Hippo Coloring Pages (Free PDF Printables)

Get ready for a “hippo-tastic” time with Hippo Coloring Pages! Download and print free PDF printables for a fun coloring adventure. Perfect for parents and educators, these sheets bring the beloved character to life. Ideal for creative kids eager to color their day away!

Hey little artists! Get ready to color your day with happiness with our hippo-tastic collection of coloring pages. From baby hippos taking their first steps to Fiona dancing at her birthday bash, we’ve got every scene your crayons are dreaming of. Whether it’s Gloria’s big splash or a preschool party, our easy, animal-themed pages are perfect for every kiddo artist. So, grab your crayons, because it’s time to add some splashy colors to these hippos! And the best part? You can start right now by clicking here for Printable Coloring Sheets. It’s all free, all fun, and all for you! 🖍️✨

To begin, select any image or link below to open the PDF coloring sheet in a new tab. You can then download, print, or use an iPad to color it digitally.

Each coloring page is formatted for standard US letter size and also fits well on A4 paper sizes. Enjoy!

Hippo Coloring Pages: Fun and Creative Projects for Kids

Explore the wonderful world of hippos with these fun and colorful crafts and coloring activities. These projects not only encourage creativity but also help young children develop fine motor skills and learn more about these fascinating animals.

1. Hippo Family Collage

Bring the family theme into your art and craft session with a charming hippo family collage. Kids can create a scenic river backdrop and populate it with hippo parents and their baby hippo.

• Materials Needed: Construction paper, safety scissors, glue, markers, and various fabric scraps.
• Steps: Start by using blue paper for the water and green paper for foliage. Cut out hippo shapes from grey or purple paper and decorate them using fabric scraps for details like ears and eyes. Assemble the scene by pasting each element onto a larger piece of cardstock or a poster board.

2. Hippo Puppets

Create hand or stick pupaps that can be used to tell stories or just for fun puppet play. These are simple to make and provide a great opportunity for imaginative play.

• Materials Needed: Socks or paper bags, buttons, yarn, glue, and markers.
• Steps: Choose a sock or paper bag as the base. Decorate it to look like a hippo by using buttons for the eyes and yarn for the mouth. Use markers to add any additional details such as nostrils or a tail.

3. Hippo Masquerade Mask

Kids can delve into some role-play with these easy-to-make hippo masks. It’s perfect for creative play or themed party.

• Materials Needed: Paper plates, paint, elastic string, hole punch, and decorations such as glitter or stickers.
• Steps: Cut the paper plate into the shape of a hippo face. Paint it grey and allow it to dry. Decorate with facial features and punch holes on the sides to tie the elastic string for wearing.

Easy Hippo Coloring Pages

An easy and fun way to introduce kids to art is through coloring. Here are some simple Hippo Coloring Pages options for young children:

4. Simple Hippo Coloring Sheets

Opt for baby hippo and their family outlines which are easy for younger kids to color. These can be cute and serve as a great way to start a discourse on animal families.

• Materials Needed: Printable hippo coloring sheets and crayons.
• Steps: Download free PDF coloring pages and print them. Provide kids with crayons or markers to color the hippos in various shades.

5. Hippo Theme Party Crafts

Plan a hippo-themed craft party with a variety of coloring and craft activities.

• Materials Needed: Invitation cards shaped like hippos, hippo face masks, hippo coloring pages, and craft supplies.
• Steps: Organize a space where kids can rotate through different stations – coloring their own hippo page, making a hippo mask, and crafting a small hippo model from clay or playdough. Don’t forget to decorate with hippo-themed balloons and streamers!

Each of these activities is designed to provide both fun and educational experiences centered around the delightful theme of hippos. Enjoy crafting and coloring with these lovable water giants!