Coloring page Cheerful Crocodile with a Big Smile

A smiling crocodile stands in the water with its mouth wide open and large, round eyes. Its back features a row of bumpy scales, while broad stripes mark its belly. Around the animal, waves are drawn on the water’s surface along with several lily leaves. On the sides, clumps of grass and tall cattails grow.

In school, this coloring page is perfect for quiet work after reading a story about water animals. Coloring helps practice mindfulness as it requires staying within clear outlines and distinguishing shapes. This picture for kids has plenty of large areas, making it easy to plan colors without rushing. It’s also a good way to discuss what’s in the foreground and what’s in the background. The stripes on the belly help show the rounded shape of the body and organize the division into parts. It’s worth giving the belly stripes a bright yellow and olive green color, as the contrast will highlight their rhythm and won’t disappear with the thick outline. Use crayons to finish the waves on the water, guiding the line lightly without pressing hard.

Print the page and color the crocodile and the leaves on the water.