Learning to Use a Mouse

On this page, children will learn how to hold a mouse, use left click, right click, drag, and scroll. Everything is explained simply and clearly.

Computer mouse icon

How to Hold a Mouse Properly

Hold the mouse with your right hand (or left hand if you are left-handed). Place your index finger on the left button and your middle finger on the right button.

Hand position when holding the mouse

Learning Left Click

Left click is used to select something, such as opening folders, selecting icons, or pressing buttons.

Learning Right Click

Right click opens a menu. It is usually used to copy, rename, or open settings.


Learning Scroll

Scroll is used to move a page up or down. Rotate the small wheel in the middle of the mouse.

Scroll to move pages up and down

Learning Drag and Drop

"Drag" means holding the left mouse button while moving the mouse. "Drop" means releasing it.

Drag and drop moves objects

Fun Practice for Kids

Fun mouse practice

Additional visual materials will be practiced directly during class sessions.