45 Bear Coloring Pages (Free Printable PDFs)
Get ready for a beary fun time with these free printable bear coloring pages! Bears are some of the most loved animals, known for their strength, cuddly appearance, and unique personalities. In this collection, you’ll find a variety of bear coloring sheets, including adorable cartoon bears, playful bear cubs, realistic wild bears, and even cuddly teddy bears!
These coloring pages are perfect for kids, classrooms learning about wildlife, or adults who love coloring for relaxation. All of these printable PDF coloring pages are easy to download and print, offering hours of creativity and fun for all ages.
How to Download and Print Your Bear Coloring Pages
Getting started is as easy as 1-2-3:
- Click on the bear design or link below to open the PDF file in a new tab.
- Download the page or print it directly from your browser.
- Each coloring page is designed for standard US letter-size paper (8.5 x 11 inches) but also fits A4 paper perfectly.
Grab your favorite crayons, colored pencils, or markers and bring these delightful bears to life!
teddy bear Coloring Page
Fun Things to Do With Your Bear Coloring Pages
Once you’ve colored your bear coloring sheets, the fun doesn’t have to stop! Here are 15 creative ways to turn your finished bear artwork into crafts, activities, and decorations. These ideas are perfect for kids, teachers, and families looking to get creative!
1. Create a Bear-Themed Wall Display
Show off your bear artwork by creating a bear-themed wall display. Color and cut out your favorite bears and glue them onto a large poster board or hang them individually. Add trees, grass, and mountains made from construction paper to create a beautiful bear habitat.
2. DIY Bear Puppets
Bring your bears to life with DIY puppets! After coloring the bear pages, cut out the bears and glue them onto popsicle sticks or straws. Kids can use their puppets to act out stories or have a bear-themed puppet show.
3. Make a Bear Storybook
Turn your bear coloring pages into a fun storybook. Staple together several finished sheets, and write simple sentences or fun facts about bears on each page. For example, “Bears love to eat fish” or “This bear is playing with its cub.”
4. Bear-Themed Bookmarks
Create adorable bookmarks featuring your colored bears. Cut a long, narrow strip from your bear coloring page and glue it onto sturdy cardstock. Add a ribbon at the top for a finishing touch. These bookmarks are perfect for school books or storytime favorites!
5. DIY Bear Puzzles
Make your own bear puzzle by gluing your completed coloring page onto a piece of cardboard. Draw puzzle shapes on the back and carefully cut them out. Mix up the pieces and see how quickly you can put your bear puzzle back together.
6. Make a Teddy Bear Mask
Turn a bear face coloring page into a fun mask! Color, cut out the bear face, and make eye holes. Attach string or elastic to the sides so kids can wear their bear masks for imaginative play or costume parties.
7. Create a Bear Habitat Diorama
Build a 3D bear habitat inside a shoebox! Color and cut out your bear, then stand it up using folded cardboard. Add trees, grass, rocks, and water using craft supplies like paper, paint, or cotton balls to complete the bear’s home.
8. Bear Greeting Cards
Make handmade greeting cards using your bear coloring sheets. Cut out the bears and glue them to folded cardstock. Add a fun message like, “Have a Beary Happy Birthday!” or “You’re the Bear-y Best!” These cards are great for birthdays and special occasions.
9. Pin the Nose on the Bear Game
Create a fun party game using your bear coloring pages! Color and enlarge a bear face, but leave off the nose. Cut out several noses and have players take turns blindfolded, trying to pin (or tape) the nose in the correct spot.
10. Bear Magnets for the Fridge
Turn your colored bears into fun fridge magnets. Color and cut out small bear designs, glue them onto magnetic sheets, and cut around the edges. These magnets make adorable decorations for the fridge or magnetic boards.
11. Create a Bear-Themed Mobile
Make a hanging bear mobile to decorate a room or classroom. Color and cut out several bears and attach them to strings. Hang the strings from a wooden hoop or stick, and add paper leaves or stars to complete the look.
12. DIY Bear Stickers
Make bear stickers using adhesive-backed paper. After coloring, cut out the bears and stick them to notebooks, folders, lunchboxes, or scrapbooks. Kids will love using their custom stickers to decorate their belongings!
13. Design Your Own Bear Placemats
Turn your bear coloring pages into fun placemats! Color your bear, then laminate the page or cover it with clear contact paper. These reusable placemats are perfect for mealtime and can be wiped clean easily.
14. Create a Bear Collage
Use your bear coloring pages to make a creative collage. Color and cut out the bears, then glue them onto a larger sheet of paper. Add trees, honey pots, and caves using colored paper or craft supplies for a complete bear-themed scene.
15. Make Bear Gift Tags
Add a special touch to gifts with bear-themed tags! Color and cut out smaller bear images, glue them onto cardstock, and punch a hole at the top. Write the recipient’s name and attach the tag to presents with ribbon or twine.
Conclusion
These free bear coloring pages are perfect for sparking creativity and fun! Whether you’re coloring cute cartoon bears, realistic bears in nature, or adorable teddy bears, these printable PDF coloring sheets provide endless opportunities for art and craft projects.
Click, print, and start creating your favorite bear designs today! From homemade puzzles to wall art and fun games, these bear-themed ideas will keep kids and adults entertained for hours. 🐻
