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