Psalms suit typing practice
- Short lines: a beginner can finish "The LORD is my shepherd" and feel successful on day one.
- Familiar words: less time decoding, more time building muscle memory.
- Capital letter drill: the all caps LORD gives natural practice with the shift key.
- Room to grow: the same Psalm appears in a longer version for older students.
Psalm typing lessons by grade band
Tap a passage to start typing. Nothing to install and no account required.
Grades K–2Early tier
- Psalm 118:24
This is the day which the LORD hath made.
Type this verse - Psalm 107:1
O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good.
Type this verse - Psalm 56:3
I will trust in thee.
Type this verse - Psalm 23:1
The LORD is my shepherd.
Type this verse - Psalm 119:105
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet.
Type this verse - Psalm 100:1
Make a joyful noise unto the LORD.
Type this verse - Psalm 46:1
God is our refuge and strength.
Type this verse - Psalm 19:1
The heavens declare the glory of God.
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Grades 3–5Middle tier
- Psalm 23:1
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
Type this verse - Psalm 118:24
This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.
Type this verse - Psalm 119:11
Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.
Type this verse - Psalm 19:1
The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork.
Type this verse - Psalm 46:1
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
Type this verse - Psalm 107:1
O give thanks unto the LORD, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.
Type this verse - Psalm 139:14
I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.
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Grades 6–8Upper tier
- Psalm 23:1–3
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul.
Type this verse - Psalm 19:1–2
The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge.
Type this verse - Psalm 100:1–2
Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands. Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing.
Type this verse - Psalm 139:13–14
For thou hast possessed my reins: thou hast covered me in my mother's womb. I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works.
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Suggested order
Start with Psalm 23:1 and Psalm 118:24, which are short and familiar. Move to Psalm 107:1 and Psalm 100:1 for shift key practice on LORD. Finish the unit with Psalm 19:1 through 2 or Psalm 139:13 through 14 as a stamina passage.
Frequently asked questions
Can we type the whole book of Psalms?
Not yet. The library currently covers the Psalms listed above, and new passages are added over time.
Do students need to type the all caps LORD?
Only if you want them to. Capitalization can be simplified in settings for younger typists.
What comes next?
Move on to the parables or Red Letter lessons.