Helpful Ants & Lost Marshmallow camping Coloring Pages

Coloring page story

Sammy the Squirrel was roasting a marshmallow. It was getting brown and gooey when—whoops!—it fell off the stick and rolled into the dark woods. "My marshmallow!" he cried.

He followed the sticky trail. He looked behind a rock. He looked under a fern. Where could it be? He saw a little glowing light ahead.

Unexpected Twist: A line of ants had found the marshmallow! They weren't eating it; they were all working together, using the sticky marshmallow to patch a hole in their anthill home before the rain came.

Interactive Element: "Let’s pretend to be strong ants. March in place and say, Heave-ho, heave-ho!"

Life Lesson: What is lost to one person can be a helpful treasure for another.

Coloring page Age Appropriateness

This page is great for the 3-5 year old segment of the target range. The ant outlines, while small, are simple in shape and repetitive, which can help with focus. The larger shapes of the squirrel, marshmallow, and anthill are perfect for younger toddlers. The scene tells a clear story, encouraging narrative thinking.

Coloring Page Coloring Instructions

Look at those busy ants! They are working together. You can color in each little ant outline. What color will they be? And look at the big, soft marshmallow outline. It's their special treasure! You can color the squirrel who is watching them. Maybe he is brown or gray. Have fun telling the story with your colors!

Coloring Page Printing Tips

Due to the smaller ant outlines, ensure this page is printed at a high resolution. Use your printer's 'Best' or 'Fine' quality setting. A smooth paper surface will make it easier for little hands to color the smaller details without the crayon skipping.

Recommended Tools

Sharpened colored pencils or fine-tipped markers would be excellent for the ant outlines, allowing for more precision. Chunky crayons are still great for the larger areas like the anthill and squirrel. This mix of tools can make the coloring experience more dynamic.