1 Growing Gift happy birthday Coloring Page for Kids

Coloring page story

For her birthday, Daisy didn't get a doll or a toy car. Her Grandma gave her a small, lumpy brown thing in a little pot.

"What is it?" asked Daisy.

"It's a growing gift," Grandma smiled. "Plant it today, on your birthday, and watch it grow with you."

Daisy and her Grandma dug a little hole in the garden and planted the seed. Every day, Daisy gave it water. Soon, a little green sprout poked out. All summer long, it grew taller and taller, until it was even taller than Daisy! Finally, on a sunny day, it opened a huge, happy, yellow flower.

The sunflower was the best gift of all, because it was a birthday present that lasted all year.

Coloring page Age Appropriateness

This page is perfect for ages 3-5. The contrast in size between the giant sunflower and the small girl is visually engaging. The shapes are large and distinct, from the flower petals to the characters' clothes, which suits the motor skills of this age group. The theme of growing a plant is a great, simple science concept for preschoolers.

Coloring Page Coloring Instructions

What a wonderful happy birthday present! Daisy grew a giant sunflower. Can you help her color it in? Sunflowers are usually bright yellow, with a brown center, but you can make this one any color you wish! What color are Daisy's clothes? And what about her Grandma's dress? Let's make this garden picture as bright and happy as the big flower!

Coloring Page Printing Tips

Printing on slightly textured paper, like a watercolor paper (even for crayons), can add a nice feel to the finished piece, enhancing the natural theme. Ensure your printer's black ink is full to get rich, dark outlines that will make the colors pop.

Recommended Tools

Jumbo crayons are ideal for filling in the large petals and the background. For a fun sensory experience, children could also use their fingers with finger paints to fill in the large, simple shapes, making this happy birthday art project truly hands-on.