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Free Printable Colors (Colours) Flashcards for ESL Kids
This free printable flashcards set is an easy, engaging way to teach kids common color words in English.
Perfect for ESL/EFL/TEFL classrooms, preschool, kindergarten, and elementary grades.
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The flashcard PDF contains 11 cards
Full Page Size: A4
4 picture cards per page
Each flashcard size: approx. 3.47 in × 5.28 in
Each card features a bold color swatch with clear, readable text to help young learners connect English vocabulary with visual color recognition.
The complete set includes 11 essential color words:
Red, Orange, Blue, Brown, Purple, Yellow, Green, Pink, Gray, Black, White.
How to Use These ESL Flashcards
- Vocabulary Introduction: Show each flashcard, say the color, and have students repeat with correct pronunciation.
- Color Hunt: “Touch something blue,” “Find something red” around the classroom.
- Sorting & Grouping: Sort by warm vs. cool colors, light vs. dark, or arrange in rainbow order.
- Question Practice: Ask and answer “What color is it?” and “Is it green?” for Yes/No responses.
- Phonics Boost: Practice initial sounds (r is for red, b is for blue/brown/black, g is for green/gray).
- Games: Use for memory matching, bingo, I Spy, and Go Fish–style activities.
- Color Mixing: Discuss primary and secondary colors (red, yellow, blue → orange, green, purple).
- Assessment: Quick exit tickets, pointing checks, or color dictation (“Color the circle yellow”).
- Laminate for Durability: Ideal for centers, small groups, and repeated use.
These printable color flashcards (also searched as colours flashcards) build core vocabulary and support speaking, listening, and early reading skills.
Download your free colors flashcards PDF today to enrich your ESL classroom with bright, professional teaching materials kids love.