We all know adults who write numbers in weird and wonderful ways that are almost impossible to read. I'm left handed and start several numbers in the wrong place, which makes them look odd and difficult to read. It's vital that children learn the correct way to form their numbers, just as it is important to form their letters correctly. Make sure your children get the best possible start by using our writing numbers as digits worksheets.

When writing the number 1 always start at the top and make a straight line down to the line. It can slope slightly from right to left. Start by tracing over the grey number 1 with your finger, then use a thick crayon to draw over the number. Practise again and again using our other pages on writing the number 1.

When writing the number 2 always start at the top and make a lovely curve round and then along line. Start by tracing over the grey number 2 with your finger, then use a thick crayon to draw over the number. Practise again and again using our other pages on writing the number 2.

The number 3 starts at the top, moving from left to right before moving disagonally and finally in a neat curve. Start by tracing over the grey number 3 with your finger, without lifting your finger off the paper, then use a thick crayon to draw over the number. Practise again and again using our other pages on writing the number 3.