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    • Tracing Big Letters With Sleeping & Slanting Lines - A, V, W, X, Y & Z
      Letter Tracing
      Tracing Big Letters With Sleeping & Slanting Lines - A, V, W, X, Y & Z

      Practice tracing big letters with sleeping & slanting lines - A, V, W, X, Y & Z.

      Pre-K K L.K.1.A
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    • Tracing Small Letters With Standing & Curvy Lines - a, d & q
      Letter Tracing
      Tracing Small Letters With Standing & Curvy Lines - a, d & q

      Practice tracing small letters with standing and curvy lines - a, d and q.

      Pre-K K L.K.1.A
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    • Let's Make the Letter A
      Letter Tracing
      Let's Make the Letter A

      Let's take a look at how to make the letter A with this game.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Uppercase A
      Letter Tracing
      Time to Trace Uppercase A

      Learn language skills by practicing to trace uppercase A.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Lowercase a
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Lowercase a

      Get familiar with writing by learning to trace lowercase a.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Tracing Big Letters With Standing & Curvy Lines - B, D, & P
      Handwriting
      Tracing Big Letters With Standing & Curvy Lines - B, D, & P

      Practice tracing big letters with standing & curvy lines - B, D, & P.

      Pre-K K L.K.1.A
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    • Tracing Small Letters With Standing & Curvy Lines - b & p
      Handwriting
      Tracing Small Letters With Standing & Curvy Lines - b & p

      Enhance your language skills by tracing small letters with standing & curvy lines - b & p.

      Pre-K K L.K.1.A
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    • Let's Make the Letter B
      Handwriting
      Let's Make the Letter B

      Let's take a look at how to make the letter B with this game.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Uppercase B
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Uppercase B

      Learn language skills by practicing to trace uppercase B.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Lowercase b
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Lowercase b

      Get familiar with writing by learning to trace lowercase b.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Tracing Big Letters With Curvy Lines - C, O & S
      Handwriting
      Tracing Big Letters With Curvy Lines - C, O & S

      Practice tracing big letters with curvy lines - C, O & S.

      Pre-K K L.K.1.A
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    • Tracing Small Letters With Curvy Lines - c, o, & s
      Handwriting
      Tracing Small Letters With Curvy Lines - c, o, & s

      Practice tracing small letters with curvy lines - c, o, & s.

      Pre-K K L.K.1.A
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    • Let's Make the Letter C
      Handwriting
      Let's Make the Letter C

      Let's take a look at how to make the letter C with this game.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Uppercase C
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Uppercase C

      Learn language skills by practicing to trace uppercase C.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Lowercase c
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Lowercase c

      Get familiar with writing by learning to trace lowercase c.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Let's Make the Letter D
      Handwriting
      Let's Make the Letter D

      Let's take a look at how to make the letter D with this game.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Uppercase D
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Uppercase D

      Learn language skills by practicing to trace uppercase D.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Lowercase d
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Lowercase d

      Get familiar with writing by learning to trace lowercase d.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Tracing Big Letters With Standing & Sleeping Lines - E, F, H, I, L & T
      Handwriting
      Tracing Big Letters With Standing & Sleeping Lines - E, F, H, I, L & T

      Practice tracing big letters with standing & sleeping lines - E, F, H, I, L & T.

      Pre-K K L.K.1.A
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    • Tracing Small Letters With Curvy & Sleeping Lines - e
      Handwriting
      Tracing Small Letters With Curvy & Sleeping Lines - e

      Have fun tracing small letters with curvy & sleeping lines - e.

      Pre-K K L.K.1.A
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    • Let's Make the Letter E
      Handwriting
      Let's Make the Letter E

      Let's take a look at how to make the letter E with this game.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Uppercase E
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Uppercase E

      Learn language skills by practicing to trace uppercase E.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Lowercase e
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Lowercase e

      Get familiar with writing by learning to trace lowercase e.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Tracing Small Letters With Standing, Sleeping & Curvy Lines - f, h, m, n & r
      Handwriting
      Tracing Small Letters With Standing, Sleeping & Curvy Lines - f, h, m, n & r

      Practice tracing small letters with standing, sleeping & curvy lines - f, h, m, n & r.

      Pre-K K L.K.1.A
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    • Let's Make the Letter F
      Handwriting
      Let's Make the Letter F

      Let's take a look at how to make the letter F with this game.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Uppercase F
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Uppercase F

      Learn language skills by practicing to trace uppercase F.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Lowercase f
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Lowercase f

      Get familiar with writing by learning to trace lowercase f.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Tracing Big Letters With Standing, Sleeping & Curvy Lines - G
      Handwriting
      Tracing Big Letters With Standing, Sleeping & Curvy Lines - G

      Enjoy tracing big letters with standing, sleeping & curvy lines - G.

      Pre-K K L.K.1.A
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    • Tracing Small Letters With Standing & Curvy Lines - g
      Handwriting
      Tracing Small Letters With Standing & Curvy Lines - g

      Have fun tracing small letters with curvy & standing lines - g.

      Pre-K K L.K.1.A
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    • Let's Make the Letter G
      Handwriting
      Let's Make the Letter G

      Let's take a look at how to make the letter G with this game.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Uppercase G
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Uppercase G

      Learn language skills by practicing to trace uppercase G.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Lowercase g
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Lowercase g

      Get familiar with writing by learning to trace lowercase g.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
      VIEW DETAILS
    • Let's Make the Letter H
      Handwriting
      Let's Make the Letter H

      Let's take a look at how to make the letter H with this game.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Uppercase H
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Uppercase H

      Learn language skills by practicing to trace uppercase H.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Lowercase h
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Lowercase h

      Get familiar with writing by learning to trace lowercase h.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
      VIEW DETAILS
    • Tracing Small Letters With Standing & Sleeping Lines - i, l & t
      Handwriting
      Tracing Small Letters With Standing & Sleeping Lines - i, l & t

      Practice tracing small letters with standing and sleeping lines - i, l and t.

      Pre-K K L.K.1.A
      VIEW DETAILS
    • Let's Make the Letter I
      Handwriting
      Let's Make the Letter I

      Let's take a look at how to make the letter I with this game.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Uppercase I
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Uppercase I

      Learn language skills by practicing to trace uppercase I.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Lowercase i
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Lowercase i

      Get familiar with writing by learning to trace lowercase i.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Tracing Big Letters With Standing, Sleeping & Curvy Lines - J
      Handwriting
      Tracing Big Letters With Standing, Sleeping & Curvy Lines - J

      Enjoy tracing big letters with standing, sleeping & curvy lines - J.

      Pre-K K L.K.1.A
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    • Tracing Small Letters With Standing & Curvy Lines - u & j
      Handwriting
      Tracing Small Letters With Standing & Curvy Lines - u & j

      Kids will trace small letters with standing & curvy lines - u & j.

      Pre-K K L.K.1.A
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    • Let's Make the Letter J
      Handwriting
      Let's Make the Letter J

      Let's take a look at how to make the letter J with this game.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Uppercase J
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Uppercase J

      Learn language skills by practicing to trace uppercase J.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Lowercase j
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Lowercase j

      Get familiar with writing by learning to trace lowercase j.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
      VIEW DETAILS
    • Tracing Big Letters With Standing & Curvy Lines - K, M & N
      Handwriting
      Tracing Big Letters With Standing & Curvy Lines - K, M & N

      Practice tracing big letters with standing & curvy lines - K, M & N.

      Pre-K K L.K.1.A
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    • Tracing Small Letters With Standing & Curvy Lines - k
      Handwriting
      Tracing Small Letters With Standing & Curvy Lines - k

      Have fun tracing small letters with curvy & standing lines - k.

      Pre-K K L.K.1.A
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    • Let's Make the Letter K
      Handwriting
      Let's Make the Letter K

      Let's take a look at how to make the letter K with this game.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    • Time to Trace Uppercase K
      Handwriting
      Time to Trace Uppercase K

      Learn language skills by practicing to trace uppercase K.

      Pre-K L.K.1.A
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    What Is Writing for Kids?

    Learning to write involves acquiring the ability to form letters, words, and sentences using various techniques like tracing and practicing sight words. It's a developmental process where kids enhance their fine motor skills and build a foundation for effective communication through written expression.

    Writing for kids is the process of learning how to put thoughts and ideas into words on paper. It's an essential skill that helps children express themselves and communicate effectively. Learning to write can be challenging for young learners, as it involves coordination and practice. However, incorporating games and interactive activities can make the learning journey more enjoyable and easier. 

    Kids gradually develop their writing skills, starting with basic letters and progressing to forming sentences and paragraphs, fostering creativity and communication along the way.

    Foundational Writing Skills for Kids

    Let's look at a few important writing skills that kids need to learn for effective communication through writing.

    Letter Tracing

    Letter tracing for kids involves following the shapes of letters with a pencil or finger. It helps children learn the correct formation of letters and improves fine motor skills. Tracing also enhances letter recognition and reinforces the connection between visual and motor skills, setting a strong foundation for writing. 

    Do you want to make letter tracing fun for kids? Try our interactive Letter Tracing Games covering all A-Z letters for engaging and effective writing exercises!

    Writing Sight Words

    Sight words are words that children instantly recognize by sight or learn as a whole by sight without needing to sound them out. Identifying words by sight accelerates their reading speed and fluency. Writing sight words for kids involves practicing and memorizing common words that appear frequently in texts. 

    A few examples of sight words are he, she, they, his, you, yes, day, and, see, etc.

    Writing sight words aids in building a strong reading foundation as sight words often can't be sounded out. Writing them repeatedly enhances recognition, spelling, and fluency, facilitating smoother reading. 

    Elevate the learning experience with our interactive Writing Sight Words Games, making learning enjoyable and fun.

    How to Support and Promote a Love for Writing in Kids

    1. Acknowledge Effort: Celebrate even the smallest writing accomplishments, recognizing the effort invested by young writers.
    2. Constructive Feedback: Offer valuable feedback to help them improve, sharing your writing insights and encouraging their progress.
    3. Motivation: Instill confidence and motivation, emphasizing that skill development takes time and practice.

    Explore SplashLearn's curated collection of engaging online educational games and activities. These resources combine entertainment with learning, fostering your child's growth as a creative thinker and proficient writer.

    Importance of Teaching Writing to Kids through Games

    Utilizing online ELA games to improve writing skills is the best way to help kids fall in love with reading and writing. Here are a few notable benefits:

    What Are the 5 Best Fun Writing Games and Activities for Kids?

    Here are a few fun writing games for elementary students by SplashLearn:

    1. Learn to Write the Sight Words Game
    2. Let’s Make the Letter E Game
    3. Tracing the Small Letters with Standing and Curvy Lines - b and p Game
    4. Tracing the Small Letters with Sleeping and Curvy Lines - e Game
    5. Time to Trace Uppercase D Game
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