Three original art paragraphs, 135 words in total, at an average US reading grade of 7.4. Each takes about 76 seconds at 40 WPM.
About these paragraphs
These paragraphs about painting, design and creativity were written by the Typeri team for typing practice. They use real sentences with capital letters, commas and numbers, so they train the same skills as everyday writing. Facts were checked against standard references.
The paragraphs
Paragraph 1
The color wheel arranges colors in a circle so their relationships are easy to see. Colors opposite each other, like blue and orange, are called complementary. Placed side by side they make each other look brighter, a trick painters and designers use all the time.
Paragraph 2
Perspective drawing makes a flat picture look deep. Parallel lines, such as the edges of a road, seem to meet at a single vanishing point on the horizon. Artists in the Renaissance studied these rules carefully, and their paintings looked startlingly real to viewers at the time.
Paragraph 3
Keeping a sketchbook is one of the best habits for any artist. It does not need to be pretty. Draw what is in front of you, try new tools and fill pages quickly. Over a few months the improvement becomes easy to see.
Length and reading level
| Paragraph | Words | Characters | Reading grade | Time at 40 WPM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 45 | 264 | 8.6 | 79 sec |
| 2 | 47 | 279 | 9.1 | 84 sec |
| 3 | 43 | 216 | 4.5 | 65 sec |
Reading grade is the Flesch-Kincaid grade level, an estimate of the US school grade that can read the text comfortably. Time assumes the average adult copy speed of about 40 WPM. At the 52 WPM study average, each paragraph takes about a quarter less time.
How to practice with paragraphs
- Type one paragraph without stopping. Fix mistakes with Backspace, but keep going.
- Check accuracy first. Aim for 95% or higher before chasing speed.
- Repeat the same paragraph two or three times. Familiar text lets you focus on rhythm and finger movement.
- Switch to a new topic once you can finish a paragraph comfortably above your normal speed.
For teachers and parents
Every paragraph here is free to use in class. Students can take the test above on any device, and results stay private on their own device. Pair paragraphs with the typing lessons for structured practice, and use the typing certificate as a reward for a personal best.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I print these art typing paragraphs?
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What reading level are they?
The average Flesch-Kincaid grade level is 7.4, which suits most middle school, high school and adult typists.