Make Magic With Microsoft Word

Lesson Plan - Get It!

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What Is Microsoft Word?

Microsoft Word is a program on your computer that helps you write words, fix mistakes, and make your work look cool! You can write letters, stories, cards, or even silly jokes!

• Are you ready to learn how to use it?

Step 1: Find and Open Microsoft Word

Look at your computer screen.

• Do you see a little blue square with a “W” on it?

That’s the button for Microsoft Word!

If you can’t find it, ask a grown-up or teacher to help.

Double-click it to open it. That means click it two times fast with your mouse.

Now you’ll see a big white page. That’s where your words will go!

Step 2: Start Typing

Click anywhere on the white page.

• See the blinking line?

That’s where your letters will go.

Now, use your keyboard to type your name.

1. Find the first letter of your name on the keyboard.

2. Press it once.

3. Keep typing until your whole name is there.

You just typed in Word! Ta-da!

Step 3: Make Your Words Fancy

Now, have some fun changing how your name looks!

Look at the top of the screen. This area is called the toolbar, and it’s where the fun buttons live.

Try these.

1. Make it Bigger: Find the number next to the word “Font.” Click the little arrow and choose a bigger number.

2. Change the Color: Click the letter “A” with a color line under it. Pick your favorite color!

3. Change the Style: Click the box that says the name of a font, like "Arial." Try “Comic Sans” or “Chiller” for fun.

Your name is looking awesome now!

Step 4: Save Your Work

Don’t forget to save what you made!

1. Look for the little picture of a floppy disk at the top.

2. Click it once.

3. When a box pops up, type in a name for your file, like “My Name.”

4. Click “Save.”

Now your work is safe, and you can open it again later.

Keep going in the Got It? section for more Word fun!