Cursive Q — how to write Q and q in cursive
Uppercase Q and lowercase q 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 q
How to write a lowercase q in cursive
Make an oval like a, pull straight down below the baseline, then loop back up to the right and finish at the baseline.
How to write an uppercase Q in cursive
Make an uppercase 2-shaped curve: around from the top line, down to a small loop at the baseline and out to the right.
Common mistakes with cursive q
In English q is almost always followed by u, so practice the qu join.
Practice words with q
The Q worksheet ends with two joined words — “queen” and “quiet” — so your child practices the letter inside a word, not just on its own. Common pairs to practice next: qu.
The same letter, another way: bubble letter Q 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 q in cursive?
Make an oval like a, pull straight down below the baseline, then loop back up to the right and finish at the baseline.
How do you write a capital Q in cursive?
Make an uppercase 2-shaped curve: around from the top line, down to a small loop at the baseline and out to the right.
Is the cursive Q worksheet free?
Yes — download the tracing or practice sheet for Q as a PDF on US Letter or A4, free and without sign-up.