Some are simple, with just a single line straight down like ‘l’. Whereas others follow more ... head back up for a second line, joined by a curve underneath like ‘u’ and ‘y’.

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joined by a curve underneath like ‘u’ and ‘y’. The exceptions are ‘i' and ‘j’, which always leaves an extra dot behind. Try practising your letter formation by clicking on the link ...