Numbers and ColorsGrade 1 English for Kids
Type number words and color words.
Numbers and Colors teaches first graders to spell number words from zero to ten and the colors of the rainbow. Then kids put them together in phrases like two bags and three blue cups, building vocabulary and spelling.
- Grade 1 · Ages 6–7
- 4 games
- 26 practice questions
- About 15 min
- Numbers One to Six
- Numbers to Ten
- Rainbow Colors
- Count and Color
English typing course · Grade 1
Numbers and Colors · Learning goals
What Your Child Will Learn
Spell the number words from zero to ten and the colors of the rainbow. Then put them together: two bags, three blue cups!
- Numbers One to Six
- Numbers to Ten
- Rainbow Colors
- Count and Color
Why it matters
Why This Matters for Kids
Everyday words
Number and color words appear constantly in books, instructions and conversation.
Linking math and reading
Reading "seven" as well as "7" helps kids with word problems in math.
Describing the world
Colors and numbers are kids' first describing words, the start of richer sentences.
Inside Numbers and Colors
How the Course Works
Short typing games: kids hear or see each word, type it, and get instant, friendly feedback.
Step 1 · Game
Numbers One to Six
Hear the number and type the word. Hear a word and type it. (6 exercises)
Step 2 · Game
Numbers to Ten
More number words. Count them in! Hear a word and type it. (6 exercises)
Step 3 · Game
Rainbow Colors
What color is it? Type the color word. See a picture and type its name. (8 exercises)
Step 4 · Game
Count and Color
Listen and type number and color words together. Hear a sentence and type it. (6 exercises)
Word list
Grade 1 Words and Sentences to Type
A sample of what your child hears, reads and types in this course.
- one(number)
- two(number)
- three(number)
- four(number)
- five(number)
- six(number)
- seven(number)
- eight(number)
- nine(number)
- ten(number)
- zero(number)
- red(adjective)
- blue(adjective)
- green(adjective)
- yellow(adjective)
- orange(adjective)
- purple(adjective)
- brown(adjective)
- black(adjective)
- “two bags”
- “one red ball”
- “three blue cups”
- “four green frogs”
- “five pink pigs”
- “six black cats”
For parents
Try It at Home
Learning sticks best when kids use it in real life. Here are simple ideas from this course.
Parent Tip
Sort a box of crayons or toys by color, then count each group. Your child says or writes phrases like "four red cars."
Numbers and Colors · Questions from parents
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this course for?
Numbers and Colors is a grade 1 english course for kids ages 6–7. That is Year 2 english in the UK and Year 1 in Australia. It also works well for review in the next grade, or as a challenge for a confident younger learner.
What will my child learn?
Spell the number words from zero to ten and the colors of the rainbow. Then put them together: two bags, three blue cups! Along the way they practice: Numbers One to Six; Numbers to Ten; Rainbow Colors; Count and Color.
How long does the course take?
About 15 minutes in total, split into 4 short levels. Most kids finish it over two or three sessions. Progress is saved, so they can stop any time and pick up where they left off.
Is this course free?
Numbers and Colors is part of SkillBloom Premium, which unlocks every course in every subject. Each subject also has free courses, so your child can try SkillBloom before you decide.
Does my child need to read well to use it?
No. Every word and sentence is read aloud first, and kids type what they hear. Spelling and reading grow together as they play.
Can we use it for homeschool?
Yes. SkillBloom is built for homeschooling families. Kids work through lessons, games and quizzes on their own, and the parent dashboard shows what they finished and which skills need more practice. It works on phones, tablets and laptops.
Keep learning
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