Winter Birdhouse Count and Color Activity
Winter birdhouse count and color activity is an easy way to work on counting skills during the colder months without adding extra prep to your day. If you are already using preschool counting worksheets, this printable fits right into that routine and keeps things simple and focused.
Winter themes are a favorite around here because they feel fresh without requiring many extra supplies. I like having an activity ready that works at the table, on the floor, or during quiet time.
This one is designed to be straightforward, so your preschooler knows exactly what to do, and you can jump right in without overthinking it.
Count and Color At a Glance
• Best for ages: 3–5
• Prep: Low
• Pages: 4 activity pages
• Skills practiced: counting practice, number recognition, visual scanning
• Supplies needed: crayons or colored pencils, printer
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Notes: Works well for winter themes or bird units
What’s Included in This Printable Pack
This printable pack is a winter-themed counting activity built around birdhouses and simple color cues. It is designed for preschoolers who are learning to count objects and match numbers while working at their own pace.
- Multiple counting cards with birdhouse visuals
- Designed for ages 3–5
- Low-prep setup
- Focus on counting and number recognition
How to Use These Printables
This activity is easy to set up and flexible enough to use in different ways.
- Print the color page and the counting cards.
- Gather crayons or colored pencils.
- Set up the pages on a flat surface.
- Talk through the task using simple number words.
- Have your child count the birdhouses on each card.
- Color the matching number.
- Optional: Store finished pages in a folder for later review.
Skills Your Preschooler is Practicing
This activity keeps the focus on a few core skills without feeling overwhelming. The simple layout helps preschoolers stay engaged while practicing early math basics.
- counting practice
- number recognition
- visual scanning
- hand-eye coordination
Learning Activities & Extensions
You can extend this activity without adding extra prep or supplies. These ideas work well alongside the printable or on a different day.
- Use small counters or beads for extra fine motor practice
- Read a winter or bird-themed picture book together
- Count real objects around the house that match the numbers
- Set the pages out as an independent, quiet-time activity
- Add a simple bird toy or puzzle to continue the theme
More Printables Like This
If your child enjoys this activity, there are plenty of other counting printables that work the same way and are easy to rotate into your week.
- Farm Animal Counting Book
- Counting Bees Worksheet
- Watermelon Seeds Counting Worksheet
- Counting On A Rainbow Free Printable
- Jelly Bean Counting Worksheets
FAQs About These Worksheets
No, you can print only the pages you want to use that day.
Yes, placing pages in a sheet protector lets your child use them again with dry-erase markers.
Yes, younger children can focus on counting and coloring without worrying about finishing every page.
Get Your Free Printable
This free printable is quick, easy, and ready to use today. Just print the pages, and you’re ready to go.
This activity keeps counting practice simple while adding a winter theme your preschooler can enjoy. I like pairing it with the Bird Count and Color Activity for an easy, low-prep learning block that works the same way.
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