Jackie & Silas Jack-O'-Lantern Coloring Pages

Coloring page story

Jackie the Jack-O'-Lantern sat on the top step. She loved watching the world, but she wished she could see what was happening behind her. One evening, a tiny spider with sparkly legs rappelled down from the roof.

"Hello!" said the spider. "My name is Silas. What a lovely, warm head you have." "Hello, Silas!" glowed Jackie. "Can you do me a favor? Can you tell me what's behind me?"

So Silas scampered all around. "There is a black cat sleeping in the bushes," he reported. "And the moon looks like a sliver of cheese!" Every night, Silas would tell Jackie stories of the things she couldn't see. Jackie kept Silas warm with her glow, and Silas told Jackie the secrets of the night. They were the best of friends.

Coloring page Age Appropriateness

The picture book style helps children follow a narrative visually. The non-threatening depiction of a spider and the calm, friendly scene make it appropriate for 3-5 year olds. The distinct elements (pumpkin, spider, cat, moon) are easy to identify and color separately, aiding in object recognition.

Coloring Page Coloring Instructions

What a lovely night! Here is Jackie, and that's her little friend, Silas the spider. Let's make Jackie a warm, glowing orange. The moon in the sky can be a soft yellow or white. What color will the sleeping kitty be? You can make the bushes a nice green. It's a peaceful, happy night for these two friends.

Coloring Page Printing Tips

This page looks beautiful when printed on off-white or cream-colored paper, which can give it a classic storybook feel. Ensure your printer's black ink is full to get the richest outlines for this Jack-O'-Lantern scene.

Recommended Tools

Colored pencils are wonderful for this page, as they allow for soft blending, especially for the night sky. Crayons are great for filling in Jackie and the cat with solid, bold color. Encourage your child to try coloring gently to create a soft, dreamy look.