10 Cow Coloring Pages (Download Free Printable PDF)

I have something fantastic for you on this lovely autumn afternoon! Ten free cow coloring pages, just ready to print and color. You are in the right place if you are looking for a fun, screen-free activity that stimulates imagination and aids in the development of critical skills in young kids. Right below this article are printable PDF pages ready for download and enjoyment!

Last weekend, Lisa and Mike had a blast coloring these. Lisa, who loves pink, turned her cow into a Hello Kitty-style masterpiece with bows and sparkles. Mike, on the other hand, went for a bold green and red superhero cow, claiming it was the “protector of the farm!”

The Hidden Benefits of Coloring

Coloring isn’t just fun. It’s scientifically proven to help kids develop in so many ways. Here’s why you’ll love these cow coloring pages:

• Fun without screens: a good respite from technology.
• Enhances emphasis: Children pick up awareness of detail and patience.
• Motivates innovation: Every cow can have a distinct look.
• Builds motor skills: Helps with grip strength and coordination.

Fun Fact: Coloring helps activate the right hemisphere of the brain, which is in charge of creativity and problem-solving, according to child development professionals.

Safety Advice for Young Artists

Although coloring is a low-risk and easy hobby, a few steps will help it to be even more enjoyable:

• Use washable markers: Trust me, it’s better than explaining to Emily (my wife) why the table is now a rainbow!
• Kid-safe scissors: If your child wants to cut out their cow, supervise them. Mike once cut out a cow’s ear… Let’s just say it looked more like a bunny afterward!
• Keep a coloring station: A dedicated space helps keep crayons off the couch (lesson learned).

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7 Crafts for Kids Using Cow Coloring Pages

Coloring is a fantastic way to engage kids in creative activities, and crafting takes it to the next level! If your kids love cows, you’re in luck; I have published 10 free cow coloring pages in PDF format right above this article, ready to download and print. Now, let’s turn those adorable cow coloring sheets into fun, hands-on crafts!

1. Cow Paper Plate Mask

Materials Needed:

• Printed cow coloring pages (colored and cut out)
• White paper plate
• Glue stick
• Scissors
• Hole puncher
• String or elastic band
• Markers or crayons (optional)

Steps:

1. Starting with your child coloring their preferred cow face from one of the free coloring pages, if they like, encourage them to get creative with patterns and even add a cowboy hat or pink bow.
2. After coloring is finished, carefully cut out the cow’s face. If your child is young, help them avoid mistakes by guiding their hands or using safety scissors.
3. Take a paper plate and cut out two eye holes in the center. This will make sure your child can see when wearing their new cow mask.
4. Glue the cut-out cow face onto the plate, aligning it with the eye holes. Press firmly and let it dry for a few minutes.
5. Make holes in the plate on all sides with a hole punch. Then, put an elastic band or string on the mask so it fits well around their head.
6. Make them act like they are a happy cow while they wear their new mask. Lisa really liked this part, and Mike took off running around the house making “moo” sounds like a cow!

Adding cotton balls to the mask will make it more fun. You can also use glow-in-the-dark paint for a surprise at night. For more fun farm-themed craft ideas, visit Pinterest.com.

2. Cow-Themed Bookmark

Materials Needed:

• Printed and colored cow coloring pages
• Cardstock paper
• Glue
• Laminating sheet (optional)
• Hole puncher and ribbon (optional)

Steps:

1. From the free coloring pages, have your child choose a cow picture and color it in their preferred tones. Lisa always chooses pink dots for her cows; Mike insists his cow has green ears!
2. Carefully cut out the colored cow image and glue it onto a sturdy piece of cardstock. This will make sure the bookmark lasts longer.
3. If you want extra durability, cover the bookmark with a laminating sheet or use clear tape on both sides.
4. Let your child use their new cow bookmark to save their place in bedtime stories. Mike proudly placed his inside his favorite Sonic book, while Lisa used hers in a Hello Kitty diary.

Pro Tip: You can add a motivational quote on the back like, “Reading is Moo-tiful!” For more fun printable bookmarks, check out RedTedArt.com.

3. Cow Mobile Decoration

Materials Needed:

• Colored cow coloring pages
• String or yarn
• A wooden dowel or sturdy stick
• Tape or glue
• Hole puncher

Steps:

1. Print several cow pictures from the free PDF, then let your children color them any way they choose. To set every cow apart, they can add sunglasses, flowers, or even humorous gestures.
2. Once they are colored, cut out each cow shape carefully. Lisa enjoys this step, but Mike gets impatient, so I always help him a little.
3. Use a hole puncher to make a hole at the top of each cow cutout.
4. Cut several string lengths and fasten one end to every cow picture.
5. Attach the other end of the strings to a robust stick or wooden dowel. For a great effect, make sure the cows hang at various heights.
6. Hang it in your child’s room as a fun farm-themed decoration. Lisa hung hers by her window, and Mike insisted on putting his near his toy shelf.

Genius Hack: Add small jingle bells to the bottom of each cow for a fun, musical effect when the mobile moves!

4. Cow Stick Puppets

Materials Needed:

• Printable cow coloring pages
• Craft sticks
• Glue
• Scissors

Steps:

1. Choose a handful of cow pictures from the free printable sheets and color them. Make sure your children create several styles to have a range of cow characters.
2. Cut out the cow images carefully, making sure to leave enough space at the bottom for the stick to be glued on.
3. Glue each cow onto a craft stick and press firmly. Let it dry completely so the puppet stays in place.
4. Once dry, let the kids put on a farm-themed puppet show. Last time, Mike made his cow dance while Lisa created a princess cow character, and we all ended up laughing so hard!

Fun Tip: Add googly eyes or use felt for extra texture to make the puppets even more fun!

5. DIY Cow Puzzle

Materials Needed:

• Printed and colored cow coloring pages
• Cardstock
• Glue
• Scissors

Steps:

1. The free printable coloring pages include a cow image that your child can color. To make the puzzle more interesting, encourage them to use a range of vibrant colors. While Mike favors green and blue, Lisa is always utilizing pink and purple!
2. To make your puzzle pieces, carefully cut along the lines. It takes time to do this step, so be patient. Help your child cut if they are too young or use safety scissors.
3. Once the puzzle pieces are ready, toss them about and let your child try to fit the cow back together. Lisa solved it rather quickly, but Mike grew irritated midway through. We turned it into a team-building exercise, and Emily jumped in to see him through to completion.
4. You might add more pieces or match a background to increase the difficulty of the puzzle. For extra fun, you can even create several cow puzzles and mix them.

That’s a good idea: Keep the pieces in a small bag or box that you can seal again so they don’t get lost. You could even give the bag a funny name, like “Moo Moo Puzzle!”

Smart Tip: To use the puzzle more than once, laminate the coloring page first, then glue it to the cardstock. Since it’s dry-erase, your child can color it and then wipe it clean for a new puzzle every time.

6. Cow Greeting Cards

Materials Needed:

• Printed cow coloring pages
• Cardstock or folded construction paper
• Scissors
• Glue stick
• Markers, stickers, or glitter for decoration
• Googly eyes (optional)

Steps:

1. First color your selected cow illustration. Urge children to be creative; perhaps a polka-dot or a rainbow cow! Mike decided his cow needed superhero colors; thus, our flying cow came out red and blue!
2. Carefully cut out the colored cow and glue it onto the front of a folded cardstock. If using white paper, consider layering it over a bright-colored background to make it pop.
3. This is where Lisa really shines! She added small glitter stars and even a tiny bow on one of the cows to make it look fancy.
4. Help children craft a heartfelt or entertaining message inside. Younger children like Mike can write the words lightly in pencil and let them run over each other.
5. For a fun effect, stick on googly eyes; for a fluffy cow tail, add 3D objects like cotton balls.

Safety Tip: To avoid choking hazards, always watch kids use scissors and small decorations like googly eyes.

Fun Tip: To simplify the process for small hands, try using stickers and pre-cut shapes if you are creating many of these cards for a party or event!

7. Cow Fridge Magnets

Materials Needed:

• Printed cow coloring pages
• Cardboard or craft foam
• Scissors
• Glue
• Magnet strips or small round magnets
• Markers, stickers, or paint
• Clear adhesive or laminate (optional for durability)

Steps:

1. Let the children color their cow any way they choose. Try several poses or expressions if you are creating several magnets!
2. Glue the colored cow onto a sturdy material like cardboard or foam. This makes it durable and long-lasting.
3. If you want the magnets to last longer (especially with kids constantly handling them), cover them with clear adhesive paper or laminate them.
4. Cut a small piece of magnet strip and stick it to the back. If using round magnets, glue them securely.
5. Stick the magnet on the fridge and admire your work. Mike stuck his right next to his best drawing—a messy doodle of Sonic.

Safety Tip: Be careful with small magnets around younger kids, as they can be hazardous if swallowed.

Genius Hack: Instead of just making one magnet, create a whole cow-themed set! You can have a cow face, a milk bottle, a farm landscape, and even tiny speech bubbles with funny cow puns like “Moo-tastic!”

These activities are ideal for transforming basic cow coloring pages into engaging and unforgettable experiences for children. Whether your project involves puppets, puzzles, or decorations, it promotes imagination, fine motor abilities, and narrative. Not to mention, right above this article, you may download my ten free cow coloring pages in PDF format!

I hope you and your kids have as much fun with these crafts as Lisa, Mike, and I did! Let me know which one your little artists enjoyed the most!