
First day of school · Tracing
FREE PDFAGES 3–6NO SIGNUP
First Day Pattern Tracing
Practice pre-writing lines, zigzags, waves and loops with a back-to-school theme.
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Added 2026-10-25 · For grown-ups and little learners.

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GROWN-UP GUIDE
How to use this activity
Practice pre-writing lines, zigzags, waves and loops with a back-to-school theme.
You’ll need: US Letter paper, a printer and crayons or a pencil.
- Follow one line or letter with a finger first.
- Trace slowly with a pencil or crayon, taking breaks.
- Try the next line and celebrate the effort.
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What this activity practices
Pre-writingHand-eye coordinationFine motor skills
TALK ABOUT IT TOGETHER
Little questions, big conversations.
- What are you excited to learn at school?
- How do you feel about trying a new thing?
- Who can help you when you feel nervous?
INSPIRED BY A BIG WORLD STORY
Keep the adventure going.
Want more hands-on practice? Explore the My Learning Adventures workbook, with 108 pages of activities.




