Welcome to our Animal Identification Worksheets for Ages 5-6! Designed to engage young learners, these worksheets help children explore the fascinating world of animals through fun and interactive activities. Each worksheet is tailored to enhance critical thinking and observational skills, allowing kids to recognize and categorize different animals. With vibrant illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions, your child will enjoy identifying animals while developing essential early learning skills. Perfect for home or classroom use, our worksheets promote hands-on learning and excitement about wildlife. Bring the animal kingdom to life for your little ones and watch them learn in a playful, educational environment!


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Printable Coloring Page: a fox and bird
Printable Coloring Page: a fox and bird

A Fox and Bird Coloring Page

Flex their creativity with this fun-filled coloring page: A Fox and Bird! Let kids express themselves through colors, allowing them to make each scene their own. This picture will bring joy to their art routine!
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Skunks Worksheet
Skunks Worksheet

Skunks Worksheet

Kids can learn fascinating information about a beloved and smelly animal with this fun worksheet. They'll read articles, texts, and look at an accompanying picture while reading. Captions and sidebars can give extra details. Finally, answer the given questions by selecting the correct response. Reading is a fun and informative way to gain knowledge!
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 54
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 54
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 54
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 29
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 29
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 29
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 73
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 73
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 73
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Animal Tracks: Find 1 Less Worksheet
Animal Tracks: Find 1 Less Worksheet

Animal Tracks: Find 1 Less Worksheet

Animals are all around us - wild and domestic. Ask your kids to name their favourites, then use this animal tracks worksheet to explore more. Help them circle the groups with 1 less animal track. It's a great way to learn about the creatures we share our world with!
Animal Tracks: Find 1 Less Worksheet
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Coloring Pages: Color the Cow and the Fields
Coloring Pages: Color the Cow and the Fields

Color the Cow and the Fields Coloring Pages

Let's color a cow in the field and create a new story about farm life! Use the tips in the left side of the picture and have fun! Other coloring sheets can be found at Kids Academy - download and print more materials and develop your kids' skills. Enjoy!
Color the Cow and the Fields Coloring Pages
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 6
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 6
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 6
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 56
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 56
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 56
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Coloring Pages: Color the Sheep in the Field
Coloring Pages: Color the Sheep in the Field

Color the Sheep in the Field Coloring Pages

Kids can have fun and study at the same time with Kids Academy's worksheets! Download and print the learning activities, such as coloring pages. Carefully color the sunny worksheet, take a look at the tips, and pick more free printable pages to enjoy. Let's have some fun together!
Color the Sheep in the Field Coloring Pages
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Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 1
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 1
Adding Up to 5 in the Forest: Page 1
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 8
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 8

Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 8

Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 8
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 2
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 2
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 2
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 14
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 14
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 14
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Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 46
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 46
Adding Up to 5 in the Sea: Page 46
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Preschool Matching Worksheets
Preschool Matching Worksheets

Animal Shadows Sorting Worksheet

This fun worksheet helps your child sharpen many skills. It features animals to match shapes and practice relative directions. Your child will sort animal features, practice spatial recognition, and recognize right/left. Plus, you can use it to start conversations about the animals. And try it also with fruits and veggies to boost sorting skills.
Animal Shadows Sorting Worksheet
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Baby Pandas Worksheet
Baby Pandas Worksheet

Baby Pandas Worksheet

Kids can't usually see pandas in person, but they can learn more about them with this fun worksheet! It includes a passage and picture, plus questions at the end to check kids' reading comprehension. Just ask them to read the text, check the "yes" and "no" boxes, and enjoy the fascinating facts about baby pandas!
Baby Pandas Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 4
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 4
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 4
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 18
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 18
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 18
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Carnivorous animals worksheet
Carnivorous animals worksheet

Carnivores Worksheet

Boost their vocabulary and help them explore the incredible world of carnivores.
Carnivores Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 41
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 41
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 41
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Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 17
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 17
Adding Up to 5 at the Zoo: Page 17
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What Am I? Worksheet
What Am I? Worksheet

What Am I? Worksheet

This worksheet assesses students' ability to differentiate between stories and texts they read for facts. Students learn to distinguish between reading for pleasure and reading for information. It includes statements from both a story and an informational text, and students must decide what type of text it is.
What Am I? Worksheet
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Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 47
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 47
Adding Up to 5 on the Farm: Page 47
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Animal identification is valuable for young children for several reasons. First, it enhances their understanding of the natural world. By learning about various animals and their distinctive features, children develop observational skills that foster curiosity and critical thinking.

Second, animal identification encourages empathy and respect for living beings. When children can recognize and name different animals, they grow more conscious of their unique characteristics and habitats, leading them to appreciate biodiversity and the importance of conservation.

Moreover, this knowledge can support language development. As children learn new names and descriptions, their vocabulary expands, facilitating communication skills crucial for their academic journey.

Animal identification also ties into broader educational themes, such as science and geography, making it a multidisciplinary approach. It promotes experiential learning, where children can engage through field trips, interactive lessons, or storytelling, making learning both effective and enjoyable.

Finally, teaching children about animals provides opportunities for bonding. Parents and teachers can engage in discussions, read books, or visit zoos together, fostering connections and enriching the learning experience. Overall, incorporating animal identification into early education helps cultivate a well-rounded, compassionate, and knowledgeable individual.