Meet the letter M with a playful monkey!
This free printable tracing worksheet introduces both the uppercase M and lowercase m, along with a cheerful monkey illustration that adds fun to every lesson. It’s designed for preschool and kindergarten learners to build early handwriting confidence, recognize letter shapes, and practice phonics in an engaging way.
Through tracing and coloring, children strengthen their fine motor skills and connect the /m/ sound to real-world words like monkey, moon, and milk. The clean, simple layout makes it easy for young learners to focus and enjoy the process.
What’s Inside the Letter M Printable
- Large uppercase M and lowercase m — dotted outlines for clear tracing and handwriting practice
- Monkey illustration — helps connect the letter M with a familiar animal
- Minimalist, child-friendly design — perfect for preschool classrooms or home learning
The bold tracing lines guide children through proper letter formation while allowing room for creativity through coloring. As kids trace repeatedly, they gain better control of their pencil strokes and develop muscle memory for future writing tasks.
How to Use This Printable
- Print on A4 or US Letter paper.
- Provide pencils for tracing and crayons or washable markers for coloring.
- Practice aloud together: “M is for Monkey” (emphasize the /m/ sound).
- Encourage kids to trace slowly and stay on the lines.
- Ask children to name other M words — like moon, milk, or mountain.
- Display their completed work or keep it in an alphabet learning binder.
This worksheet fits perfectly into phonics lessons, morning literacy activities, or home practice sessions. It’s short enough to hold attention but rich enough to reinforce early reading and writing skills.
Learning Benefits
- Builds letter recognition and connects letter shapes to sounds
- Improves fine motor coordination and early handwriting control
- Encourages focus, creativity, and confidence
- Enhances phonemic awareness through repetition and association
By combining visual, auditory, and tactile learning, this activity helps children remember the letter M more effectively — setting a strong foundation for literacy.
Extension Ideas
- Have kids draw other M words, like moon, muffin, or mouse.
- Create a “Monkey Maze” game — let them trace M’s around the page for fun.
- Follow up with the Letter N Tracing Worksheet to keep the learning journey going.
Download the free printable PDF below and let your learners have fun tracing the letter M with their mischievous monkey friend!
Find more alphabet resources in the Alphabet Activities Collection.
