A cow’s calm, peaceful nature makes them some of the most beloved farm animals ever. We are bringing some of that sweetness into our collection of cow coloring pages. Each of these 12 coloring pages is free to download and print. Did you know each cow’s spots are unique, like a fingerprint? And now, like spots on a cow, you can put crayon on paper and make these pages as unique as cowhide.
Our cow coloring pages offer illustrations all ages will love. This collection features an easy to color cow for little ones, an adorable baby cow in a flower crown, the classic cown on the farm, and more!
How to Download Coloring Pages
Each coloring sheet is a high-resolution letter size printable PDF you can color one of two ways: on paper, or digitally. Instructions for downloading free coloring pages are below.
Download and Print
- Click the coloring page you like. The link will open a PDF in a new window.
- Save the file to your computer, or print the page. Now you can get coloring right away!
Download and Color Digitally
- Click the coloring page you like. The link will open a PDF in a new window.
- Save the file to your computer or tablet.
- Open the file in your favorite coloring app. To color in Procreate, check our Guide to Coloring in Procreate for a quick tutorial on how to get set up.
All coloring pages are for personal, non-commercial use only.
Cow Coloring Pages
How To Use Our Coloring Pages
Turn your finished cow coloring pages into fun, educational projects and simple decor ideas. These easy crafts are perfect for kids to learn, play, and display their artwork in creative ways around the house or in the classroom.
“C is for Cow” Learning Board
Use the “C is for Cow” coloring page for this craft. Mount the page onto construction paper or cardboard. Invite the kids to choose from a selection of objects that start with the letter C to add to the board. Like cotton balls (for cow spots!), comb, coin, and car. Use glue dots, double-sided tape, or Velcro dots to hold objects in place on the board. This educational activity is great for preschoolers working on letter sounds and recognition.
Farmyard Garland
Color and cut out several cows—realistic, doodle, or cartoon styles all work. Punch holes in the cut-outs. Then, string them together with yarn or twine to create a cute farm-themed garland. Hang it across a window, wall, or classroom bulletin board. This would be a great classroom project for the class to make together. This would make a fun classroom project, with each student coloring a cow to contribute to the decoration.
Moo-Vable Cow Craft
Color and cut out a cow from your favorite page. Then cut out the head, legs, body, and tail as separate pieces. Use brass fasteners to reattach the parts so they can move. It becomes a fun, interactive way for kids to play while learning about animal movement.
Cow Comparison Activity
After coloring different cow pages, have kids compare the cows by identifying similarities (ex: both have spots) and differences (ex: one is wearing flowers). Talk about these ideas using the terms “Similarities” and “Differences.” This activity helps children develop their critical thinking and language skills.
More Free Coloring Fun
We hope these cow coloring pages provided you with a fun, quiet activity! If you’re looking for more animal coloring pages, check out our other collections.
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Coloring Page FAQs
Are these coloring pages AI?
No. We do not distribute AI coloring pages. We work with a team of artists and are committed to bringing you high quality, hand drawn coloring pages.
What kind of paper should I use to print my coloring pages?
You can use any printer paper you like. However, if you're looking for recommendations for different mediums, here is what we suggest.
For crayons and washable markers, use any paper.
For colored pencils, we recommend a 32 lb paper.
For alcohol markers, we recommend an 60 lb cover stock.
Check your printer for compatibility when purchasing paper at different weights.
What file format are the coloring pages?
Our coloring pages are high resolution PDFs.
What size are your coloring pages?
All of our free, downloadable coloring pages are US Letter size (8.5 x 11").
Can I color these pages digitally?
Yes, you can import any of our coloring pages into Procreate to color digitally.
Where can I see the full list of FAQs?
If you have more questions you'd like answered, visit our FAQ page.
