Cursive S — how to write S and s in cursive
Uppercase S and lowercase s 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 s
How to write a lowercase s in cursive
Slant up to just above the midline, come down in a curve to the baseline, close the bottom with a small loop to the left and swing out.
How to write an uppercase S in cursive
Start at the baseline, swing up to the top line in a loop and come down in a big curve that ends with a loop at the baseline.
Common mistakes with cursive s
Close the bottom of the s so it doesn't look like an r.
Practice words with s
The S worksheet ends with two joined words — “sun” and “seas” — so your child practices the letter inside a word, not just on its own. Common pairs to practice next: sa, sh, st, sp.
The same letter, another way: bubble letter S 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 s in cursive?
Slant up to just above the midline, come down in a curve to the baseline, close the bottom with a small loop to the left and swing out.
How do you write a capital S in cursive?
Start at the baseline, swing up to the top line in a loop and come down in a big curve that ends with a loop at the baseline.
Is the cursive S worksheet free?
Yes — download the tracing or practice sheet for S as a PDF on US Letter or A4, free and without sign-up.