Mini Beast Colouring by Numbers Activities for Kids
EYFS › Fine Motor Skills › Numbers
File Type: PDF
No of Pages: 5
Age Group: 5-7
About This Resource
If you are looking for a fun way to keep your little ones busy while they learn, you are in the right place. Our "Mini Beast Colouring by Numbers Activities for Kids" pack is full of friendly garden creatures waiting to be brought to life with a splash of colour.
What is this resource?
This resource is a collection of mini beast colouring pages designed specifically for younger children. Each page features a different "creepy crawly" that children might find in their own back garden or a local park. You will find everything from spotted ladybirds to busy bees and fluttering butterflies.
Instead of just choosing any colour, children follow a simple number code at the bottom of the page. For example, number 1 might be bright red, and number 2 might be leaf green. It turns a simple drawing into a fun little puzzle that keeps children engaged for longer than a standard colouring sheet.
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Who is it for?
We have made these activities with toddlers, preschoolers, and children in their first few years of school in mind. They are a perfect fit for EYFS Activities where children are just starting to recognise their numbers and learn how to hold a pencil properly.
If you have a child in Key Stage 1, these pages are a great way to wind down after a busy day of Year 1 English Activities. They are simple enough for children to do on their own, which helps build their confidence, but they are also detailed enough to be interesting for older children in the 3-11 age range.
What will children learn?
While it looks like just a bit of fun, there is a lot of important learning happening! First, children get to practise number recognition. They have to look at the code, find the matching number on the picture, and then pick the right crayon. This is a brilliant way to build early maths skills without it feeling like a "lesson."
Second, it helps with fine motor skills. Staying inside the lines of our mini beast colouring pages helps strengthen the small muscles in their hands. This is really important for when they start learning to write. Finally, it is a lovely introduction to nature. As they colour, you can talk about the different parts of the insects, like how many legs they have or why a bee has stripes.
Tips for home and school
In the classroom, these make a fantastic "quiet time" activity or a starter for a science topic about living things. You could even use them as part of your Year 2 Maths Worksheets rotation to help children who need a bit more practice with number matching and following instructions.
At home, try printing a few off for a rainy afternoon. Once they are finished, why not take the pages outside? You could go on a "minibeast hunt" in the garden to see if you can find the real-life versions of the creatures they just coloured. It is a great way to connect what they see on the page to the world around them.
We hope your children enjoy meeting these garden friends as much as we enjoyed creating them.
Happy colouring and happy hunting!
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What age group is this resource best for?
These activities are designed for children aged 3 to 7, covering EYFS and Key Stage 1. The simple number codes make them accessible for preschoolers, while the detailed insect designs keep older children interested.
Q: Do I need any special equipment to use these pages?
Not at all! You just need a printer and some basic colouring tools like crayons, coloured pencils, or felt-tip pens. The number code uses standard colours that you will find in almost any basic stationery set.
Q: How does this help with my child's schoolwork?
These pages support the UK National Curriculum by helping children with number recognition and fine motor control. They also link perfectly to early science topics about "Living Things and Their Habitats" by introducing common UK garden insects.
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