Welcome to our collection of Memorial Day coloring pages for kids. Making use of these pages to relax and study about history at the same time.
In this article, we don’t only provide you with coloring pages but also knowledge about this holiday. Now, let’s have a look at our collection and enjoy the Memorial Day.
1. Explore 22 different free Memorial Day coloring pages on VerbNow
Memorial Day is a day in the US to honor people who died while serving in the military. This holiday occurs on the last Monday of May.
Teachers and parents can use our Memorial Day coloring pages as an educational tool.
While relaxing, kids can learn something new about the country’s history. Our designs are unique and bold that are perfect for being creative.
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2. All we must know about Memorial Day
Before enjoying the coloring session, let’s study about the history of Memorial Day. It’s a national holiday in the United Stated that began after the Civil War.
It’s meaningful holiday to remember all contributions of soldiers in the battle. They sacrificed their lives to protect their countries so it’s an important holiday.
On this day, people usually visit the graves of soldiers. They bring flowers and the US flags to put on graves to show respect and gratitude toward them.
Moreover, some parades may occur during the holiday, people can join it. Or kids and adults alike can just take free time to be with families and friends.
3. Why Memorial Day coloring pages are perfect for this holiday?
There are many activities we can do on this holiday as I mentioned above. And obviously, enjoy a coloring session is a worthy experience as well.
Especially, if you are finding an activity for kids to relax and study, they are perfect. Parents and teachers can use coloring pages of Memorial day to help kids:
- Study about Memorial Day: Kids can learn a lot about this holiday. For example, kids can color symbols, themes, and stories related to Memorial Day. It’s a chance to learn more about the meaning behind the holiday.
- Encourage emotional expression: Kids can show their creativeness through arrt. You can understand more about their feelings, characteristics just through art.
- Develop fine motor skills: Small kids can develop skills through coloring. For example, their hand-eye coordination and creative skill can improve.
- Promote focus and mindfulness: Kids are so energetic. However, sometimes, they lack of focused ability which can improve through coloring.
- Reinforce learning: It’s a way to make kids remember what they’ve learned about Memorial Day. Because it is easier to remember when associating images with information.
In short, Memorial Day coloring pages are not only fun but also educational and emotionally enriching.
4. The themes in the collection of Memorial Day Coloring Pages
The themes found in Memorial Day coloring pages are varied and meaningful. It is not only unique, bold and easy to color but also offers educational tools.
You can find some popular symbols of Memorial Day in this collection. Now, let’s have a closer look at the collection so that you can find the one you like.
4.1. American Flags
American flags is the most popular symbol on this holiday. Because, obviously, it’s the most recognized symbols of freedom and unity.
To color thi symbol, you need to have iconic colors red, white and blue. Do you know the meaning of each color on the flag? The answer is red for courage, white for purity, and blue for justice.
4.2. Soldiers and Military Heroes
How can the Memorial Day coloring pages fulfill without soldiers and military heroes. We offer coloring sheets of soldiers who served in the military.
You can find them in uniform, standing at attention, saluting, or marching in parades. For more touching feelings, you can find image of them reuniting with family.
To color these soldiers, let’s tell which branches they belong to first. After that, let’s color with the right color as I suggest below:
- Army: Olive green, tan, or camouflage patterns.
- Navy: Navy blue or white (especially for dress uniforms).
- Air Force: Blue-gray or dark blue.
- Marines: Deep blue with red accents (dress blues) or camouflage.
- Coast Guard: Navy blue or white.
4.3. Poppy Flowers
The red poppy is the popular flower used because they are symbol of peace and death. They have become famous since the public of the World War I poem “In Flanders Fields.”
This Memorial Day coloring pages theme is a favorite choice to many people. To color it, simply use bright red or orange for the petals. Then you add darker red or crimson near the base of each petal for shading and depth
4.4. Patriotic Symbols
There are many symbols of freedom, not just the American flag. For example, you can find the bald eagle, the liberty bell, the statue of liberty…
Through these symbols, teach children about the value of freedom and national pride.
- Bald Eagle: Go with white for head, yellow for beak and feet, brown for body nad wings.
- Liberty Bell: Bronze or dark brown for bell body.
- Statue of Liberty: Light green or turquoise for body, orange and yellow for flames.
4.5. Memorial Day Messages
On this holiday, people can send a lot of messages to honor soldiers. You can find phrases like “Thank You for Your Service, or “Happy Memorial Day.”
These coloring page is the good choice to make greeting cards. Why don’t display them in classrooms, homes, or community spaces as decorations. Kids also can reflect on the meaning of this day through the meaningful message.
4.6. Scenes from Parades or Ceremonies
Parades and memorial services are very lively and exciting activities on this holiday. Children and everyone love this activity.
Therefore, in the Memorial Day coloring pages, you can find this scene. For example, the scene of people getting into trouble together, bands performing.
Fun activities can stimulate children’s interest so that we can remember this special day longer.
4.7. Military Equipment
The power of military lie a large part under the military equipment. The this collection, you can find tanks, airplanes, naval ships, and medals.
Let’s introduce children to the military tools used in service through coloring pages. Besides, don’t forget to teach them about the roles of each equipment.
- Tanks: Olive green, dark green, or camouflage.
- Military Airplanes: Gray, dark green, or camouflage.
- Naval Ships: Gray or steel blue for body, Dark gray or black for deck.
5. Fun Activities with Memorial Day Coloring Pages
After coloring, let’s have more fun with the Memorial Day coloring sheet. I will give you some more ideas so that you can make use of them to try some creative ideas.
5.1. Make a Memorial Day Book
The first idea is to to make a Memorial Day book from the finished page. It’s a good chance for kids to learn and express what Memorial Day means through pictures.
Making this craft is so easy, just collect all the coloring pages that you like, then:
- You fold the blank papers in half and staple them along. The purpose is to make a blank mini book and stick your coloring page on.
- Another idea is you write the theme you want, for example”
- Page 1: “What is Memorial Day?”. Kids can write or draw the meaning of the day.
- Page 2: “Who are our heroes?”. Draw soldiers, veterans, or family members who served.
- Page 3: “How do we honor them?”. Illustrate flags, parades, moments of silence, etc.
- Page 4: “Thank you for your service.” Kids can write a thank-you note.
- Page 5: “What freedom means to me.” Let kids write or draw their personal thoughts.
For decoration, you can use stickers, glitters or even nature things such as dried flowers. This mini book becomes a keepsake to share with parents or display in the classroom.
5.2. Create a Thank-You Card
The next idea is to make a greeting card and use it as a kids. Teachers or parents can teach kids to show appreciation to veterans, active-duty military.
How to Do It:
- Step 1: You fold cardstock or construction paper in half to make a card. You also can you available blank card which can be found in craft store.
- Step 2: You cut all the symbols you like on the Memorial Day coloring page out. Using glue to stick these cutout on the front part of the card.
- Step 3: You can decorate the memorial day card with glitter, stickers or gel pens.
- Step 4: Finally, inside, write any messages you want such as “We remember you this Memorial Day.” Or “ Thank you for your courage, strength, and sacrifice.”
- Step 5: For personal touch, you can encourage kids to write name on the card.
Cards can be delivered to local veterans’ organizations, VA hospitals, or mailed as part of a school project.
5.3. Put on a Mini Art Show
The next idea is to put on a mini art show for kids to enjoy their artworks. The purpose is to celebrate and share children’s patriotic artwork with others
- Step 1: Among all Memorial coloring pages, choose the symbols you like and cut them out. You can choose flag drawings, scenes of parades or soldiers, poppy flower
- Step 2: Display their work on a wall, bulletin board, or even in a hallway or window for others to see.
- Step 3: Add little labels or captions to explain what each artwork represents. Why don’t host a “gallery walk” with parents, classmates, or neighbors.
5.4. Design a Flag
Last but not least, why don’t design a flag – a symbol of freedom. It encourages creativity and patriotism by letting children design their own flag inspired by American values.
- Step 1: Give kids a blank flag template or a sheet of paper in landscape format.
- Step 2: Ask them to include colors, shapes, and symbols. They should represent freedom, bravery, peace and unity.
- Step 3: They can use traditional symbols (stars, stripes, eagles) or invent new ones (hearts, suns, doves).
- Optional: Have them write a short explanation of what their flag stands for.
Conclusion
Memorial Day is not only a day off but an important day for the US residents. Let’s take the chance to teach kids about the history and how to honor the contribution of soldiers.
By using Memorial Day coloring pages, kids can show their appreciation in a fun and respectful way. Now, it’s time to grab your crayons and start the coloring session. Let’s visit the VerbNow website so that you can find more interesting coloring collection.
