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Velociraptor Dot to Dot — 54 Swift Dots, Free PDF
Connect the dots to reveal the clever Velociraptor — famous from Jurassic Park! In real life, Velociraptors were feathered hunters about the size of a turkey. This free dot to dot puzzle for kids builds number sequencing skills for ages 5–8.
Difficulty
Easy
| Ages: | 6-9 |
|---|---|
| Dots: | 1–54 |
| Difficulty | Easy |
Fun fact: "Velociraptor" means swift thief — it could sprint up to 25 mph!
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How to Solve the Velociraptor Dot-to-Dot Puzzle
Everyone thinks they know what a Velociraptor looks like — but this puzzle might surprise them! The real Velociraptor was feathered, roughly the size of a large turkey, and far cleverer than most of its dinosaur cousins. Hollywood made it bigger, but nature made it smarter. Grab a pencil and meet the real star of the Cretaceous!
1–8 — The Head and Jaws
Start at dot 1 and connect through to dot 8 to trace the long, narrow skull and slightly curved jaws. The Velociraptor had a particularly slender head compared to its body — children learn to follow a more elongated shape here, which is a useful shift from rounder dinosaur heads. Slow and steady wins this one.
Fun fact!
Velociraptor had around 80 small, serrated teeth designed for gripping rather than tearing. Studies of its brain cavity show it had excellent eyesight and a keen sense of smell — it hunted by sight, smell, and possibly hearing, making it a remarkably well-equipped little predator.
Velociraptor had around 80 small, serrated teeth designed for gripping rather than tearing. Studies of its brain cavity show it had excellent eyesight and a keen sense of smell — it hunted by sight, smell, and possibly hearing, making it a remarkably well-equipped little predator.
9–20 — The Neck and Feathered Body
Continue from dot 9 to dot 20 to build the curved neck and compact body. This is where children often start to see the bird-like quality of the Velociraptor, which makes for a wonderful classroom discussion. The dots curve smoothly — a good section for practising consistent pencil pressure.
Fun fact!
Palaeontologists have found quill knobs on Velociraptor arm bones — the same bumps you see on modern bird wings where feathers anchor in. Velociraptor was almost certainly covered in feathers, although it could not fly. It is essentially a small, flightless, hunting bird.
Palaeontologists have found quill knobs on Velociraptor arm bones — the same bumps you see on modern bird wings where feathers anchor in. Velociraptor was almost certainly covered in feathers, although it could not fly. It is essentially a small, flightless, hunting bird.
21–32 — The Arms and Hand Claws
Trace dots 21 through 32 for the relatively long arms and three-fingered hands. Unlike T-Rex's tiny arms, Velociraptor had arms it could actually use — for holding on and moving through its environment. Children practise sharper angles in this section, mimicking the angular, bird-wing shape of the forelimbs.
Fun fact!
Velociraptor's hand claws were strong and curved — very useful for gripping and holding on tight. Recent research suggests it may have used its arms similarly to how hawks and eagles perch on branches today, pressing down with its body weight.
Velociraptor's hand claws were strong and curved — very useful for gripping and holding on tight. Recent research suggests it may have used its arms similarly to how hawks and eagles perch on branches today, pressing down with its body weight.
33–44 — The Legs and Special Claw
Connect dots 33 to 44 to draw the powerful hind legs and that famous sickle-shaped claw on the second toe. Children often recognise this claw from films, which makes it a motivating section. The dots are close together here, encouraging precision and careful number recognition.
Fun fact!
The iconic curved claw on each foot was held off the ground when Velociraptor walked to keep it nice and sharp — a bit like a cat keeping its claws tidy! Scientists now think it was used mainly for gripping and holding on rather than anything else.
The iconic curved claw on each foot was held off the ground when Velociraptor walked to keep it nice and sharp — a bit like a cat keeping its claws tidy! Scientists now think it was used mainly for gripping and holding on rather than anything else.
45–54 — The Stiff Tail
Finish by connecting dots 45 through 54 to add the long, stiffened tail. Unlike the flexible tails of lizards, the Velociraptor tail was held straight out behind it, acting as a counterbalance when running and turning at speed. A confident, straight finish to a dynamic puzzle.
Fun fact!
Velociraptor could reach speeds of around 25 miles per hour — fast for a small predator, though slower than the Jurassic Park version. Its tail stiffened naturally through ossified tendons, letting it make sharp turns without toppling over, almost like a built-in stabiliser.
Velociraptor could reach speeds of around 25 miles per hour — fast for a small predator, though slower than the Jurassic Park version. Its tail stiffened naturally through ossified tendons, letting it make sharp turns without toppling over, almost like a built-in stabiliser.
Fantastic work! You have drawn one of the most misunderstood dinosaurs in history. Why not look up what Velociraptor actually looked like compared to the film version — it is a brilliant lesson that real life is often more interesting than fiction! Meet more prehistoric friends in our dinosaur dot to dot printable collection.
Coloring Guide
Velociraptor: Classic Real-Life Colors
This familiar palette uses colors commonly seen on the real subject.
- 1–8 (The Head and Jaws): Crayola Olive Green — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
- 9–20 (The Neck and Feathered Body): Crayola Forest Green — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
- 21–32 (The Arms and Hand Claws): Crayola Brown — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
- 33–44 (The Legs and Special Claw): Crayola Olive Green — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
- 45–54 (The Stiff Tail): Crayola Forest Green — This color gives this part its familiar real-life appearance.
Velociraptor: Soft Natural Colors
This lighter palette reflects a real sunlit or pale version of the subject.
- 1–8 (The Head and Jaws): Crayola Gray — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
- 9–20 (The Neck and Feathered Body): Crayola Silver — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
- 21–32 (The Arms and Hand Claws): Crayola Tan — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
- 33–44 (The Legs and Special Claw): Crayola Gray — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
- 45–54 (The Stiff Tail): Crayola Silver — A lighter shade helps show how this part can look in bright daylight.
Velociraptor: Bold Real-Life Colors
This stronger palette is inspired by real materials, markings, or painted versions.
- 1–8 (The Head and Jaws): Crayola Raw Sienna — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
- 9–20 (The Neck and Feathered Body): Crayola Mahogany — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
- 21–32 (The Arms and Hand Claws): Crayola Goldenrod — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
- 33–44 (The Legs and Special Claw): Crayola Raw Sienna — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
- 45–54 (The Stiff Tail): Crayola Mahogany — This deeper color reflects a real marking, material, or painted finish.
