For children, carnival is a synonym for joy, imagination and lots of colour. It is a time when they enjoy music, dancing, costumes, makeup, baking, playing, etc. the most. It's like a big birthday party! The carnival invites children not only to dance and dress up, but also to do crafts, draw and paint. That's why we've put together some of the most beautiful carnival pictures for children to color in in this article! The following coloring pages are very simple and therefore ideal for younger children.
These coloring pages are a good way for children at school or daycare to engage in carnival-related activities. With the help of the carnival pictures to color in, you can also discuss topics such as dressing up, masks, celebrations, fasting, etc. together.
TheColoring carnival picturesis fun for children and develops their concentration and fine motor skills. The coloring pages and crafts related to carnival are also ideal for encouraging children's imagination. Right now, when Carnival is coming, take the opportunity to download these free coloring pages and keep the children busy.
Templates for the “Carnival costumes” coloring pages
Below you will find some pictures of fun carnival costumes to color. This is a very fun activity for children because they can develop their imagination and use any colors they like.Clown, pirate, princess, ballerina, astronaut – the little ones love dancing in a colorful costume at the carnival party.
Carnival in Brazil
The first carnival was celebrated in Brazil in 1840 and today the parade in Rio de Janeiro is the largest carnival party in the world. Every year around 5 million people take to the streets of Rio. Although there are big differences in the carnival traditions in Germany and Brazil, they have one thing in common: the colorful clothing and the exuberant celebration!
Tip: The animated film Rio gives a good insight into the atmosphere during the carnival and guarantees an entertaining, family-friendly film experience.
Carnival in Venice
The Carnival in Venice (Italy), on the other hand, is very different from all the others. Typical Venetian clothing from the 17th century is worn. These include heavier suits and dresses with lots of fabric, glitter, velvet, gemstones, pearls. In combination with the outfit, they also wear very pompous hats and the inevitable masks with drawings and glitter.
Carnival masks to print out and color in
Of course, masks should not be missing at any carnival. These coloring pages can also be used ideally as stencils for paper masks. Simply choose the image you like, download it to your computer and print it in its original size. Then you have to stick it on cardboard or cardboard, color it and you're done!
Connect dots
Have you guessed what is depicted in the picture? It's very simple - you just have to connect the dots by following the order of the numbers. Coloring the pictures will help promote children's creativity and imagination.
Mandalas for coloring carnival
These carnival mandalas are perfect for kids!As you know, the mandalas are in many spiritual traditionsused to promote meditation. But these days they are used as a creative pastime. They come in all types and shapes, and can obviously be adapted to the carnival theme. The carnival mandala consists of classic motifs such as masks, balloons, clowns, crowns, which are symmetrical in a circular shape.
Clown carnival pictures to color in