Free Turtle Worksheets for Preschoolers

Turtle worksheets were a fun part of our early homeschool days, they made it easy to weave learning into my son’s interests.

He was really into animals at that age, so having activities like tracing, counting, and letter recognition with a turtle theme kept him engaged without a lot of prep on my end.

These preschool printables were especially handy during quiet time or when I needed something simple that still supported early skills.

If you’re working on the alphabet, fine motor practice, or early math, this set can fit right in.

Preview of six printable turtle worksheets for preschool, including color by number, alphabet maze, letter recognition, tracing, and counting.

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What’s Included in the Free Turtle Worksheets

These turtle activities for preschoolers are free to print for personal or classroom use. Just scroll to the bottom of the page to grab the full PDF.

You’ll get 12 printable pages, six in full color and six in black and white. The black and white versions double as coloring pages, which is great for saving ink and giving kids a little extra creative time.

Turtle Writing Practice

Kids can start by coloring the turtle, then trace the word turtle in both uppercase and lowercase letters. It’s a simple way to support early writing skills while keeping things fun and hands-on.

Preschool writing practice worksheet featuring the word "TURTLE" in uppercase and lowercase dotted lines for tracing. A cute turtle illustration is partially colored in green and yellow. To the side are a box of Crayola 24-count crayons and two small turtle-themed LEGO minifigures.

Tracing helps build fine motor strength, hand-eye coordination, and pencil control, all important for writing readiness. It also reinforces letter recognition and gives preschoolers a chance to connect letter shapes with sounds as they practice.

Turtle-themed preschool writing practice worksheet featuring the word “TURTLE” in both uppercase and lowercase dotted letters for tracing. A large, smiling green turtle illustration is centered on the page. To the right are a green turtle LEGO minifigure and three blue glass counting gems.

Find the Letter T for Turtle

This worksheet starts with a simple coloring activity, then gives kids a chance to trace both uppercase and lowercase T. After that, they search for all the matching letters hidden in the circles.

It’s a great way to build visual discrimination skills and support early literacy. As kids look for specific letters, they start to notice the differences in shape and form, important steps toward reading and writing.

Connecting the letter T to a familiar word like turtle also helps reinforce both recognition and sound.

Preschool worksheet titled “Find the Letters” featuring a green turtle illustration and the prompt “T is for turtle.” Kids are instructed to trace the uppercase and lowercase “T” and then color the matching letters in the circle grid below. Several “T” and “t” letters have been highlighted in blue. A green turtle LEGO minifigure and three blue counting gems are placed beside the page.

Alphabet Maze

In this fun alphabet worksheet, kids help the turtle find its way home by following the alphabet in order from A to Z. They’ll color in each letter along the correct path, reinforcing letter sequencing as they go.

It’s a simple activity that supports both letter recognition and fine motor skills. As they trace the maze, kids practice the ABCs while building coordination and pencil control, perfect for early learners who need a little extra movement with their learning.

Preschool alphabet maze worksheet titled “Alphabet Maze” where kids help a turtle find its way home by following the lowercase alphabet in order. The maze consists of hexagons with letters, and the correct path from “a” to “z” is highlighted in yellow. A green turtle illustration marks the start, and a flower indicates the finish. Three blue counting gems are placed beside the worksheet.

Turtle Counting Worksheet

This turtle math worksheet helps preschoolers practice counting up to 5. Kids can color the turtles (great if you’re using the black-and-white version) and write the correct number in the space provided.

Turtle-themed preschool counting worksheet titled "Turtle Count," where children color and count groups of different turtle illustrations and write the correct number. Each row features a unique turtle design, with the answers written in yellow: 2, 5, 3, and 4. To the right of the worksheet are a box of Crayola crayons and three blue glass counting gems.

It’s a gentle way to build number recognition and early counting skills, using visuals that keep things fun and engaging. Whether they’re just starting with numbers or need extra practice, this worksheet fits nicely into any early math routine.

Turtle-themed preschool counting worksheet titled "Turtle Count" featuring four rows of different cartoon turtle designs. Each row asks the child to count and write the number of turtles, with the correct answers—2, 5, 3, and 4—written in yellow. To the side are two green turtle LEGO minifigures and three blue glass counting gems.

Turtle Tracing Worksheet

Kids can color four different turtles and their homes, then trace the zigzag paths to connect them. It’s a playful way to support early pencil control and fine motor development.

Turtle tracing worksheets like these help preschoolers strengthen the muscles in their hands and improve hand-eye coordination, important building blocks for writing letters and numbers later on. Simple, fun, and easy to fit into any preschool routine.

Turtle-themed preschool tracing worksheet titled "Turtle Tracing" featuring four cute green turtles on the left and matching lily pads on the right. Children are instructed to trace different types of horizontal lines—zigzag, wavy, and boxy—to help the turtles reach their lily pads. Three blue glass counting gems are placed beside the worksheet.

Turtle Color by Number

This color by number worksheet uses four colors, brown, orange, yellow, and green, to bring the turtle scene to life.

The full-color version shows both the crayon colors and their matching words, while the black-and-white version includes only the color words for kids to read.

A quick tip: color in the crayons ahead of time so younger children can match them more easily. It’s a great way to reinforce color recognition and early reading skills at the same time.

Preschool "Color by Number" worksheet featuring a smiling turtle with numbered sections colored in green, yellow, orange, and brown. The color key at the bottom shows which number corresponds to each color. To the right are a box of Crayola 24-count crayons and three blue glass counting gems.

Turtle Books for Preschoolers

Reading has always been a big part of our days, and turtle-themed books were a fun way to connect stories with what we were learning. Here are a few preschool-friendly picks we’ve really enjoyed:

Turtle Splash!: Countdown at the Pond – This one was a hit during our counting phase. It follows ten turtles as they jump into the pond one by one, helping little ones practice counting backward while enjoying playful, nature-inspired illustrations.

Do Turtles like Ice Cream? – A silly and sweet story where a girl asks different animals, including a turtle, if they like ice cream. It’s a lighthearted way to introduce animal traits and spark a few laughs.

National Geographic Readers: Turtles – If your child likes facts and real photos, this one’s great. It covers different types of turtles with vibrant images and simple language that works well for preschoolers.

The Box Turtle – This gentle story follows a little box turtle who learns to embrace his differences. It’s a lovely, quiet book that mixes life lessons with basic nature themes, perfect for bedtime or slower mornings.

More Free Letter T Activities

If you’re looking for letter T activities for preschoolers, these printable ideas make it easy to build letter recognition, phonics, and fine motor skills around the letter T:

Life cycle of a turtle worksheet – T is for turtle! A perfect blend of science and letter learning.
T is for tree handprint art – Combines creativity with letter recognition and sound association.
Free letter T coloring page – A simple and engaging way to reinforce the shape and sound of T.
Anatomy of a sea turtle worksheet – Helps connect the word turtle to its starting letter.
Life cycle of a turtle coloring page – A fun way to revisit T words while working on fine motor skills.

Keep the learning fun going with these preschool-friendly turtle games that pair perfectly with the worksheets.

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Last Updated on 14 August 2025 by Clare Brown