Welcome the wonderful letter W with this fun tracing worksheet!
This free printable alphabet activity introduces both the uppercase W and lowercase w, paired with a simple watch illustration to make learning engaging and relatable. Designed for preschool and kindergarten learners, it helps children strengthen their handwriting, recognize the letter W, and connect it with familiar words.
By combining tracing practice, phonics awareness, and creative coloring, this worksheet supports early literacy in an enjoyable and hands-on way.
What’s Inside the Letter W Printable
- Large uppercase W and lowercase w — dotted outlines to guide tracing and letter formation
- Watch illustration — connects the /w/ sound to a real-life object
- Clean, focused design — helps children stay engaged without distractions
Kids can trace each letter, color the watch in bright shades, and proudly say “W is for Watch!” — reinforcing both the sound and the shape of the letter.
How to Use This Printable
- Print on A4 or US Letter paper.
- Provide pencils or crayons for tracing and markers for coloring.
- Say aloud: “W is for Watch” (emphasize the /w/ sound).
- Encourage children to think of other W words, such as window, water, whale, or wagon.
- Let them trace slowly, focusing on clean, even lines.
- Hang the finished page on a wall or store it in an alphabet learning folder for review.
This activity fits beautifully into classroom literacy lessons, homeschool programs, or independent handwriting practice at home.
Learning Benefits
- Builds letter recognition and phonics understanding
- Strengthens fine motor skills and hand–eye coordination
- Improves focus and writing confidence
- Encourages creativity through coloring and self-expression
Each tracing and coloring exercise reinforces how letters look, sound, and connect to words in daily life — helping children move naturally from recognition to reading.
Extension Ideas
- Have children draw other W objects like a whale or windmill.
- Play a quick game: find and circle every W in a favorite picture book.
- Follow up with the Letter X Tracing Worksheet to keep the alphabet learning journey going.
Download the free printable PDF below and let your learners trace, color, and explore the letter W with their wonderful watch friend!
Find more alphabet tracing printables in the Alphabet Worksheets Collection.
