1-20 Colouring Book: Help Kids Learn Numbers While Colouring
By Orchard Toys | Published: 2026-11-02
Category: How-to Guides
Turn the 1-20 Colouring Book into a playful number-learning tool. Follow these simple steps to build counting, tracing and early pencil skills without tears.
Quick answer
Use the 1-20 Colouring Book as a short, regular activity: pick one number page, trace the number together, count the pictures, then colour. Keep sessions to 10–15 minutes and let your child lead the pace.
Why this book works for early number learning
The 1-20 Colouring Book combines tracing, counting and simple sums with colouring, so children practise number recognition while developing pencil control. The colourful stickers add a reward element that keeps motivation high.
Because the book covers numbers 1–20 in order, it naturally supports counting colouring activities and helps preschoolers see how numbers build on each other. The mix of activities means you can adapt each page to your child’s current level.
When to hold back or adapt
If your child is still learning to hold a pencil, focus on the tracing and colouring rather than the sums. The book is designed to be flexible, so you can skip the addition parts until your child is ready.
For older or more confident children, the simple sums provide an extra challenge. There is no need to complete every page in order—follow your child’s interest and repeat favourite numbers as needed.
Step-by-step: using the 1-20 Colouring Book for number learning
- Choose one number page: Let your child pick a number between 1 and 20 that interests them, or start at 1 and work sequentially. Keep the session focused on just one number to avoid overwhelm. Avoid flipping through many pages at once; one number per session is enough.
- Trace the number together: Use a finger first to trace the large number, then a pencil or crayon. Talk about the shape as you trace: “Down and around for 2.” Check that your child starts at the correct point; guide their hand gently if needed.
- Count the pictures: Point to each picture on the page and count aloud together. Reinforce the connection between the numeral and the quantity. If counting is still shaky, count together slowly and touch each picture.
- Colour the pictures: Let your child colour the pictures however they like. Colouring helps develop hand-eye co-ordination and pencil grip, which are foundational for writing. Don’t correct colour choices; the goal is fine-motor practice, not realism.
- Try the simple sum (optional): If the page includes a simple sum, read it aloud and use the pictures to work it out. Skip this step if your child is not ready. Only introduce sums when your child can confidently count to 10.
- Add a sticker reward: Let your child choose a sticker from the 32 included and place it on the completed page or a reward chart. Use stickers to celebrate effort, not just correct answers.
- Review and repeat: At the end, ask your child to show you the number they worked on and say it aloud. Revisit the same number on another day if they need more practice. Keep a light tone; stop while it’s still fun.
Product facts
- 1-20 Colouring Book: Includes traceable numbers, pictures and simple sums, plus 32 colourful stickers. The variety of activities lets you tailor each session to your child’s skill level, and the stickers provide a built-in reward.
1-20 Colouring Book
