20 Dragon Coloring Pages (Download Free Printable PDF)

1. Dragon Puppets

Materials Needed:

• Dragon coloring pages
• Scissors
• Glue or tape
• Popsicle sticks
• Crayons, markers, or colored pencils
• Optional: googly eyes, glitter

Steps:

1. First, pick out your favorite dragon design from the list of free coloring pages. Lisa and Mike, my kids, always pick the ones with the big smiles.
2. Color the dragon pages with your kids. Lisa loves using glitter markers to make the dragons’ scales shine, and Mike enjoys experimenting with fiery red and orange shades for the wings.
3. Carefully cut out the dragon images. I always supervise this part with younger kids to ensure they’re safe with scissors.
4. Attach each dragon to a popsicle stick using glue or tape.
5. Add extras like googly eyes or glitter for a fun, personalized touch.

Genius Tip: Put on a little puppet show! Mike made up a story about a friendly dragon who helped a knight find his lost treasure the last time we did this. It was a big hit, and it made him feel much better about telling stories.

Safety Note: Make sure the glue is safe, and keep little kids away from the scissors.

For more ideas on crafting with kids, check out Kids Craft Room for creative inspirations that pair well with these activities.

2. Dragon-Themed Greeting Cards

Materials Needed:

• Dragon coloring pages
• Cardstock or construction paper
• Glue
• Scissors
• Crayons or markers
• Stickers or stamps

Steps:

1. Fold the cardstock in half to create a card. This can be a fun way to teach kids symmetry.
2. Color and cut out a dragon from the free PDF pages. Let your child’s imagination run wild—Mike once colored a dragon in rainbow hues, and it turned out amazing.
3. Glue the dragon onto the front of the card. Lisa likes to add glitter borders around the edges for extra flair.
4. Write a fun message inside—“You’re Dino-Mite!” is a favorite in our house, but you can personalize it for any occasion.
5. Decorate the card with stickers or stamps to make it even more special.

Helpful Idea: You can use these cards to say “thank you” or celebrate a birthday. Lisa made her grandmother a “Get Well Soon” card one time, and it made her smile so big.

3. Dragon Masks

Materials Needed:

• Printable dragon coloring pages
• Paper plates
• Scissors
• Hole punch
• String or elastic
• Markers or crayons

Steps:

1. Color the dragon face on the pages and cut it out. Tell your kids to be brave with the colors they pick out.
2. Glue the dragon face onto a paper plate to give it structure.
3. Carefully cut out eye holes in the plate. This is a step where adult help might be needed.
4. Use a hole punch on the sides of the plate and attach string or elastic so the mask can be worn.
5. Let your kids try them on and pretend to be dragons. Lisa loves roaring like a dragon while Mike pretends to breathe fire!

Safety Tip: Ensure the string or elastic is not too tight and won’t snap, which could hurt little faces.

4. Dragon Mobile

Materials Needed:

• Dragon coloring pages
• String or yarn
• A stick or coat hanger
• Scissors
• Hole punch
• Crayons or markers

Steps:

1. As your kids print out the pages, have them color a few dragons. When Lisa and Mike paint, they like to add stars and moons to make the scene look magical.
2. Cut them out and punch a hole at the top of each one.
3. Tie strings to each dragon and attach them to a stick or hanger, spacing them out evenly.
4. Get the mobile and hang it in their room or near a window so it can move slowly in the wind.

Fun Tip: Make dragons breathe fire with tissue paper flames! Lisa likes metallic tissue paper sparkle.

For tips on creating mobiles and similar crafts, you might enjoy the detailed guides on The Spruce Crafts.

5. DIY Dragon Puzzle

Materials Needed:

• Printed dragon coloring pages
• Cardboard
• Glue
• Scissors
• Markers or crayons

Steps:

1. Let your kids color the dragon and glue it onto a piece of cardboard. This step helps the puzzle pieces hold up better over time.
2. Once the glue is dry, draw puzzle piece shapes on the back of the cardboard.
3. Cut the cardboard into puzzle pieces. For younger kids, keep the pieces larger and simpler.
4. Mix them up and let your kids solve the puzzle.

Helpful Idea: This is a great way to get better at solving problems. Mike timed himself last weekend to see how fast he could put together his dragon puzzle. It was fun to see how fast he could go.

6. Dragon Bookmarks

Materials Needed:

• Dragon coloring pages
• Scissors
• Markers
• Lamination sheets (optional)

Steps:

1. Cut out dragon shapes or rectangles from the coloring pages.
2. Color them brightly, adding unique details like fire-breathing dragons or magical scales.
3. Laminate them for durability (optional). Protecting the bookmark with two sheets of paper also helps.
4. Use them to mark your favorite stories or give them as gifts.

Genius Tip: Lisa loves making these for class gifts. She personalizes them with their names.

7. Dragon Collage Art

Materials Needed:

• Dragon coloring pages
• Large sheet of paper
• Glue
• Scissors
• Crayons, markers, or colored pencils

Steps:

1. Color and cut out various dragons from the free printable sheets. Encourage your kids to think about a theme for their collage—Mike once made a “dragon jungle.”
2. Arrange them on a large sheet of paper to create a dragon scene. Add castles, forests, or even a volcano in the background.
3. Glue them in place and add finishing touches like cotton balls for clouds or glitter for magical effects.

Helpful Idea: This is a wonderful way to create a keepsake. We’ve framed a few of Lisa’s collages, and she’s so proud to see her art on display.

8. Dragon Party Decorations

Materials Needed:

• Dragon coloring pages
• String
• Scissors
• Glue or tape
• Markers

Steps:

1. Color and cut out dragons from the pages.
2. Attach them to a string to make a garland.
3. Hang the garland around the party area to add a festive, personalized touch.

Fun Tip: We used these decorations for Mike’s birthday, and the kids loved pretending they were at a dragon’s lair. Add balloons and streamers in dragon-themed colors like red, green, and gold to complete the look.

Making dragon coloring pages with your kids is a great way to bond and encourage creativity. These crafts make coloring pages fun for hours with puppets, masks, bookmarks, and puzzles. The free PDF dragon coloring pages below this article are a great place to start all these activities.