Grade 2 Handwriting and Writing Worksheets
United States
- Ages 7–8
- Elementary school
Free writing worksheets for Grade 2 in United States, made for children aged 7 to 8. This year children usually practise tracing words, handwriting practice paper, story writing paper and letter tracing and handwriting.
Sit at a table, hold the pencil with a relaxed grip and trace slowly: neatness first, speed later. Primary school children gain confidence by mastering one skill at a time before moving on.
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What children practise in Grade 2 writing
Tracing words
Topic words · Animals
Handwriting practice paper
Handwriting lines
Story writing paper
Story page
Letter tracing and handwriting
Topic words · Fruits
Curriculum links
- Common Core L.1.1.A: Print all upper- and lowercase letters.
- Common Core W.K.3: Use drawing, dictating and writing to tell about an event or events in order.
- Common Core W.1.3: Write narratives that recount two or more events in order, with some details and a sense of closure.
- Common Core W.2.3: Write narratives about a well-elaborated event or short sequence of events, using time words.
Ready-made writing sheets for Grade 2
Other subjects in Grade 2
Questions from parents and teachers
Are these worksheets free?
Yes. Every activity on this page is free to print and to play on screen, with no sign-up needed. A few library items marked Premium are part of a paid plan.
Can I print them?
Yes. Each sheet prints cleanly on A4 or US Letter paper. Press Print, then use your browser's print dialog or save it as a PDF.
Are answer keys included?
Yes for maths, reading and puzzle sheets: print the answer key with the sheet, or play it on screen and it is marked instantly.
Which curriculum do the Grade 2 sheets follow?
They follow the skills usually taught in Grade 2 in United States, in line with Common Core State Standards (US) and Next Generation Science Standards (US). Activities show the curriculum statements they practise where we have mapped them.
What age is Grade 2?
Grade 2 is usually for children aged 7 to 8 in United States. If your child needs more practice or a bigger challenge, use the pages for the years before and after.
Can I make my own version?
Yes. Press Make a new one on any activity to open it in the sheet maker. Change the level, the number of questions or the topic, and print as many different versions as you like.