12 Monster Truck Coloring Pages (Download Free Printable PDF)

1. Monster Truck Stand-Up Models

Materials Needed:

• Printed and colored monster truck coloring pages
• Cardstock or cereal box cardboard
• Scissors
• Glue or double-sided tape
• Craft sticks or toilet paper rolls

Steps:

1. First, have your child pick and color their preferred monster truck from the printable pages. Mike loved adding blue lightning bolts last week; he claimed they looked quite fast!
2. Once the coloring is done, carefully cut out the monster truck images. I usually help Mike with this part, as he’s still learning to handle scissors safely. Lisa, on the other hand, enjoys doing this step independently and even helps her little brother.
3. To provide the colored truck more structure, glue it on a strong piece of cardboard or cardstock. This allows the truck to remain upright and last longer, particularly during play.
4. Using glue or tape, fasten a toilet paper roll or craft stick to the rear. This serves as the stand; occasionally we have fun writing the truck’s name on the base or adding stickers.
5. Let it dry completely before using it in pretend play. Mike always sets up a mini race arena on the table, while Lisa creates stories for each truck.

Fun Tip: Add bottle caps as wheels on the sides to give the truck a 3D effect. Mike calls them “power tires”!

2. Monster Truck Race Track Board

Materials Needed:

• Large sheet of cardboard or poster board
• Colored markers or washi tape
• Monster truck coloring pages
• Scissors
• Velcro dots or magnets (optional)

Steps:

1. Using markers or washi tape, help your child design a winding race track out of a big piece of cardboard. Lisa made one using ramps and loops, and Mike included a “mud zone.”
2. Print and color a few monster trucks. Encourage creativity. Last time Lisa colored hers pink with glitter, and Mike insisted his needed green flames.
3. Cut out each monster truck and reinforce the backs with a second sheet of cardstock to keep them from bending.
4. To enable each truck to travel across the track without falling off, fasten Velcro dots or magnets to their rear. For younger children especially, this helps playtime go more smoothly.
5. Let’s let them race! Write fictional situations like “Who gets through the mud fastest?” Alternatively, “Who does the coolest jump?”

Pro Tip: Use empty paper towel rolls to create tunnels or bridges for the trucks to pass through.

3. Monster Truck Color Sorting Game

Materials Needed:

• Monster truck coloring pages printed in different colors
• Cups or bins labeled with color names
• Scissors
• Timer (optional)

Steps:

1. Print several copies of the monster truck coloring pages and vary their tones. Lisa liked selecting the color combinations and even included zigzags and polka dots in hers. Mike lost control with blues and greens.
2. Cut them out once the trucks are painted. Mike and the younger children might need assistance here. Usually, we do this step together while discussing the designs and colors.
3. Arrange all the colorful trucks on the table and surround the labeled bins or cups with them.
4. Sort the trucks according to main color in a cup. I timed it and cheered them on to make it interesting. Mike races against the clock and yells, “Blue truck, GO!” getting really into it.
5. Including patterns or asking the children to sort by two criteria, such as color and size, you can create additional challenges.

Safety Tip: Always supervise kids with scissors and consider pre-cutting for very young ones. Child-safe scissors are a great option.

4. Monster Truck Wall Art Collage

Materials Needed:

• Free printable monster truck coloring pages
• A large sheet of paper or cardboard
• Scissors
• Glue
• Crayons or markers
• Stickers and glitter (optional)

Steps:

1. Let the kids pick out their favorite monster truck coloring pages and color them in. On a cold, rainy day last fall, we all sat around the kitchen table with warm cocoa while Lisa made a hot-pink truck with heart decals and Mike made a “snowplow truck” with big gray wheels.
2. Carefully cut out the trucks. Lisa always wants her truck to be right in the center of the collage. Mike prefers his to fly through the air, mid-jump!
3. Once they’ve decided on the layout, glue the trucks onto a large cardboard sheet. Then, use markers to draw ramps, mud puddles, or cheering crowds. Mike even drew a hot dog stand once.
4. Add sparkle and shine with glitter, stickers, or metallic pens. Emily joined in this time and added flags to the race.
5. Display it proudly on the wall or fridge. It becomes a fun memory that everyone contributed to.

Helpful Idea: Ask your kids to name their art. Lisa named hers “Queen Crusher’s Big Day,” and Mike called his “Race Through Slime Valley.”

5. Monster Truck Alphabet Match

Materials Needed:

• Monster truck coloring pages
• Labels with letters of the alphabet
• Marker
• Scissors

Steps:

1. Put one large letter of the alphabet on every truck. Start younger children with a small number of letters at a time. Lisa and I went all the way from A to Z together last month. She even helped highlight some trucks to increase their appeal.
2. Make cards matching in letter count. To make it more instructive, capitalize the trucks and use lowercase for the cards.
3. Toss everything together, then arrange it on the table. Ask your child to match every truck with the proper letter.
4. Time their ability to match all to create a mini challenge. Mike finds this section to be great. Every time he tries to exceed his own score.
5. Have your child name a word beginning with every letter. Mike yelled “Lion Truck!” with a great smile when he found “L.”

Helpful Link: Want more ways to boost early literacy through play? Check out this expert guide on learning the alphabet through hands-on activities by Reading Rockets.

Pro Tip: Laminate the cards for durability, especially if you’ll use them often.

6. Monster Truck Tire Tracks Painting

Materials Needed:

• Toy monster trucks with textured wheels
• Paint
• Large paper
• Printed and colored monster truck coloring pages (optional)

Steps:

1. Set up a washable painting area, preferably outside. On a warm summer afternoon, we did this in the backyard. Lisa picked bright neon colors, while Mike, of course, went straight for the mud-brown.
2. Pour small amounts of paint into trays or plates. Dip the monster truck wheels gently into the paint.
3. Roll them across the paper to create fun tire tracks. It’s such a satisfying experience for kids. Each track looks different, and the kids love comparing them.
4. While the paint dries, bring out some coloring pages and let the kids work on more trucks to glue onto the painted scene.
5. Once everything is dry, help glue the cutout trucks on the paper to complete the scene.

Fun Tip: Mix brown paint with a little water to simulate real mud. It’s messy but worth it. Just make sure to wear old clothes!

7. Monster Truck Story Cards

Materials Needed:

• Monster truck coloring pages
• Index cards
• Glue
• Pen or marker

Steps:

1. Begin by coloring your monster trucks. This is the part Lisa enjoys the most. She gave each truck sparkly details and even named them. Her favorite was “Twinkle Wheels,” a truck that dances instead of racing. Mike chose “Crash-Zoom,” which he said could jump over mountains.
2. Cut out the trucks and glue each one onto an index card. Underneath each truck, write a fun story starter. Examples include “This truck climbed a volcano last summer” or “Once saved a town full of puppies.” Lisa loved coming up with the wildest adventures.
3. Mix all the story cards into a pile. Ask your child to draw three and tell a silly story using all of them. Last weekend, we did this during a cozy, rainy night. Mike’s story included a truck turning into a dragon and flying to Candyland.
4. Keep the story going by asking creative questions like, “What did the truck find on the mountain?” or “How did the dancing truck save the town?” It’s a fantastic way to build storytelling confidence and giggles. For more inspiration on helping kids become creative storytellers, visit Scholastic’s guide to storytelling for children.
5. Store the cards in a small box or envelope. Over time, you’ll build a collection of colorful trucks and silly stories.

Genius Hack: Turn it into a bedtime routine. Pull one card and build a bedtime story around it. One night, Mike made up a story so goofy that Emily and I couldn’t stop laughing.

Final Thoughts

Craft time is more than just cutting and coloring; it’s a chance to connect, learn, and grow with your children. Every activity in this list was tested and loved by my own kids, Lisa and Mike, and I hope they bring just as much joy to your home. From alphabet games to wild weather scenes, these crafts turn simple monster truck coloring pages into hours of laughter and creativity. Don’t forget to grab the free printable coloring sheets below and let your child’s imagination take the wheel.

If your kids are fans of wheels and motion, don’t stop at monster trucks! You’ll also find exciting motorcycle coloring pages, creative scooter printables, and fun bicycle coloring sheets waiting to be explored.