Lesson on Parts of a Computer – The Keyboard for Primary 1

Hello, young learners! Welcome back to Primary 1 Basic Science and Technology. In our previous lesson, we learned about Parts of a Computer – The Monitor. Today, we’re going to learn about the Parts of a Computer.

Objectives

By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:

• Identify and describe a keyboard.
• State the functions of a keyboard.

Parts of a Computer – The Keyboard

What is a keyboard? A keyboard is an input device used to type letters, numbers, and symbols into a computer. It’s like a bridge between your thoughts and the computer screen.

There are many parts to a keyboard, and each part has a specific job. Some of these parts include:

• Letters: These keys allow you to type the letters of the alphabet, just like you see in a book.
• Numbers: You can also type numbers from 0 to 9 using the number keys.
• Function Keys: These keys are usually located at the top of the keyboard and have special functions, like controlling the brightness of your screen or opening a new window.
• Spacebar: This is a large key at the bottom of the keyboard. It helps you create spaces between words, just like you do when you write on paper.
• Shift Keys: These keys are used to type capital letters or special symbols.
• Enter/Return Key: This key is used to move to the next line or start a new paragraph. It’s like pressing the “return” button on a typewriter.
• Backspace/Delete Key: This key is used to erase mistakes. If you type the wrong letter, you can use the backspace key to delete it.

Functions of a Keyboard

The main functions of a keyboard are:

1. Typing Letters: A keyboard allows us to type letters of the alphabet, so we can write stories, emails, or anything we want.
2. Typing Numbers: We can also type numbers using the number keys, which is helpful for doing math or writing dates.
3. Special Symbols: A keyboard has keys for typing special symbols like exclamation marks (!), question marks (?), commas (,), periods (.), and many more. These symbols help us make our writing more interesting and clear.
4. Spacebar: The spacebar is used to create spaces between words, making our writing easier to read.
5. Enter/Return Key: This key is used to move to the next line or start a new paragraph. It helps us organize our writing and make it look neat.
6. Backspace/Delete Key: This key is used to erase mistakes, so we can correct our writing without having to start over.

Evaluation Questions

Now that you’ve learned about the keyboard, let’s see if you can answer these questions:

1. What is a keyboard?
2. Name three parts of a keyboard.
3. What does the spacebar do?
4. What is the function of the Enter/Return key?
5. What is the purpose of the Backspace/Delete key?

Conclusion

We’ve learned that a keyboard is an important part of a computer. It allows us to type letters, numbers, and symbols, and it helps us create spaces between words and start new paragraphs. Remember to practice using the keyboard, and you’ll become a typing expert in no time! Don’t forget to check the comments section if you have any questions, and use the navigation to move to the next lesson. See you in the next lesson!