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Ages 3–4✏️ Pre-writing
Slithering snake – long wavy lines for ages 3–4
Three long wavy lines from big waves to small. The snake slithers to the apple and the child follows – in one smooth stroke without lifting the pencil.
Done — the sheet is in your downloads
In the print dialog choose actual size (100 %) and black and white. Add a thick triangular crayon.
Why is this sheet for ages 3–4?
A wave is a smooth stroke without corners – it trains the shoulder and wrist working together. Shrinking waves make the hand refine the movement gradually.
- A smooth stroke without lifting the pencil – the basis of cursive later.
- Three wave sizes = progression on one sheet.
- Hissing like a snake (“sssss”) links breath to movement and calms.
💬 Tip for parents
Let the child hiss like a snake while drawing — a long exhale naturally slows and smooths the stroke. Lifting the pencil is fine; the goal is to eventually manage the whole wave in one go.
