Cursive T — how to write T and t in cursive
Uppercase T and lowercase t 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 t
How to write a lowercase t in cursive
Slant up to just below the top line, come straight back down, finish with an exit stroke and cross the t last.
How to write an uppercase T in cursive
Draw a wavy line across the top, then pull a stem down from the middle of it that curls to the left at the baseline.
Common mistakes with cursive t
Lowercase t is shorter than l and has no loop.
Practice words with t
The T worksheet ends with two joined words — “tree” and “top” — so your child practices the letter inside a word, not just on its own. Common pairs to practice next: th, tr, ta, to.
The same letter, another way: bubble letter T 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 t in cursive?
Slant up to just below the top line, come straight back down, finish with an exit stroke and cross the t last.
How do you write a capital T in cursive?
Draw a wavy line across the top, then pull a stem down from the middle of it that curls to the left at the baseline.
Is the cursive T worksheet free?
Yes — download the tracing or practice sheet for T as a PDF on US Letter or A4, free and without sign-up.