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Ankylosaurus Dot to Dot — 32-Dot Armoured Tail
Connect the dots to reveal Ankylosaurus — the armoured superstar of the dinosaur world! Its entire body was covered in bony plates, and its tail ended in a massive, heavy club. This worksheet is great for kindergarten and 1st grade.
Difficulty
Medium
Fun fact: Even Ankylosaurus's eyelids had bony armour plates!
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What happens when nature decides a dinosaur needs a full suit of armour? You get the Ankylosaurus — covered from nose to tail in bony plates, with a massive club on the end of its tail for balance and protection. This 32-dot puzzle is wonderfully satisfying to complete, and the result is one of the most impressive-looking dinosaurs in the collection!
1–7 — The Armoured Head
Start at dot 1 and connect through to dot 7 to trace the broad, heavily armoured skull. The head is wide and flat, with a very different shape from the pointed snouts of predatory dinosaurs. Children learn to draw a wide, low shape here — a great contrast to the tall, narrow skulls they may have drawn before.
Fun fact!
Even the Ankylosaurus eyelids had bony armour plates — perhaps the best example of evolution going slightly overboard with a good idea. The skull was so heavily fused that it appears almost featureless, like a bony helmet completely encasing the brain.
Even the Ankylosaurus eyelids had bony armour plates — perhaps the best example of evolution going slightly overboard with a good idea. The skull was so heavily fused that it appears almost featureless, like a bony helmet completely encasing the brain.
8–18 — The Armoured Back
Continue from dot 8 to dot 18 to draw the broad, rounded back covered in rows of bony plates, spikes, and knobs called osteoderms. This is the most detailed section visually, and children begin to appreciate just how well protected this animal was. A great opportunity to discuss why armour evolved in nature.
Fun fact!
The armour covering Ankylosaurus was made of bone embedded directly in the skin — called osteoderms — arranged in rows from head to tail. This type of armour is called osteodermal armour, and it is the same kind you find in modern crocodiles and armadillos.
The armour covering Ankylosaurus was made of bone embedded directly in the skin — called osteoderms — arranged in rows from head to tail. This type of armour is called osteodermal armour, and it is the same kind you find in modern crocodiles and armadillos.
19–26 — The Short, Sturdy Legs
Trace dots 19 through 26 for the four short, powerful legs. Ankylosaurus was built low to the ground intentionally — a low centre of gravity made it very difficult for predators to flip over. Children often make the connection to a tortoise, which opens a lovely discussion about convergent evolution.
Fun fact!
Ankylosaurus was about 20 feet long but stood only around 5 feet tall at the hip — less than the height of most adults. Its legs were so sturdy and its body so dense that even a T-Rex would have had enormous difficulty trying to attack it from above.
Ankylosaurus was about 20 feet long but stood only around 5 feet tall at the hip — less than the height of most adults. Its legs were so sturdy and its body so dense that even a T-Rex would have had enormous difficulty trying to attack it from above.
27–32 — The Amazing Club Tail
Finish by connecting dots 27 through 32 to draw the tail and its distinctive club at the end. This is the most satisfying finish of any puzzle in the collection — that club is what makes Ankylosaurus so unique. Just six dots, but each one counts toward one of nature's most extraordinary features.
Fun fact!
The tail club was formed from fused vertebrae and could weigh up to 100 pounds — heavier than most grown-up dogs! Scientists think Ankylosaurus swung its tail to keep other dinosaurs at a safe distance. A brilliant built-in shield for a gentle plant-eater!
The tail club was formed from fused vertebrae and could weigh up to 100 pounds — heavier than most grown-up dogs! Scientists think Ankylosaurus swung its tail to keep other dinosaurs at a safe distance. A brilliant built-in shield for a gentle plant-eater!
Amazing job finishing all 32 dots! Now colour the armour plates in greys and browns — or go wild with your own patterns. Nature's armour comes in all kinds of colours, so your Ankylosaurus can look however you imagine it! Perfect for the classroom — see more dot to dot worksheets.
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How many dots does the Ankylosaurus dot to dot puzzle have?
The Ankylosaurus connect-the-dots printable has 32 numbered dots. That makes it an easy puzzle, best suited for ages 4–6 (preschool and kindergarten). Children connect the dots in number order to reveal the finished ankylosaurus picture, then color it in.
Is the Ankylosaurus dot to dot printable free?
Yes. The Ankylosaurus worksheet is 100% free to download from DotToDotFreePrintables.com — no account, email, or payment required. It downloads instantly as a print-ready PDF in both portrait and landscape orientation, sized for US Letter or A4 paper.
What age is the Ankylosaurus connect-the-dots worksheet best for?
With 32 dots, the Ankylosaurus puzzle works best for ages 4–6 (preschool and kindergarten). Younger children may enjoy it with light adult help counting along, while confident counters can complete it independently and practice number sequencing up to 32.
What skills does the Ankylosaurus dot to dot puzzle teach?
Connecting the 32 dots of the Ankylosaurus puzzle builds number recognition and counting to 32, pencil control, hand–eye coordination, and sustained focus — the same fine-motor foundations that support early handwriting. Coloring the finished picture adds a creative reward.
What is a fun fact about the ankylosaurus?
Even Ankylosaurus's eyelids had bony armour plates! Kids discover facts like this while completing the Ankylosaurus dot to dot puzzle.
