Santa Coloring Pages
Santa coloring pages show Santa Claus in his red suit and white beard, with his sleigh, his sack of toys and the North Pole. Simple faces suit toddlers, and busier Christmas Eve scenes suit older kids.
Very simple santa coloring pages ages 2-4
Easy santa coloring pages ages 3-6
Medium santa coloring pages ages 6-10
Detailed santa coloring pages ages 10+ and adults
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Kids love the familiar details: the black belt with a gold buckle, the furry white trim, rosy cheeks and the pom-pom on his hat. While coloring, talk about family traditions, like leaving cookies and milk on Christmas Eve or writing a letter to Santa. The pages work all through December, from the first week of Advent to the last days before Christmas.
To keep the beard and fur trim white, color the red parts first and stop short of the trim. A light gray pencil along the edges of the beard gives it a soft, fluffy look.
Fun facts to share while you color
- Santa Claus is based partly on Saint Nicholas, a bishop who lived long ago and was known for giving gifts.
- In the legend, Santa lives at the North Pole and makes toys with his elves.
- In the Christmas story, Santa's sleigh is pulled through the sky by flying reindeer.
- In Britain, Santa is often called Father Christmas.
Ways to use these santa pages
- Write a letter to Santa on the back of the colored page and mail it in a homemade envelope.
- Glue cotton balls onto Santa's beard after coloring for a soft, fluffy craft.
- Fold a colored Santa into a holiday card for grandparents or a teacher.
- Make a December countdown by coloring one small part of Santa each day until Christmas.
Questions parents and teachers ask
What colors are on Santa's suit?
Santa's suit is red with white furry trim, a black belt with a gold or yellow buckle, and black boots.
What is another name for Santa Claus?
He is called Father Christmas in Britain and Saint Nick in parts of the United States. Many countries have their own name for the holiday gift-giver.
How can kids make Santa's beard fluffy on a coloring page?
Glue cotton balls onto the beard after coloring the rest of the page. It makes a soft craft for a window or the fridge.
