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