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Pre-K handwriting worksheet with tracing practice for the letter A and short A words like mad, sad, and wax.
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Short A Handwriting Practice

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This Pre-K handwriting worksheet introduces the short A sound through letter and word tracing. Children practice writing the letter a and trace simple CVC words including mad, sad, wax, and tax. Suitable for early phonics instruction, beginning handwriting practice, or as a learning station activity.

Subject:
English / Language Arts
Topic:
Phonics
Grade Level:
Pre-K
Updated May 2026

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