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Free printable coloring page showing a happy bird on a branch, perfect for kids to practice coloring and learn about birds

Bird On Branch Coloring Page

By JessicaPublished November 28, 2025Updated December 2, 2025

Download this free printable Bird On Branch coloring page for kids. Great for classroom activities, home learning, and creative fun.

Page size: Letter (8.5 × 11 in)
Orientation: Portrait

Free for personal and educational use. Perfect for home, classrooms, and homeschooling. Print as many times as you need.

About This Bird On Branch Coloring Page

Isn't this Bird On Branch coloring page a cheerful little scene to bring to life? With a friendly bird perched on a branch, children can imagine a whole backyard concert while they color. Start by noticing the simple shapes the artist used. The round body, the curved wings, and the smiling beak make it easy to choose colors and practice careful strokes. In a classroom center, this printable works great for quiet table time, a spring bulletin board display, or a group project where each child colors a different bird to build a mural. At home, it is perfect for a rainy afternoon, a travel folder, or a calm activity before bedtime. Encourage kids to mix colors for feathers, add patterns like stripes or spots, and use crayons, markers, or watercolor pencils to experiment. Pair the coloring page with a short nature book or a brief walk outside to spot real birds, then discuss differences and similarities. This free printable invites creativity, observation, and a love of nature while keeping activities simple and joyful.

Coloring Tips & Techniques

Use bright yellow or blue for the bird body, and add a lighter shade on the belly to show rounded form. Color the branch in brown, and add short strokes to suggest bark texture. Shade leaves with two greens, and add a darker green near the veins to create depth. Use soft strokes for the background hills and sky.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use this coloring page in my classroom or homeschool?

Yes! All of our coloring pages are free for personal, classroom, and homeschool use. You can print them as many times as you need for lessons, activities, and creative projects.

What paper size should I print this on?

Every coloring page is formatted for US Letter (8.5 x 11 inches), which also prints correctly on A4. Just download the PDF and print it at 100% scale for the best results.

Can I use these on tablets or digital devices?

Yes! You can open the PDF files on iPads, tablets, and computers to use with digital coloring apps like Procreate or GoodNotes. The PDFs work great for both printing and digital coloring.

Free to print and unlimited classroom use

This high quality coloring page is free for parents, teachers, and homeschoolers. Print as many copies as you need for home activities, art lessons, or creative classroom projects.