Lowercase cursive d is a downcurve letter: it starts at the midline and curves down and around to the left, like the start of a c. Capital cursive D is written larger and does not always join to the next letter — many writers lift the pencil after it.
Words that start with D
After tracing the letter, try a word: type one of these into the box above and practice it in cursive.
- Dog
- Duck
- Dinosaur
- Donut
- Drum
- Dolphin
What it is good for
- Learning to write D in cursive
- Cursive practice in 2nd and 3rd grade
- Practicing initials and a cursive signature
- Adults relearning cursive handwriting
How to make and print it
- Type the name (or letters). For several children, put one name on each line.
- Choose print or cursive, gray or dotted tracing letters, and a line size that suits the child’s age.
- Click Download PDF and print at 100% / Actual size.
More tracing worksheets
Letter tracing A to Z
Cursive letters A to Z
Number tracing 1 to 20
Frequently asked questions
Does lowercase cursive d connect to the next letter?
Yes. Every lowercase cursive letter ends with a stroke that joins the next letter. The worksheet includes a row of "ddd" so you can practice the connection.
Which cursive style is this?
Traditional American cursive (the Playwrite US Trad font), similar to the style taught in many US schools. Letter shapes vary a little between handwriting programs.