Christmas Quiet Time Coloring Pages

Coloring page story

It was the week before Christmas, and Santa Claus was tired. His desk was piled high with lists. The noise from the workshop—the BANG! WHIZZ! JINGLE!—was giving him a headache. He sat in his big chair, rubbing his temples with a deep sigh.

"Oh, for a moment of peace and quiet," he murmured to himself.

Pip, who was delivering a new map-weight to Captain Compass, overheard him. Seeing Santa look so weary made his own heart feel heavy. He couldn't build Santa a new chair or invent a toy to cheer him up. But he could be quiet.

Timidly, he knocked on the open door. "Santa, sir?"

"Come in, Pip," Santa said, without looking up from his lists.

Pip walked in and just stood there silently. The quiet was a relief. After a moment, Santa looked up. "What is it, my boy? Don't tell me there's another problem."

"No, sir," Pip said softly. "I just... I was wondering if you'd like to hear a story."

Santa blinked. A story? "I'm very busy, Pip."

"It's a very short one," Pip promised. "It's about a little snow hare who used the North Star to find his way home to his warm burrow."

Santa leaned back in his chair. The idea of a warm, quiet burrow sounded lovely. "Alright, Pip. Tell me your story."

Pip began to speak. His voice wasn't loud or boisterous like the other elves. It was soft and calm, like falling snow. He told the story of the brave little hare, describing the crunch of the snow under his paws and the gentle glow of the stars. He didn't use big words or silly sounds. He just told the story.

When he was finished, Santa’s eyes were closed and there was a small, peaceful smile on his face. The lines of worry on his forehead were gone.

"Thank you, Pip," Santa said, his voice a low, happy rumble. "That was better than any toy. You brought the quiet and the magic back."

Coloring page Age Appropriateness

The scene's gentle, emotional tone is very suitable for children 6-8, teaching them about empathy and the importance of rest. The large, simple shapes of Santa and his chair are easy to color, building confidence in young artists.

Coloring Page Coloring Instructions

This picture is so peaceful. Santa is resting, thanks to Pip's kind story. You can color Santa's big chair a deep, cozy color, like a dark red or a forest green. His suit is waiting for your favorite shade of red! You can make the papers on his desk look old with a light brown or yellow color. Pip's outfit can be any color that you think a kind and helpful elf would wear. Try to use soft, gentle colors to make the whole picture feel as peaceful as Santa does.

Coloring Page Printing Tips

To enhance the cozy feel, try printing this on cream-colored paper instead of bright white. It will give the whole scene a warm, vintage glow. Use your printer's standard black and white setting for clear, crisp lines.

Recommended Tools

This is a wonderful page for colored pencils, as they allow for soft shading and gentle application of color that matches the scene's mood. Crayons are also an excellent choice for a classic, storybook feel. Encourage your child to take their time and enjoy the calm process of coloring.