Race to the R

This early literacy worksheet supports students in Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Grade 1 as they practice uppercase letter formation, phonics awareness, and handwriting development. Learners trace and write the uppercase letter R using guided models that emphasize proper stroke order, while a rainbow illustration provides a visual and phonetic cue to strengthen sound-letter connections.

Skills Reinforced

• Uppercase Letter Formation (Pre-K-Grade 1) – Practice correct stroke order, shape, and spacing for the uppercase letter R.
• Letter Recognition & Phonics – Connect the letter R to its beginning sound through a clear visual prompt.
• Fine Motor & Hand Control – Strengthen muscle control, coordination, and precision through repeated writing practice.
• Print Awareness – Build understanding of letter size, placement, and consistency in written text.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed by educators to align with early literacy and handwriting standards.
• Stroke-Order Focus – Guides students to form letters correctly from the start.
• Visual Vocabulary Support – Rainbow image reinforces phonemic awareness and word association.
• Flexible Use – Ideal for literacy centers, handwriting lessons, morning work, or homeschool instruction.

This printable worksheet helps young learners develop strong handwriting habits while reinforcing letter recognition and phonics skills. By practicing uppercase R through guided tracing and independent writing, students improve visual-motor coordination, writing confidence, and early literacy foundations. Perfect for classroom or homeschool use, this no-prep activity provides meaningful, developmentally appropriate practice that supports successful early writing.

This worksheet is part of our Uppercase Letter Tracing collection.