Timmy the Thirsty Tulip Coloring Pages for Ages 3-5

Coloring page story

Timmy the Tulip was bright red. He loved to stretch his green leaves and show off his beautiful red cup. But today, the sun was very hot, and Timmy felt droopy. His head went down, down, down. 'Oh, I'm so thirsty,' he sighed. A little girl named Mia saw the droopy tulip. 'Oh no!' she said. She ran to her little blue watering can. She gave Timmy a long, cool drink. As Timmy drank, a tiny ladybug who was hiding from the sun under his leaf chirped, 'Thank you, Mia! You gave us both a drink!' Timmy stood up tall and proud again, the reddest tulip in the garden.

Coloring page Age Appropriateness

The anthropomorphic style gives the tulip a relatable personality, which is highly engaging for 3-5 year olds. The scene depicts a clear, positive action (watering a plant), reinforcing the story's theme of care. The simple characters and large coloring areas are ideal for this age group's motor skills.

Coloring Page Coloring Instructions

Look, it's Timmy the Tulip and his friend Mia! Timmy was thirsty, but now he's happy. You can give him a big, bright color, like red or yellow! What color is Mia's dress? And don't forget her watering can! Can you find the tiny ladybug hiding on the leaf? He needs some color too! Let's make this whole garden bright and cheerful.

Coloring Page Printing Tips

To make this a reusable activity, print on cardstock and slip it into a dry-erase pocket. Your child can color the Tulips with dry-erase markers again and again! Always use the best print quality for sharp lines.

Recommended Tools

Washable markers are great for filling in the large areas of the tulip and Mia's dress. Colored pencils can be used for smaller details like the ladybug and the water drops. Ensure all tools are non-toxic and designed for young children.