Letter Tracing
Practice writing by tracing letters and shapes on a digital canvas!
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Is My Child Ready For This Activity?
Letter Tracing is great for children who are developing fine motor skills and are ready to practice forming letters and shapes. It helps bridge the gap between recognizing letters and writing them.
Levels & Progress
This activity does not have numbered difficulty levels—instead, children can choose what to trace:
| Category | What to Trace |
|---|---|
| Uppercase | A-Z capital letters |
| Lowercase | a-z small letters |
| Shapes | Circle, Square, Triangle |
| Lines | Curves, slashes for letter formation |
Gameplay Experience
- See the Template: A dotted letter or shape appears on the canvas
- Hear the Prompt: Jane says "Let's trace [letter/shape]"
- Trace Over: Use finger (touch) or mouse to draw over the template
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Get Scored: Real-time feedback shows your tracing accuracy:
- Completion: How much of the shape you've traced
- Accuracy: How close your lines are to the template
- Precision: How cleanly you stayed on the path
- Print Option: Print the tracing worksheet for offline practice!
Navigation: Use arrows or the menu to switch between letters/shapes.
Learning Objectives
- Fine Motor Skills: Controlling hand movements for writing
- Letter Formation: Learning correct stroke patterns
- Hand-Eye Coordination: Following a visual guide
- Shape Recognition: Identifying and reproducing shapes
- Pre-Writing Skills: Preparing for handwriting
Progress Tracking
Each tracing session tracks:
- The letter or shape being traced
- Completion percentage
- Accuracy score
- Precision score
- Overall score
This data helps identify which letters need more practice.
Sound On?
Recommended. The activity uses:
- Voice prompts announcing what to trace
- Sound effects for interactions
The activity works without sound, but audio prompts provide helpful guidance.
Pro Tip: Use the print button to create physical worksheets for practice away from the screen!
