Cursive K — how to write K and k in cursive
Uppercase K and lowercase k in traditional US school cursive, with the strokes explained in plain words, the joins you'll use most and a free tracing worksheet.
Common joins with k
How to write a lowercase k in cursive
Swing up to the top line in a loop, come straight down, then go back up to make a small loop at the midline and kick out to the baseline.
How to write an uppercase K in cursive
Pull down a stem from the top line, then from the top right draw a curve in to the middle of the stem and out again to the baseline.
Common mistakes with cursive k
The little loop of k touches the stem — that is what makes it different from h.
Practice words with k
The K worksheet ends with two joined words — “kite” and “kid” — so your child practices the letter inside a word, not just on its own. Common pairs to practice next: ke, ki, kn, ky.
The same letter, another way: bubble letter K to color in. Need the whole alphabet? Print the cursive alphabet chart or make a cursive name tracing sheet.
Frequently asked questions
How do you write k in cursive?
Swing up to the top line in a loop, come straight down, then go back up to make a small loop at the midline and kick out to the baseline.
How do you write a capital K in cursive?
Pull down a stem from the top line, then from the top right draw a curve in to the middle of the stem and out again to the baseline.
Is the cursive K worksheet free?
Yes — download the tracing or practice sheet for K as a PDF on US Letter or A4, free and without sign-up.