First Day of School Maze Adventure Coloring Pages

Coloring page story

The map was a lie. Or maybe, thought Finn, Northwood Middle School was a shifting, magical labyrinth designed to trap sixth graders. His first class—History—was in Room 204B. Problem. But the 200-hallway seemed to have vanished. WHOOSH! A tide of eighth graders swept past. CLANG! A locker slammed shut beside his ear. This was a dungeon crawl, and he was a level-one hero. Challenge. He saw another girl, clutching a map with the same bewildered look. "Lost?" he ventured. She nodded. "I'm Lily. I'm looking for the science wing." They decided to team up. Action. They braved the "Stairwell of Echoes," navigated the "Cafeteria Chasm," and finally, behind a water fountain, found a small, unmarked hallway. At the end, a door: 204B. Victory. They had made it with a minute to spare. Finn wasn't just a lost kid anymore; he was an explorer.

Coloring page Age Appropriateness

The 9-12 age group loves adventure and fantasy. Framing the nerve-wracking experience of a new, large school as a 'dungeon crawl' or 'quest' is a perfect metaphor that resonates with their imagination and gaming interests. The dynamic poses and adventurous style make the situation feel exciting rather than scary, which is an empowering message.

Coloring Page Coloring Instructions

Hooray for our brave explorers! Let's give them the outfits of true adventurers. You could use earthy colors like browns, greens, and grays for their clothes, or make them super bright like superheroes. The map Lily is holding is a treasure map now—give it an old, yellowish paper color and maybe a bright red 'X' where they are now. Make the door to 204B look like the entrance to a fantastic new world!

Coloring Page Printing Tips

To match the bold, adventurous style, print this page on bright white paper to make the black lines really stand out. Use a 'High Quality' print setting to ensure all the energetic lines are captured perfectly. A crisp print will make this First Day of School quest ready for coloring action!

Recommended Tools

Markers are an excellent choice for this illustration. Their bold, vibrant colors will match the adventurous energy of the scene. Broad-tip markers for the walls and floor, and fine-tip for the details on their clothes, backpacks, and the triumphant expressions on their faces. Let the colors be as bold as our heroes!