Exciting learning starts with the letter E!
This free printable tracing worksheet helps children recognize, trace, and pronounce the letter E, while coloring a simple egg illustration. It’s a great way to support early literacy development, combining phonics, handwriting practice, and creative fun in one engaging activity.
Perfect for preschool and kindergarten learners, this worksheet introduces children to both uppercase E and lowercase e through guided tracing and repetition. The egg illustration helps reinforce the sound connection — “E is for Egg!” — making it easy for kids to remember.
What’s Inside the Letter E Printable
This worksheet offers everything needed to build early writing confidence and sound awareness:
- Large uppercase E and lowercase e — with bold, clear outlines for tracing
- Egg illustration — connects the /e/ sound to a simple, everyday object
- Clean layout — helps kids stay focused without unnecessary distractions
Children can color the egg in yellow, brown, or white while practicing the sound and tracing movements. The combination of visual learning and hands-on writing keeps them engaged and motivated.
How to Use This Printable
- Print on A4 or US Letter paper for easy classroom or home use.
- Provide pencils, crayons, or washable markers for tracing and coloring.
- Say the sound together: “E is for Egg” — emphasize the short /e/ sound.
- Trace the uppercase and lowercase letters carefully, following the dotted lines.
- Ask children to name other words starting with E — like elephant, envelope, or engine.
- Display the finished page or add it to an alphabet learning binder to track progress.
This printable can be used during phonics lessons, morning literacy activities, or quiet learning time. It’s short, simple, and encourages daily letter practice in just a few minutes.
Learning Benefits
- Builds phonemic awareness and connects letters to sounds
- Strengthens fine motor coordination and pencil control
- Improves focus, concentration, and tracing accuracy
- Encourages creativity and confidence in early learners
Regular practice with printables like this helps children master both letter recognition and handwriting skills — the building blocks of strong literacy.
Extension Ideas
- Try coloring different types of eggs — chicken, bird, or dinosaur!
- Practice saying the E sound in short words like “egg,” “elf,” and “end.”
- Follow up with the Letter F Tracing Worksheet to keep the alphabet journey going.
Download the free printable PDF below and let your child enjoy learning the letter E with a simple and friendly egg illustration!
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