Back to School Coloring Page

Get Ready for School with This Free Back to School Coloring Page!

It’s that time of year again! Fresh notebooks, sharpened pencils, and the smell of crayons in the air! Whether your little ones are heading off to school for the very first time or are seasoned pros in the classroom, this free Back to School coloring page is a fun and creative way to kick off the school season.

This coloring page, drawn entirely by me, is filled with classic school supplies: a cheerful pencil, colorful crayon, handy scissors, trusty ruler, juicy apple, notebook, and more. It’s designed with bold lines and simple shapes, perfect for young kids, preschoolers, and early elementary students.

Why This Coloring Page is Perfect for Back to School Season

Coloring is not just fun, it’s calming, helps develop fine motor skills, and gets kids into the school spirit. This school supplies coloring sheet makes a great classroom icebreaker, morning work activity, or after-school wind-down at home. And the best part? It’s totally FREE when you sign up for my email list!

Fun Ways to Use This Back to School Coloring Page

Here are a few creative and educational ways to use this printable:

First Day of School Activity: Let kids color this while you take attendance or get settled.
Get to Know You Activity: Have kids color the page, then share their favorite school supply on it.
Decorate Notebooks or Binders: Trim the page and paste it onto school folders, notebooks, or pencil boxes.
Classroom Bulletin Board: Display everyone’s unique coloring page for a cheerful classroom welcome.
Take Home Keepsake: Add it to a scrapbook or journal to remember the first week of school.

Activities to Pair with this Back to School Coloring Page

Make back-to-school even more exciting by pairing the coloring page with these fun ideas:

Create a DIY Pencil Cup: Color the page, cut out the designs, and glue them onto a tin can to hold supplies.
Read a School Themed Book: Pair with a book like The Kissing Hand or If You Take a Mouse to School.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt: Hide real versions of the illustrated supplies and go on a hunt!
Goal Setting Activity: After coloring, have kids write or draw their school year goals on the back.

How to Use This Coloring Page on the First Day of School (for Teachers & Homeschool Parents)

The first day of school sets the tone for the entire year, and this coloring page is a fun, low-pressure way to ease into the day with creativity. Whether you’re welcoming students into a classroom or kicking off your homeschool curriculum, here are some thoughtful ways to use this Back to School coloring page as part of your first-day routine.

For Teachers:

Morning Work Station: Place the coloring page on students’ desks to keep them engaged as everyone arrives and gets settled.
All About Me Connection: After coloring, have students circle the school supplies they’re most excited to use and share why.
Buddy Activity: Pair students up to color together and introduce themselves. It encourages teamwork right from the start!
Display for a Back to School Bulletin Board: Create a “Color Your Year Bright” display with everyone’s finished pages.
Fast Finisher Option: Great to have on hand for early finishers while you handle classroom logistics.

For Homeschool Parents:

Transition Tool: Use the coloring page to shift from summer to school mode in a gentle, fun way.
Start Your Morning Basket: Include this page in your morning time with books, songs, and other gentle learning tools.
Create a Personalized Binder Cover: Let your child color it, write their name, and slip it into the front of their homeschool binder.
Goal Setting Conversation Starter: While coloring, ask your child what they’re excited to learn this year.
Photo Prop: Have them hold up their colored page in a “First Day of School” photo!

This coloring page isn’t just a creative activity, it’s a memory maker! It invites smiles, sparks conversation, and helps kids feel grounded and excited as they begin a brand new year of learning!

How to Get Your Back to School Coloring Page

Ready to download your free coloring page? Just click the rainbow image below (I’m working on adding this image to all my blog posts so you know exactly what to click to get your coloring page!) and it’ll be sent straight to your inbox. You’ll also get a free coloring page every single month and a list of the newest coloring pages added to the site!

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If You Love This Coloring Page, Check These Out!

If you enjoy this one, you’ll love all the other free printable coloring pages:

Each coloring page is illustrated by me with love and designed to bring joy, creativity, and a little extra sparkle to your day!

Let the coloring adventures begin! If your kids enjoy this page, I’d love to see their creations; tag me on Instagram @lisamarklesparkles so I can feature their artwork!

Happy coloring!