Old Man Whisker's Memory Fish Coloring Pages

Coloring page story

In the muddiest part of a wide, slow river lived an old catfish. The young fish called him Old Man Whisker because his whiskers were so long they dragged in the silt. He was slow and he didn't swim much, so the little fish thought he was boring.

But one summer, it didn't rain for a very long time. The river started to shrink, and the water grew warm and shallow. Everyone began to worry.

Old Man Whisker didn't worry. He just twitched his long whiskers, feeling the changes in the water. "I remember a time like this, long ago," he rumbled. "There is a deep pool downstream, hidden behind the fallen log. The river may shrink, but that pool will remain."

The other fish were not sure, but they had no better ideas. They followed the old catfish as he slowly led the way, using his whiskers to feel the currents no one else could sense. And he was right! They found a deep, cool pool, hidden from sight, with plenty of water for everyone. The little fish learned that day that being old and slow didn't mean you were boring. It meant you had memories that could save everyone.

Coloring page Age Appropriateness

The Nature Exploration Cartoon style works well for ages 6-8. The scene tells a clear story of a journey. The character outlines are distinct, and the natural elements like the log and riverbed are simple enough for this age group to color easily. It encourages them to engage with a story about nature and wisdom.

Coloring Page Coloring Instructions

Let's follow the wise Old Man Whisker! You can color his outline a dark, muddy brown or a gentle grey. His long whisker outlines are very important, so color them carefully! The little fish following him can be any color you like. Maybe they are all different colors! Don't forget to color the big log outline and the wavy water lines. Try to stay inside all the black lines to make a beautiful picture.

Coloring Page Printing Tips

This is a straightforward illustration. Print on any standard paper. Using a 'black and white' printer setting will ensure the outlines of the wise fish and his followers are bold and easy to see, which is perfect for a focused coloring session for your child.

Recommended Tools

Crayons are excellent for this page, especially for coloring the large log and the body of the catfish. Colored pencils would be great for the smaller fish, allowing for more detailed coloring. This is a good page to practice coloring in one direction to make the water look like it's flowing.