Lily Meets Barnaby Kindergarten Coloring Pages

Activity July 28, 2025

Nap time in kindergarten can be tough for little ones missing home. Our 'Nap-Time Bear' coloring page addresses this gentle moment with a story of kindness and comfort. This activity provides a calm, soothing way for children to explore feelings of sadness and the power of a kind gesture. This whole coloring book is designed to support the emotional journey of starting kindergarten. By coloring the scene of Lily finding comfort in Barnaby the bear, children can feel reassured. These coloring pages are a wonderful tool for parents and teachers to open conversations about empathy.

Coloring Page Details

Width: 896 plex
Height: 1280 plex
Resolution: 896x1280
File Size: 707 KB

Coloring page story

It was nap time. Everyone unrolled their mats. Lily felt a little bit sad. She missed her mommy. She hugged her knees and wished she was home. A little boy named Tom was on the mat next to her. He had a fuzzy brown teddy bear. He saw Lily's sad face. Tom didn't say anything. He just gently pushed his fuzzy brown bear over to Lily's mat. The bear's name was Barnaby. Lily looked at the bear, then at Tom. She picked up Barnaby and gave him a big, soft hug. He smelled like cookies and naps. She hugged him until she felt sleepy and calm. When she woke up, she gave the bear back to Tom and said, "Thank you, Barnaby." Tom smiled, and they were friends.

Coloring page Age Appropriateness

The soft, rounded shapes are visually soothing and easy for 3-5 year olds to color. The singular, clear focus on the girl and her bear makes the image simple to understand. The theme of finding comfort is a gentle way to address separation anxiety, a common issue in kindergarten.

Coloring Page Coloring Instructions

It's quiet time. Lily is feeling so much better now that she's hugging the cozy bear. Can you give the bear a warm, cuddly color, like a soft brown or a gentle gray? You can color Lily's pajamas with happy stripes or polka dots. Let's make this the coziest picture ever!

Coloring Page Printing Tips

Print on smooth, standard paper. The soft lines will look beautiful. This is a great page to have ready for after-nap quiet time or before bed to help your child wind down from their big kindergarten day.

Recommended Tools

Colored pencils are perfect for this page, as they allow for soft, gentle coloring. Crayons are also a great choice, especially for filling in the large areas of the bear and the mat. Avoid markers if you want to maintain the soft, cozy feel.