Lowercase cursive z is a overcurve letter: it starts with an overcurve — a small hill that curves up and over to the right. Its tail drops below the baseline, into the space under the row. Cursive capital Z has a loop that drops below the baseline, just like lowercase z.
Words that start with Z
After tracing the letter, try a word: type one of these into the box above and practice it in cursive.
- Zebra
- Zoo
- Zipper
- Zero
- Zucchini
- Zigzag
What it is good for
- Learning to write Z 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 z 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 "zzz" 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.