Lined paper generator

Primary writing paper with a dashed middle line

Print primary writing paper for a beginner: a top line, a dashed middle line and a bottom line, at the height you choose. Add a picture box for draw and write pages, and a name line.

To keep a copy, choose “Save as PDF” as the printer. What you type stays on your device: it is not sent to us and not saved.

Your worksheet:

How to make your worksheet

  1. Choose the line height. Large is for preschool and kindergarten; small is for first and second grade.
  2. Choose blue and red lines, or plain gray lines that save ink.
  3. Add a picture box if your child will draw first and then write about the picture.
  4. Print as many pages as you need.

Why three lines?

The dashed middle line shows a beginner how tall each kind of letter is. Small letters such as a, c and e stay under it. Tall letters such as b, h and l go to the top line. Letters with tails, such as g and y, drop below the bottom line.

Draw first, then write

A picture box at the top turns a writing page into a story page. Ask your child to draw, tell you about it, and then write one sentence.

Good questions

How do I print primary writing paper?

Choose the line height above and press Print. To keep a copy, choose “Save as PDF” as the printer.

What is the dashed line in the middle for?

It marks how tall the small letters are. It helps a child keep letters the same size.

Can I add a picture box?

Yes. Turn on “Picture box at the top”.

Is the paper free?

Yes. Print as many pages as you like, at home or in class.

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