Winter & Spring Peonies Coloring Pages for Learning

Coloring page story

The wind grew cold. The leaves on the trees turned yellow and fell down. The big peony plant looked tired. Its flowers were all gone, and its leaves were brown. "Is the peony sad?" asked a little girl named Maya.

"No," said her grandmother. "It's just getting ready for its long winter sleep." Together, they got a warm blanket of mulch. They gently covered the place where the peony's roots were, deep in the dirt. "Sleep well, peony," Maya whispered. "We will keep you warm."

All winter, the peony slept under its blanket, under the snow. It dreamed of sunshine.

Unexpected Twist: The peony wasn't sad about its flowers being gone. It was happy! It had worked hard all summer making beautiful blooms, and now it was time for a well-deserved rest, just like Maya needed after a long day of playing.

Coloring page Age Appropriateness

This style is well-suited for ages 3-5 because it clearly depicts a specific season and activity. The story of 'tucking in' a plant for winter is a relatable concept. The drawing focuses on the human interaction and the simple shapes of the characters and dormant plant, making it an easy-to-color scene that reinforces the story's theme of care and patience.

Coloring Page Coloring Instructions

Brrr, it's getting cold and this little Peony plant needs to sleep for the winter. Can you help Maya and her Grandma tuck it in? You can color their warm coats. The 'blanket' on the ground is made of mulch—you can color it a nice, earthy brown. This picture is all about being kind to nature while it rests.

Coloring Page Printing Tips

When printing, ensure the contrast is high to make the mulch texture clear without being too complex. This page can be a starting point for a conversation about what we wear in winter versus summer, tying the Peonies' seasonal cycle to the child's own experience. A matte paper will work best with crayons and colored pencils.

Recommended Tools

Crayons are excellent for this page, especially for creating the texture of the mulch. Brown, black, and orange crayons can be layered to give it a rich, earthy feel. For the coats, markers would provide a nice, solid pop of color, contrasting with the more natural tones of the garden setting.