Cursive A Worksheets
On this page, you will find a complete set of free printable cursive A worksheets designed to help children and beginners master one of the most graceful letters in handwriting. Each page guides learners through the shapes, connections, and flow of the cursive “A” with simple, engaging exercises that make practice enjoyable.
In this collection, you’ll find three focused worksheet types that build skills step by step: Big Cursive “A” Letters, Cursive “A” Upper & Lowercase, and Cursive “A” 3 Letter Words.
Big Cursive A Letters
When starting cursive writing, it’s important to begin with large, clear shapes that show how each curve connects. The Big Cursive “A” Letters worksheet introduces the basic motion of the capital and small letter “A.”
To form a cursive capital A, begin with a gentle upward stroke that loops over to the left before curving down to form a pointed oval shape. Then bring your pen slightly upward again to create a smooth connecting tail. This helps children understand the rhythm of cursive lines and build early muscle memory.
For lowercase “a,” start at the midline, create a small curve similar to a printed “o,” then pull a short line upward and slightly to the right for a soft, natural finish. Practicing these big shapes slowly gives students a better sense of control and motion before they work on smaller writing.
Encourage learners to trace each letter multiple times, focusing on keeping their wrist relaxed and maintaining a smooth flow across the page.
Cursive A Upper & Lowercase
Once students feel comfortable forming each letter separately, they can move on to the Cursive “A” Upper & Lowercase worksheet. This section helps them connect uppercase and lowercase “A” together, teaching balance and proportion.
Start with an uppercase A at the beginning of the line and continue the motion into a lowercase a without lifting the pen. The continuous stroke helps train smooth transitions and even spacing between letters.
Remind learners that cursive writing is meant to feel connected, like a small dance between lines. Practicing both forms together builds confidence and reinforces consistency in slant, height, and line placement.
Cursive A 3 Letter Words
The final worksheet in this set is Cursive “A” 3 Letter Words, where students begin to apply what they’ve learned by writing simple words that include or start with the letter A.
Examples like “ant,” “ace,” and “art” give practice with connecting “A” to other letters naturally. Each word allows students to experience how cursive A flows into the next letter, improving rhythm and speed.
Encourage repeating these short words several times across the page, first by tracing and then writing freely. With time, learners will begin to see how their handwriting becomes smoother and more confident with each attempt.
How To Use These Worksheets
Here are some practical ways to get the most out of your cursive A worksheets:
- Start Large, Then Go Smaller: Begin with the Big Cursive “A” Letters worksheet to understand form and motion before moving to regular size writing.
- Focus on Flow, Not Perfection: In the Upper & Lowercase worksheet, let children focus on smooth pen movement rather than perfect alignment.
- Build Words Naturally: Use the 3 Letter Words worksheet to connect letters into real words. Encourage reading them aloud for better recall.
Repetition is the key to mastering cursive. The more often learners trace and write, the faster they will develop steady hand control and confidence in their strokes.
Begin Practicing Cursive A
All worksheets are free to download and print. You can use them at home, in the classroom, or as part of your daily handwriting routine.Start with the letter A today and help your students discover how elegant and enjoyable cursive writing can be one letter at a time.