Letter L tracing worksheet
Practise the letter L — uppercase and lowercase — on proper handwriting guide lines.L is for lion. Press the button for an instant worksheet, then print it or save the PDF.
How to form the letter L
- Trace the dotted letters. Place the pencil at the start of the first dotted L and trace over each one, following the handwriting guide lines.
- Follow the stroke order. One tall straight line from top to bottom.
- Write it independently. On the blank rows, copy the letter L without the dots, keeping it sitting on the red base line.
Saying the sound “l” as they trace (“l is for lion”) links handwriting practice to phonics. When L is secure on its own, put it into a whole word on a handwriting practice sheet.
Letter L worksheet — frequently asked questions
How do I teach my child to write the letter L?
Start on the dotted rows so your child can trace the full shape of L, saying the sound aloud — l is for lion. One tall straight line from top to bottom. Once they can trace it confidently, switch to the "solid example first" style and let them copy L on the blank guide lines.
What age do children learn to trace the letter L?
Most children begin letter tracing between ages three and five, in preschool and kindergarten. Tracing L builds the fine-motor control and letter recognition that come before independent writing, so there is no need to rush.
Is the letter L tracing worksheet free to print?
Yes. Every letter L worksheet on TracingPages is free to print, download as a PDF and photocopy for home or classroom use — with no account or sign-up.