Trace the Word "Away"
tracing · ages preschool · easy
Editorial team · Published September 1, 2026
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This free printable handwriting worksheet focuses on the word "away," giving children a clear path to practice. At the top, a large, dashed "away" offers a bold starting point for tracing, making it easy to see the letter shapes and connections. Below this, three ruled handwriting rows provide further opportunities to refine their motor skills. Each row contains multiple dashed "away"s, allowing for satisfying repetition as they work their way through the page, building confidence with every trace.
To get the most out of this worksheet, encourage your child to trace each letter slowly and deliberately. Focus on starting at the correct point for each letter and following the dashed lines smoothly. Emphasize connecting the letters within the word "away" rather than treating them as separate characters. This helps develop the fluid motion necessary for good joined-up handwriting.
A great tip for parents and teachers is to laminate this worksheet after printing. Using a dry-erase marker, children can trace "away" repeatedly, turning one sheet into endless practice. This not only saves paper but also allows them to correct mistakes easily and reinforce the muscle memory needed for forming this common word correctly.
Teacher notes
Skills practiced
- Letter and number formation
- Pencil grip and stroke direction
- Hand-eye coordination
- Pre-writing strokes: lines, curves and circles
Suggested use in class
- Handwriting station: trace the dotted row, then write freehand on the last line
- Send home for daily practice; compare the first and last sheet of the week
Time estimate
10–15 minutes
Materials
- Printed page
- Pencil or thick crayon
- Optional: sheet protector and dry-erase marker for reuse
Download & print — it's free
US Letter (8.5×11"). Print at home, no sign-up needed.
Tip: set your printer to “Fit to page” for best results.
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Frequently asked questions
How can we reuse the tracing sheet?
Slip it into a plastic page protector and trace with a dry-erase marker — it wipes clean and one print lasts months. Rotating between pencil, crayon and finger-tracing keeps repetition from getting stale.
What comes after tracing the dashed lines?
Fading support: first trace the dashes, then copy the shape next to the model, then write it from memory. When your child can form it without the guide, they own it — most kids need many relaxed repetitions to get there, and that's normal.
What grip should my preschooler be using?
Many preschoolers still use a whole-fist grip, and that's fine — it usually matures into a tripod grip by age 5 without drilling. Short crayon stubs (really) nudge fingers into the right position naturally.