Bedtime Fears Daniel Tiger Coloring Pages

Coloring page story

It was bedtime. Daniel was snuggled in his bed. The nightlight was on, casting a soft glow. But then, he saw it. A big, wiggly shadow on his wall! It had two pointy ears and long, funny arms. It looked like a monster!

Daniel hid under his covers. His heart was beating fast. Thump-thump-thump. He felt scared. “Daaaaad!” he called.

Dad Tiger came in. “What is it, my little tiger?”

“A shadow monster!” Daniel whispered.

Dad Tiger didn’t turn on the big light. He sat on the bed and sang, “When you see something scary, look again and find out what it is.”

Interactive Element: Let’s make shadow puppets! Hold up your hand. Can you make a bunny? Or a bird?

Dad Tiger reached out and… Twist: …he picked up the “monster.” It was just Daniel’s jacket hanging on his chair! The pointy ears were the collar, and the funny arms were the sleeves. It wasn’t a monster at all. Daniel giggled. He wasn’t scared anymore. He gave the jacket a pat and snuggled down to sleep.

Coloring page Age Appropriateness

The 'Simple Line Art Cartoon' style is ideal for the 3-5 age group as it presents the situation with absolute clarity and no scary elements. The focus is on the solution (the jacket) and the positive emotions of Dad's reassurance and Daniel's relief. The large shapes of the bed blanket, the characters, and the jacket are easy for young children to color in.

Coloring Page Coloring Instructions

It wasn't a monster at all, it was just Daniel's jacket! Silly jacket! Let's color this picture to help Daniel feel brave at bedtime. You can color his pajamas and his cozy blanket. What color is the jacket that tried to be a monster? Dad Tiger is there to help him feel safe. You are safe in your bed, too.

Coloring Page Printing Tips

Print this page on standard paper. It can be a wonderful part of a bedtime routine. Coloring the calm Daniel Tiger scene can help ease a child's own anxieties about the dark. Talk about other things in the room that might make funny shadows, and how none of them are scary.

Recommended Tools

Using colored pencils allows for softer colors that fit the bedtime theme. Crayons are also a great, safe choice. Avoid markers if coloring right before bed, as the bright colors might be more stimulating. The goal is a calm, reassuring activity.