Forming Capital Letters
Form capital letters correctly; print many upper- and lowercase letters legibly
What a learner can do afterwards
- Write all 26 capital letters with correct formation
- Distinguish between uppercase and lowercase forms in own writing
- Use appropriate sizing so capitals are taller than lowercase letters
1 · Read
Capital letters are big, tall letters. They start every sentence you write. Names start with a capital letter too, like Mia or Sam. Every capital letter reaches from the top line to the bottom line.
Leo writes a capital L. He starts at the top line. He pulls his pencil straight down to the bottom line. Then he adds a short line across the bottom.
Every capital letter has a small partner. The partner is the same letter written small, like T and t. You say the same letter name for both. Some partners look alike, like C and c. Some look different, like A and a.
Make capital letters taller than lowercase letters. Check that capitals stand taller next to their lowercase partner.
Look inside each capital letter. Some capitals are all straight lines, like E, M, T, and V. Some start with a big curve, like C, G, O, and S. Capital B uses both: one straight line down, then two curves that curl out to the right. To write capital T, pull straight down from the top line, then lift your pencil and add a line across the top.
Capital T takes two moves. Start with the line down.
Capital letters are tall, and they start sentences and names.
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Practising Tall Letters
You can learn the alphabet's 26 letters a little at a time.
Use paper with lines to help you judge size. Capitals reach the upper line. Many lowercase letters are shorter, though some reach that line too.
Begin a capital at its top. Move your pencil slowly, following the strokes that form its shape. A and T have straight strokes. C and S have curved ones. B and R mix straight and curved strokes.
Choose a few letters to practise each day. Name each one while you write. Practice helps the shapes feel familiar, so you can form clear capitals that others can read.
Making Letters Clearer
Look over your handwriting for a letter that seems cramped or shaky. Choose that letter to practise. A letter chart can help you check its shape.
Try making larger letters at first. This can make their shapes easier to practise. Once they look clear, try smaller ones again.
Give yourself time to form each letter. Rushing can make shapes harder to read. A little practice each day can help your handwriting improve.
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