Nature's Goodnight simple Coloring Pages

Coloring page story

The Sun had been playing all day, shining brightly on the trees and warming the backs of busy ladybugs. But now, it was getting tired.

First, the Sun gave a big, slow yawn. A fluffy white cloud drifted in front of it for a moment.

Then, it began to sink down, down, down behind the big green hill. It painted the sky orange and pink as a little "goodnight" to the world. The birds sang their last sleepy songs. The Sun snuggled under its blanket of hills, and one by one, the quiet, gentle stars popped out to say hello.

Coloring page Age Appropriateness

The massive, simple shapes make this illustration perfect for the 3-5 age group. The sun and hill are large targets for coloring, which builds confidence. The theme of 'goodnight' is familiar and comforting, and the simple composition allows children to focus on the concept and the act of coloring.

Coloring Page Coloring Instructions

Look, the sun is getting sleepy! It's time to say goodnight. Let's give the sun a warm, sleepy color. Maybe yellow or orange? You can color the big hill green or brown, and the sky can be any color you dream of. Don't forget to color in the little stars! Try to keep your beautiful colors inside the simple black lines.

Coloring Page Printing Tips

To create a beautiful sunset piece, try printing this on slightly textured paper. It will give the finished artwork a nice feel. Use a 'fit to page' setting to ensure the entire simple scene is printed, and choose a high-quality print setting for the darkest possible outlines.

Recommended Tools

Watercolor paints would be magical for this scene, allowing children to blend colors for the sunset sky. If using paints, be sure to print on watercolor paper. For a less messy option, large, soft-leaded colored pencils allow for gentle shading and blending within the big, simple shapes.