Dinosaurs
Spinosaurus Dot to Dot — 74 Dots, Bigger Than T-Rex
Connect the dots to reveal the largest carnivorous dinosaur ever discovered — bigger than even T-Rex! Spinosaurus had a giant sail on its back and hunted fish in rivers. Great for 1st and 2nd graders who love big dinosaurs.
Difficulty
Medium
| Ages: | 6-10 |
|---|---|
| Dots: | 1–74 |
| Difficulty | Medium |
Fun fact: Spinosaurus could be up to 59 feet long — longer than a school bus!
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How to Solve the Spinosaurus Dot-to-Dot Puzzle
Move over, T-Rex — meet the Spinosaurus, the largest meat-eating dinosaur ever to walk the Earth! Longer than a school bus and equally at home in water as on land, Spinosaurus was a truly extraordinary animal. Its giant back sail makes it one of the most dramatic dinosaurs to draw. Grab a pencil and let this prehistoric giant rise from the page!
1–15 — The Head and Crocodile Jaws
Start at dot 1 and work through to dot 15 to sketch the long, narrow skull that looks more like a crocodile than a typical dinosaur. Children immediately notice how different this head shape is from T-Rex, which is a fantastic observation to encourage. The elongated snout rewards a steady, patient hand.
Fun fact!
Spinosaurus had cone-shaped teeth ideal for catching slippery fish — very different from the blade-like teeth of T-Rex. Its nostrils were positioned high on the skull, like a crocodile's, allowing it to keep most of its head submerged while still breathing. A brilliant piece of natural engineering.
Spinosaurus had cone-shaped teeth ideal for catching slippery fish — very different from the blade-like teeth of T-Rex. Its nostrils were positioned high on the skull, like a crocodile's, allowing it to keep most of its head submerged while still breathing. A brilliant piece of natural engineering.
16–30 — The Giant Sail
Continue from dot 16 to dot 30 to draw the towering sail that rises dramatically from the spine. This is the most thrilling section of the puzzle — the sail can be up to six feet tall, and children get to trace its full impressive height. Long, upward strokes build great arm confidence.
Fun fact!
The sail was supported by spines extending from the vertebrae, some stretching over five feet tall. Scientists still debate its purpose — it may have regulated temperature, stored fat like a camel's hump, or been a spectacular display structure for attracting mates or intimidating rivals.
The sail was supported by spines extending from the vertebrae, some stretching over five feet tall. Scientists still debate its purpose — it may have regulated temperature, stored fat like a camel's hump, or been a spectacular display structure for attracting mates or intimidating rivals.
31–45 — The Body
Trace dots 31 through 45 for the long, muscular body. Spinosaurus had a relatively low body profile compared to other large carnivores — adapted for swimming and wading in rivers. Children practise a flatter, more horizontal body shape here, which is a refreshing contrast to the upright stance of T-Rex.
Fun fact!
New fossil discoveries show Spinosaurus had short, dense bones — the opposite of what most dinosaurs had — which made it less buoyant and better suited to life underwater, much like modern diving birds. It is the only dinosaur we know of that spent significant time swimming.
New fossil discoveries show Spinosaurus had short, dense bones — the opposite of what most dinosaurs had — which made it less buoyant and better suited to life underwater, much like modern diving birds. It is the only dinosaur we know of that spent significant time swimming.
46–60 — The Sturdy Legs
Connect dots 46 to 60 to build the stocky hind legs that carried this giant along riverbanks. Spinosaurus walked on all fours much of the time, unlike the two-legged stance of T-Rex, so children get to practise a wider, more grounded stance here.
Fun fact!
Recent skeletal studies suggest Spinosaurus may have moved on four legs, at least while wading, making it very different from most large meat-eating dinosaurs — most of which walked upright on two legs.
Recent skeletal studies suggest Spinosaurus may have moved on four legs, at least while wading, making it very different from most large meat-eating dinosaurs — most of which walked upright on two legs.
61–74 — The Paddle-Shaped Tail
Finish with dots 61 through 74 to complete the long, broad, paddle-shaped tail. The tail was another recent discovery that shocked palaeontologists, making it an effective swimming tool. Children practise the wide, flat tail shape in this final section.
Fun fact!
Spinosaurus was likely a slow, clumsy walker on land but a strong swimmer in rivers. Its paddle-like tail was confirmed only in 2020 from newly found fossil specimens in Morocco — proving that even the most studied dinosaurs can still surprise us.
Spinosaurus was likely a slow, clumsy walker on land but a strong swimmer in rivers. Its paddle-like tail was confirmed only in 2020 from newly found fossil specimens in Morocco — proving that even the most studied dinosaurs can still surprise us.
Outstanding effort on a 74-dot challenge! Your Spinosaurus is ready to wade into the river. This is a wonderful puzzle to pair with a trip to the library — there are brilliant books written specifically for children about Spinosaurus's extraordinary story. Explore more dinosaur dot to dot printables to keep the fun going.
Coloring Guide
Spinosaurus: Classic Real-Life Colors
This familiar palette uses colors commonly seen on the real subject.
- 1–15 (The Head and Crocodile Jaws): Crayola Olive Green — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
- 16–30 (The Giant Sail): Crayola Forest Green — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
- 31–45 (The Body): Crayola Brown — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
- 46–60 (The Sturdy Legs): Crayola Olive Green — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
- 61–74 (The Paddle-Shaped Tail): Crayola Forest Green — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
Spinosaurus: Soft Natural Colors
This lighter palette reflects a real sunlit or pale version of the subject.
- 1–15 (The Head and Crocodile Jaws): Crayola Gray — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
- 16–30 (The Giant Sail): Crayola Silver — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
- 31–45 (The Body): Crayola Tan — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
- 46–60 (The Sturdy Legs): Crayola Gray — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
- 61–74 (The Paddle-Shaped Tail): Crayola Silver — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
Spinosaurus: Bold Real-Life Colors
This stronger palette is inspired by real materials, markings, or painted versions.
- 1–15 (The Head and Crocodile Jaws): Crayola Raw Sienna — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
- 16–30 (The Giant Sail): Crayola Mahogany — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
- 31–45 (The Body): Crayola Goldenrod — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
- 46–60 (The Sturdy Legs): Crayola Raw Sienna — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
- 61–74 (The Paddle-Shaped Tail): Crayola Mahogany — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
