Color and Trace Worksheets
These free printable color and trace worksheets combine two kindergarten favorites: tracing dotted outlines and coloring the finished picture. Kids trace animals, shapes, and everyday objects, then color them in, a simple, low-pressure way to build pencil control and hand strength before moving to handwriting practice.
Looking for a themed set? Check out our Weather Trace and Color pages - suns, clouds, rainbows, and storms.
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Trace, Color, Connect the Dots - 2
Trace, Color, Connect the Dots - 4
Trace, Color, Connect the Dots - 3
Trace, Color, Connect the Dots - 1
Trace and Color
Coloring and Tracing
Color and Trace
Rainy - Trace and Write
Trace, Color, Connect the Dots - 5
Chameleon - Trace and Color
Leprechaun's Hat - Trace and Color
Kangaroo - Trace and Color
Camel - Trace and Color
Alligator - Trace and Color
Tornado - Trace and Color
Rainbow - Trace and Color
Thunderstorm - Trace and Color
Rain Clouds - Trace and Color
Cloud - Trace and Color
Sun - Trace and Color
Trace and Color - Complex Shapes
More Tracing & Fine Motor Practice
- Weather Tracing - trace and color sun, rain, clouds, and more
- Tracing Shapes - dedicated shape-tracing practice
- Connect the Dots - number sequencing plus coloring
- Letter Tracing - for tracing practice that focuses on letters specifically
Frequently Asked Questions
What skills do color and trace worksheets build?
Tracing builds pencil control, hand strength, and the fine motor skills needed for handwriting, while coloring adds practice with focus and staying within lines.
What age are these worksheets for?
These work well for preschool and kindergarten-age children (roughly ages 3-6) who are just starting to hold and control a pencil.
Do these worksheets include letters?
Most focus on tracing animals, shapes, and objects rather than letters. For letter-specific tracing practice, see our Letter Tracing worksheets instead.
