Tracing curves worksheets
Curves come after straight lines. Waves, cups and hills train the round movement children need for c, o, s, u and n.
Big dotted curve to follow, with empty rows in between to try alone. Best for ages 3 to 4.
Prints on US Letter and A4, in black and white. Free for home and classroom use.
How to trace curve
- Follow the wave from left to right without lifting the pencil.
- Draw the cup: down, around and up.
- Draw the hill: up, over and down.
A smaller version
Questions parents ask
Which letters does this help with?
Cups lead to u and y; hills lead to n, m, h and r; waves lead to s.
What age is curve tracing for?
Usually ages 3 to 4. Follow your child: if the big sheet is easy, try the smaller one, then move on.