These pre primer handwriting worksheets give your young learners simple, structured practice with early sight words. This printable packet includes 76 pages based on the Dolch Pre-Primer list, helping children build handwriting skills, word recognition, and sentence awareness in a print-and-go format.
These pages are designed for beginning readers who are just starting to connect sight words with writing.
My almost 6-year-old and 2nd grader had a great time practicing their handwriting with the handwriting color words worksheets! It was a fun change of pace for them.
Not only did they practice writing and recognizing color words, they were reminded about sentence structure, capitalization, and punctuation. Also, my second grader had some practice with nouns, verbs and adjectives. I love it when worksheets or printables span a couple of grades and stages!
Because they enjoyed the handwriting color words packet, I decided to make my Kindergartner a set of worksheets using the Pre Primer Dolch list. She needs quite a bit of practice with a few of those words, and this is a fun way to help her with that.
Note: This packet was originally published in April 2015. The packet and post have been updated several times through the years. Please download the newest version and enjoy again!
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Pre Primer Handwriting Worksheets: Dolch Sight Word Sentences
The Dolch sight words list contains 220 high-frequency that is separated into lists that increase in difficulty. These words are also called ‘common words’ since they are used so frequently in every day language and writing. This packet focuses on the Pre-Primer Dolch sight word list.
This packet includes all Pre-Primer Dolch words, excluding the words ‘a’ and ‘I’.
At a Glance – Pre Primer Handwriting Worksheets: Dolch Sight Word Sentences
Ages: Preschool–Kindergarten
Pages: 76 printable worksheets
Skills: handwriting, early sight words, sentence recognition, fine motor skills
Prep: print-and-go
Use for: early handwriting practice, morning work, homeschool language arts, beginner readers
These are helpful when your child is just starting handwriting and needs simple, consistent practice without overwhelming pages.
Pre Primer Handwriting Worksheets: What’s Included
This set of pre-primer handwriting worksheets includes 76 printable pages based on the Dolch Pre-Primer sight word list.
Each word is practiced on two separate pages, giving your child repeated exposure in a simple, consistent format.
Every worksheet includes:
- One pre-primer sight word at the top of the page
- A short, easy-to-read sentence using that word
- Primary writing lines for handwriting practice
- A small black-and-white picture that matches the sentence (perfect for coloring)
The sentences are intentionally short and straightforward, making them a good fit for early readers who are just beginning to connect reading and writing.
These worksheets are designed to build confidence with:
- Early sight word recognition
- Sentence structure
- Proper spacing and letter formation
- Beginning handwriting skills
Because the format stays the same from page to page, your child can focus on the words and writing without having to learn a new layout each time.
Sample Sentences from the Worksheets
The sentence on each pre primer handwriting worksheet is intentionally simple. There is enough room for your child to write the sentence twice if he has enough writing stamina.
The packet contains 2 different sentences for each sight word.
Pre Primer Sight Word here
For example, the 2 sentences for the word here include:
- He wants to sit here.
- Here is the lost dog!
Pre Primer Sight Word help
The two sentences for the pre primer sight word help include:
- Will you help me?
- I will help you!
Ideas for Using These Worksheets
I currently have a Kindergartner and 2nd grader that will use these pages. Here are my plans:
My Kindergartner will work on 1 page each day, and my 2nd grader will complete 3-5 pages each day.
The focus for my Kindergartner is the actual Pre-Primer word and understanding that the word is used in a sentence.
My 2nd grader is working on capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. She also determines the noun, verb, and adjective – if there is one – in each sentence. She is working on proficiency with these handwriting worksheets.
Each sentence is intentionally simple as to not overwhelm them with words on a page. Also, it’s an extra bit of simple reading practice for my Kindergartner.
Lastly, each page includes a picture that correlates to the sentence. I intentionally left the picture as black and white for those kiddos that love to color!
Download Your Pre-Primer Handwriting Worksheets
If you’d like the full set of 76 pages, you can purchase the complete packet here:
Pre Primer Handwriting Worksheets: Dolch Sight Word Sentences
Pre-primer handwriting worksheets with Dolch sight word sentences.
This 76-page printable packet gives beginning readers simple, consistent practice with early sight words, handwriting, and sentence structure.
➡️ If you are an All Access Pass member, simply go to the Handwriting and Copywork page and you will find this one-click download there.
Included in Dolch Handwriting Bundle 1
This packet is included in Dolch Handwriting Bundle 1, which combines the early sight word levels into one easy-to-use resource.
If you’re working through multiple levels (Pre-Primer, Primer, and 1st Grade), the bundle is the most cost-effective option and keeps everything organized in one place.
Dolch Sight Word Handwriting Worksheets Bundle 1
Dolch sight word handwriting worksheets bundle with Pre-Primer, Primer, and 1st Grade sentence-writing sets.
Includes 262 print-and-go pages.
More Handwriting Worksheets
Browse more handwriting worksheets here at Mama’s Learning Corner, including additional Dolch sight word levels and themed sentence practice for early learners.
- Dolch Sight Word Tracing and Writing Cards
- 1st Grade Handwriting Worksheets: Dolch Sight Word Sentences
- 2nd Grade Handwriting Worksheets: Dolch Sight Word Sentences
- 3rd Grade Handwriting Worksheets: Dolch Sight Word Sentences
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