Grades K–1
Write Number Words One to Ten
The number words one to ten on handwriting lines: a dark model, one to trace and room to write it on your own.
Writing worksheet · Handwriting
Copy the Silly Sentences
Four silly sentences to copy on handwriting lines, with finger spaces, capitals and periods.
- Grade level
- Grades 1–2
- Time
- About 20 minutes
- Topic
- Handwriting
- Answer key
- Not needed: answers vary
- Kids practice
- Letter formation, Spacing between words, Letter size and placement, Fine motor control
What kids do
“Copy each sentence in your neatest writing. Leave a finger space between words.”
Printed on the sheet:
- Six pigs jump in mud.
- A zebra plays drums.
- Five fox kits nap.
- We wave at the yak.
Teacher tip
Have kids put a finger down after each word before they write the next one.
How to use it
- Model each letter on the board, saying the strokes out loud (start at the top, pull down).
- Have kids trace the letter in the air and on their palm before the pencil.
- Let early writers draw first, then talk, then write.
Watch for
Letters started from the bottom. Gently redirect to top-down strokes before habits set.
Talk about it
- Which of your letters is your best one? Circle it.
- What did you change when you reread your work?
Take it further
Practice the same letters in a tray of sand, salt or shaving cream.
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