Scroll to the end to snag 16 free back to school coloring pages printable!
Back to school season is here!
And that means it’s time to get your classroom buzzing with fun, engaging activities that will ease your students back into routines.
Whether you’re a seasoned teacher or a first-year educator, having a few no-prep, high-interest activities ready can make those first few weeks back to school go smoothly.
To help make returning to the classroom go smoothly, I’ve put together a set of 16 free back to school coloring pages that are perfect for kindergarten through third grade.
These printables are a fantastic way to add creativity and calm into your first days while sneaking in a little learning too!
Coloring Pages Included
This free first week of school coloring pages pack features a variety of activity types so you can mix and match based on your students’ grade levels and interests:
6 Color by Number Pages – These coloring pages are perfect for practicing number recognition and color word reading. These pages offer a gentle, structured activity that your students can complete independently.
4 Math Coloring Pages – These are designed with simple addition and subtraction problems, where students solve equations to determine which colors to use. A fun way to reinforce basic math facts!
6 Classic Coloring Pages – These include an alphabet-themed coloring page. A page with numbers 1 through 13. Plus 4 pages with cute back-to-school images, such as backpacks, notebooks, school supplies, and more!
These sheets are full of bold, kid-friendly illustrations designed to allow kids to tap into their creativity during those first few days back.
Suggested Ways To Use These Coloring Pages in Your Classroom
There are so many ways to use these printables to build your classroom community and encourage learning right from the start:
Icebreaker Activities – Set out the pages on each student’s desk on the first day of school. As kids color, walk around, and chat with each one. Ask about their favorite colors, school supplies, or if they’ve ever done color-by-number before. It’s a non-intimidating way to start conversations and get to know your students.
Back-to-School Centers – Add these printables to your back to school-themed center. Pair with crayons, markers, or colored pencils and allow your students to rotate through this calm, independent station while you assess, manage supplies, or get to know your class.
Fun Friday or Early Finisher Activities – Keep a folder of these pages ready for early finishers or as a Fun Friday reward. Kids love a brain break that still feels purposeful, plus, they’re secretly reviewing math and literacy skills while they color.
Perfect for Kindergarten – 3rd Grade Teachers
These pages are designed with kindergarten through third grade in mind.
They’re simple enough for little kindies, but engaging enough to capture the attention of older elementary students.
Whether your goal is quiet time, skill practice, or creative expression, this set offers something for every learner.
Grab Your Free Printable Set
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Back To School Coloring Pages Printable (13 downloads )
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Free Printable Back to School Coloring Pages
By kicking off your school year with these fun coloring pages, you’re not only creating a warm classroom atmosphere. But, you’re also giving your students a chance to settle in, get creative, and start their year on the right foot.
Other Fun Activities You May Want To Snag
Here are some other fun printable activities you may be interested in for your students:
- Animal color by number
- Tracing numbers 1 to 10 worksheets free download
- Interview a friend worksheets
- Free outer space writing activities
- Space I spy printable activities
- Free growth mindset activity mat
- Free growth mindset coloring pages
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