Sleepy Lion Naps summer Coloring Pages

Coloring page story

Leo the Lion Cub wanted to play chase. But it was the middle of the day, and the sun was very, very bright and very, very hot.

He tried to chase a butterfly, but his paws felt slow. He tried to pounce on a leaf, but he just wanted to yawn. The sun was making everything sleepy.

His mama said, "Come here, little Leo. The sun is playing its sleepy game."

She led him to the shade of a big, leafy acacia tree. It was cool and quiet there. Leo curled up next to his mama’s soft tummy, and together, they had a lovely, sleepy, summer afternoon nap.

Coloring page Age Appropriateness

The design is excellent for 3-4 year olds. The large, clear outlines of the two lions provide generous areas for coloring. The composition is simple and the emotional tone is calm and reassuring, which is ideal for this age group. Coloring this gentle summer scene can be a relaxing activity that enhances focus.

Coloring Page Coloring Instructions

It's nap time for the lions! Let's color them so they can have a cozy sleep. You can make the big mama lion and the little cub a warm, sunny yellow or a soft orange. What color will the big leaves on the tree be? Green would be lovely! There is a little butterfly outline too—you can make its wings any color you like. Let’s be quiet with our crayons and color this sleepy summer picture.

Coloring Page Printing Tips

To create a soft look, try printing this on off-white or cream-colored paper. Use your printer's standard quality setting. This will preserve the gentle feel of the line art while ensuring the outlines are clear enough for a young child to follow during their summer coloring time.

Recommended Tools

Colored pencils are a great choice for this page, as they allow for softer coloring that fits the sleepy theme. They also help children practice a more precise grip. Of course, chunky crayons are always a wonderful and safe option for this age group.