Color the rainbow
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"Color the rainbow - Color key" is written for Preschool (Ages 3-5). Children who are new to this can work with a grown-up beside them, and the instructions are meant to be read aloud. Older children who need more practice with light and color can use it as a short review.
Preschool light and color worksheet: Color the rainbow. Color only the pictures that fit. Answer key included. Part of our light and color earth and sky collection.
How do I use this worksheet?
Make a shadow with a flashlight or look at a rainbow picture first. A grown-up reads the directions, and the child colors, matches or circles.
What students will practice
- Students will name the colors of the rainbow.
- Students will find things that give off light.
- Students will match objects to their shadows.
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FAQ
How do I use this light and color worksheet?
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Make a shadow with a flashlight or look at a rainbow picture first. A grown-up reads the directions, and the child colors, matches or circles.
What does this worksheet teach?
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"Color the rainbow" (color key) is a coloring page with a color key at the top. Rainbow arcs, each starting with a color dot: red, orange, yellow, green, blue and purple. It practices noticing light, shadows and colors. An answer key is included.
Can I use this light and color worksheet for homeschool or classroom?
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Yes, both. We made it for Preschool Earth and sky, and the page works the same whether it lands on a kitchen table or a center rotation. At home, most families go through it together and talk the answers out loud, and that talking is where most of the learning happens with light and color. In class it runs well as independent work while you pull a small group. Print one copy or thirty, whichever the day needs.
How many Preschool light and color worksheets are there?
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14 printable worksheets, all free to preview. Downloads are included with a ClassWeekly free trial, and every page prints on standard 8.5 x 11 paper.
What age are light and color worksheets for?
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These are written for preschool children, roughly ages 3-5. Start with the first few pages, use the free preview to judge the fit, and come back to harder ones as your child gets steadier.
Does my child need to know how to write for these light and color worksheets?
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No. Most pages ask children to circle, trace, match, color, or cut and paste, and a few ask for a single number. A grown-up can read the instructions aloud, so children do not need to read yet.
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Worksheet Details
| Grade | Preschool |
| Subject | Science |
| Topic | Earth and Sky |
| Pages | 1 page |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Answer key | Included |
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