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Ostrich Dot to Dot: 55 Dots for the Fastest Bird
Connect 55 easy dots to reveal the magnificent Ostrich — the largest living bird on Earth! Ostriches can't fly but they sprint faster than a horse. This printable worksheet helps early elementary children practise number sequencing and pencil control while learning about this amazing animal.
Difficulty
Easy
| Ages: | 5-8 |
|---|---|
| Dots: | 1–55 |
| Difficulty | Easy |
Fun fact: Ostriches are the fastest running birds on Earth, reaching speeds of up to 45 mph!
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How to Solve the Ostrich Dot-to-Dot Puzzle
Did you know ostriches are the largest birds alive today — and they are actually living relatives of the dinosaurs? Everything about an ostrich is built for speed and survival on the open African plains. This dot to dot is a wonderful way to explore one of nature's most extraordinary creatures. Sharpen a pencil, find dot 1, and let's bring this magnificent bird to life!
1–8 — The Head and Beak
Start at dot 1 and connect through to dot 8 to sketch the ostrich's small, rounded head and flat beak. The head is surprisingly tiny compared to the bird's body — children naturally notice this, which opens a great conversation about animal proportions. Short, gentle strokes work best here.
Fun fact!
An ostrich's eye is larger than its brain — at roughly two inches across, it is the biggest eye of any land animal on Earth. Those enormous eyes help it spot predators like lions and cheetahs from very far away across the flat savanna.
An ostrich's eye is larger than its brain — at roughly two inches across, it is the biggest eye of any land animal on Earth. Those enormous eyes help it spot predators like lions and cheetahs from very far away across the flat savanna.
9–20 — The Long Neck
Continue from dot 9 to dot 20 to draw the long, graceful neck that sweeps down from the head to the body. This is one of the most satisfying sections of the puzzle — children learn to keep their pencil moving in one flowing direction without lifting it. A lovely lesson in smooth line control.
Fun fact!
An ostrich's neck can be up to three feet long and is almost entirely featherless. The bare skin changes colour when the ostrich is excited or trying to attract a mate — turning bright pink or red. Nature's own mood ring!
An ostrich's neck can be up to three feet long and is almost entirely featherless. The bare skin changes colour when the ostrich is excited or trying to attract a mate — turning bright pink or red. Nature's own mood ring!
21–35 — The Body and Wings
Trace dots 21 through 35 to fill out the ostrich's round, fluffy body and its small, decorative wings. Although ostriches cannot fly, their wings still play an important role. Children practise drawing rounder, more oval shapes here — a different challenge from the straight lines of the neck.
Fun fact!
Ostriches use their wings like a rudder when they run, tilting left or right to help them change direction at speed. They also spread them wide to shade their chicks from the blazing African sun — built-in parasols!
Ostriches use their wings like a rudder when they run, tilting left or right to help them change direction at speed. They also spread them wide to shade their chicks from the blazing African sun — built-in parasols!
36–46 — The Powerful Legs
Connect dots 36 to 46 to draw the two long, muscular legs. These are the fastest legs of any bird on the planet, and children begin to appreciate just how long they are relative to the body. Encourage steady, confident downward strokes — this section rewards a bold hand.
Fun fact!
An ostrich can sprint at up to 45 miles per hour and keep running at 30 mph for extended distances. A single stride can cover up to 16 feet — about the length of a family car. Trying to outrun one would be a very bad idea!
An ostrich can sprint at up to 45 miles per hour and keep running at 30 mph for extended distances. A single stride can cover up to 16 feet — about the length of a family car. Trying to outrun one would be a very bad idea!
47–55 — The Feet and Tail Feathers
Finish by connecting dots 47 through 55 to add the distinctive two-toed feet and flowing tail feathers. Ostriches are the only birds with just two toes on each foot. Children practise smaller, more detailed work here — a great exercise in precision as the puzzle nears completion.
Fun fact!
Each ostrich foot has one large dominant toe with a long, tough nail that acts like a hoof — great for running on hard ground! Ostriches are surprisingly brave and will stand their ground to protect their chicks. A very bold bird indeed!
Each ostrich foot has one large dominant toe with a long, tough nail that acts like a hoof — great for running on hard ground! Ostriches are surprisingly brave and will stand their ground to protect their chicks. A very bold bird indeed!
Superb effort — your ostrich is ready to race! Did you count all 55 dots? Try writing the numbers 1 to 55 on the back of the page as a bonus number challenge — parents and teachers love that one. Looking for more classroom-friendly pages? Explore more dinosaur dot to dot printables to keep the fun going.
Coloring Guide
Ostrich: Classic Real-Life Colors
This familiar palette uses colors commonly seen on the real subject.
- 1–8 (The Head and Beak): Crayola Olive Green — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
- 9–20 (The Long Neck): Crayola Forest Green — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
- 21–35 (The Body and Wings): Crayola Brown — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
- 36–46 (The Powerful Legs): Crayola Olive Green — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
- 47–55 (The Feet and Tail Feathers): Crayola Forest Green — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
Ostrich: Soft Natural Colors
This lighter palette reflects a real sunlit or pale version of the subject.
- 1–8 (The Head and Beak): Crayola Gray — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
- 9–20 (The Long Neck): Crayola Silver — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
- 21–35 (The Body and Wings): Crayola Tan — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
- 36–46 (The Powerful Legs): Crayola Gray — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
- 47–55 (The Feet and Tail Feathers): Crayola Silver — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
Ostrich: Bold Real-Life Colors
This stronger palette is inspired by real materials, markings, or painted versions.
- 1–8 (The Head and Beak): Crayola Raw Sienna — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
- 9–20 (The Long Neck): Crayola Mahogany — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
- 21–35 (The Body and Wings): Crayola Goldenrod — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
- 36–46 (The Powerful Legs): Crayola Raw Sienna — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
- 47–55 (The Feet and Tail Feathers): Crayola Mahogany — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
