Shark Week is around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than by providing free printable shark coloring pages for kids of all ages!
Coloring books have always been a fun way to engage children and develop their fine motor skills. With these free shark coloring pages, kids can explore different designs of sea creatures, from the little shark to the largest fish, the white shark.
Whether your child loves scary or friendly sharks, funny or realistic designs, there is a type of shark coloring sheet for everyone.
These free printable sharks are not only a fun activity for a rainy day, but they can also be used to create a shark-themed birthday party or an undersea adventure.
Your kids might like these jokes about sharks, too!
18 Free Shark Coloring Pages
From a cute shark coloring page, to a friendly shark, a happy shark or even some shark teeth… let’s take a look at the coloring sheets within this free printable pack.
Whale Shark Coloring Page
Shark Family Coloring Page
Simple Shark Coloring Page
This one is easier for toddlers and younger kids
Shark Fin Coloring Page
this one should be turned to landscape orientation to color the shark fin popping up out of the water
Hammerhead Shark Coloring Page
This is another easier one for little ones, with less detail
Whale Shark Family Coloring Page
Shark jaws coloring page
Shark Teeth Coloring Page
If you like coloring teeth make sure to check out our dental coloring pages
And little kids are sure to love this baby shark craft, too!
Shark Facts
A few fun facts for the kids, while they color!
- Sharks have been around for a very long time – over 400 million years!
- Some sharks can have up to 50,000 teeth in their lifetime.
- The largest fish in the world is a shark called the whale shark, which can grow up to 40 feet long!
- Sharks have an amazing sense of smell that allows them to detect one drop of blood in a million drops of water.
- Not all sharks are scary – there are actually some friendly sharks that enjoy being around humans, like the nurse shark.
- Some species of sharks can swim up to 60 miles per hour, making them one of the fastest creatures in the ocean!
Types of Shark
There are many different species of sharks
- Whale shark
- Tiger Shark
- Hammerhead Shark
- Great White Shark
- Nurse Shark
- Bull Shark
- Gray Reef Sharks
- Lemon Shark
- Mako Shark
Download PDF Files
Click below to download all of these shark coloring pages to enjoy with your kids.
Terms of use: Free for personal use and classroom use / non commercial use.
These free shark coloring pages offer a fun and educational way for kids to learn about marine life and the different types of sharks that inhabit the depths of the ocean.
Whether your child prefers simple or intricate designs, adorable or scary sharks, there are a variety of options available.
By coloring these pages, kids can explore the vibrant colors of sea creatures and coral reefs while developing their fine motor skills.
So why not print out some free printable shark coloring pages today and let your child’s imagination take them on a shark-filled adventure?
Who knows, they may even learn a thing or two about these fascinating creatures.
And don’t forget to share these coloring pages with your friends and family or pin to your Pinterest board. Thanks so much!
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Anna Marikar, mum of four and seasoned blogger, has spent over a decade sharing her parenting journey and passion for kid-friendly crafts and free printables.
Her easy-to-follow craft ideas and practical parenting advice have transformed In The Playroom into a cherished resource for parents.
Thank you, blogger, for sharing these wonderful free printable shark coloring pages! They are a fantastic way to engage children and spark their imagination while teaching them about these fascinating sea creatures. I love the variety of designs and the educational shark facts included. Keep up the great work!