Get creative and let your imagination soar while you bring these so many wonderfully wacky creatures to life with all the colors of the rainbow, in our monster coloring pages. When you hear the word “monster”, you probably think of scary things lurking under your bed. But when it comes to coloring, monsters can be anything you want them to be — silly, creepy, cute or completely insane!
They give you an excellent opportunity to play around with fantasy art. They also help define the various mythical creatures and have some fun!
1. Fun Kinds of Monster Coloring Pages
One of the greatest things about monster coloring sheets is the variety there is for every kid! I thought all the monster pictures were just for Halloween, but I quickly found out there are lots of different kinds to color.
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Cute Monster Coloring Pages
Who says monsters have to be scary? We’ve got a bunch of adorable monster coloring sheets that are so fun for children to color. All with friendly personalities that won’t scare, but delight. Picture fuzzy, one-eyed monsters with wide smiles or tiny, round creatures with comical hats.
These cartoon monsters are great for small kids. The large and simple outlines on our cute monster coloring sheets free to print will let little ones color with ease.
Baby Monster Coloring Pages
Could monsters get any cuter? Yes, they can! Here, our baby monster coloring pages are fearlessly twisted. With soft details and beautiful pictures that are very ideal for little kids.
There are photos of little monsters hatching from eggs, playing with toys or out cold in napping positions. These pages are really sweet and toddlers love them.
Scary Monster Coloring Pages
For kids who like a little bit of a thrill, our scary monster collection is a great choice. These pages have creepy monsters and horror illustrations that are great for older kids and grown-ups who love spooky things. You can color everything from a slimy alien to a dark creature hiding in a forest. These pages are a fun way to make some really cool and spooky art.
Fantasy Monsters
Let your imagination fly to other worlds with our fantasy monster pages. This is where you’ll find all the famous mythical creatures and amazing animal hybrids.
You can color big dragons with shiny scales. Strong griffins with the body of a lion and the head of an eagle, or long sea serpents. This group is perfect for anyone who loves big stories and exciting adventures.
2. Why Choose Monster Coloring Pages?
Why monsters, when there’s so much you could be coloring? But they have also been, I’ve found, a fun way to learn and be creative.
Fun and Imaginative Activity
That’s the beauty of monsters — there are no rules! A monster can come in all colors, shapes and sizes.
The freedom to do this makes monster coloring a lot of fun. Is your monster pink with green spots? Great! This one is an opportunity for you to dream!
Encourages Creativity
Monsters are not real, so you don’t have to color them the “right” way or the “wrong” way. This encourages kids to experiment with new colors and patterns, and that self-expression is something for them to be proud of.
Helps You Relax
That’s right, coloring a picture of something scary can actually be soothing. I guess lines and shapes in a drawing can help to quiet and settle my mind. It is also something fun for families to do together.
Great for School and Home
So many ways to use these monster coloring pages. They are perfect to use in the classroom if you’re looking for a fun art project or Halloween activity! At home, they are a perfect rainy day or quiet afternoon activity.
3. Fun Coloring Tips & Ideas
Try All the Colors
Now is your opportunity to use every color in the box! If you want a friendly monster, maybe use bright, happy colors. For a spookier look, opt for dark hues, such as black, purple and dark red.
Mix Your Art Supplies
Feel free to use these different art tools. You could color the monster’s body brightly with markers. Colored pencils for soft shadows, and maybe even a hint of paint to create a cool background.
Add a Spooky Background
On many of our pages, we only have the monster, with nothing in the background. This is a wonderful opportunity to inject your own fun ideas! You could draw a creepy castle, a dark forest, a bubbly swamp or even a city for your monster to stomp through.
4. DIY Ideas with Monster Coloring Pages
The fun doesn’t have to stop when the coloring is done! A finished coloring page is a great supply for all sorts of fun and spooky crafts.
Monster Wall Art
Color your favorite monster page, put it in a simple frame, and hang it on the wall. It’s a great way to decorate your room or to add some fun, spooky art for Halloween.
Monster Masks
This is a classic craft that kids love. Print a monster face on some thick paper. After you color it, carefully cut out the face and the eye holes. Add a piece of string, and you have a fun, handmade mask.
Monster Greeting Cards
Fold a colored monster page in half to make a special greeting card. It’s perfect for a monster-themed birthday party invitation or a silly “hello” card.
Monster Bookmarks
Cut a long strip from a colored monster page. To make it stronger, you can cover it with clear tape or glue it onto a piece of cardboard. It’s a great way to keep your place in your favorite book.
Monster Storybook
Print out a bunch of different monster pages and color them in. You can staple them together to make your own monster coloring book. Or you can write a short story about each monster to make your own storybook.
Monster Party Decorations
Are you having a monster-themed party? Your colored pages are perfect for decorations. You can use them as placemats or cut them out to put on top of cupcakes. Or string them together to make a fun monster party banner.
Monster Stick Puppets
After you color, carefully cut out the monsters and glue them to the popsicle sticks. These make great, simple puppets that you can use for a puppet show or for pretend play.
Monster Stickers
If you have sticker paper for your printer, you can print the monster pages on it. After you color, just cut them out, and you have your very own monster stickers.
Monster Puzzle Game
For a fun activity, you can do over and over. Color a monster page and then cut it into a few simple puzzle pieces. You can have fun putting it back together again.
Monster Scrapbook
Make a “My Monster Friends” scrapbook. You can color different monsters, give them names, and write funny facts about what they eat and where they live.
5. FAQs
Are monster coloring pages good for little kids?
Yes, of course! Our collection of cute monster coloring pages and baby monster coloring pages is great for little kids. They have simple shapes and thick lines that are easy for little hands to color.
Can grown-ups enjoy monster coloring sheets?
Yes! Many grown-ups find that coloring detailed fantasy art and spooky pictures is a very relaxing and creative hobby. Our scarier and more detailed monster pages are perfect for them.
What are the best things to use for coloring?
It all depends on what you want it to look like! Crayons are great for a soft look. And markers give you bright, bold colors.
Colored pencils are perfect for adding details and shadows. You can even save the pictures and color them on a tablet.
Where can I get free printable monster coloring sheets?
You can find a huge collection of them right here! All of our monster coloring sheets are completely free to download and print for you to use.
Bring Monsters to Life with Coloring Fun
Combine the adorable universe of monsters with the classic happiness that is coloring, you are in for an awesome and imaginative time. Our monster coloring pages are designed to give you hours of fun, be creative in design and help you relax too!
We hope parents, teachers and monster fans of all ages will consider the variety of looks — ranging from cute and cuddly to creepy or cool. Download all of your favorite free monster coloring sheets today and let your imagination run wild.
