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