Snap into creativity with our collection of free alligator coloring pages. Whether you are looking for realistic American alligators lurking in the swamp or playful cartoon gators for toddlers, we have plenty of options. These printable sheets are fantastic for teaching kids about reptiles while refining fine motor skills. Grab your green crayons and get ready for some swampy fun.
Cute Baby Alligator
American Alligator in a Swamp
Christmas Alligator
Summer Alligator at the Beach
Cool Alligator with Sunglasses
Chinese Alligator in a River
Alligator Eating Ice Cream
Alligator with a Birthday Cake
Alligator Playing a Guitar
Alligator Riding a Skateboard
Alligator Chef
Alligator in a Spacesuit
Alligator in a Raincoat
Alligator Reading a Book
Alligator Playing Soccer
Alligator in a Halloween Costume
Alligator Building a Sandcastle
Alligator Going Camping
Alligator with a Backpack
Alligator Playing the Drums
Alligator Underwater
Alligator on a Swing
Alligator with a Butterfly
Alligator at a Picnic
Alligator on a Bicycle
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Activities to Do With Alligator Coloring Pages
Coloring is just the start of the fun. You can turn these printable sheets into engaging crafts and educational activities. Here are a few creative ideas to try with your kids.
Create a Swamp Diorama
Bring the alligator’s habitat to life by building a diorama. Have your child color and cut out their favorite alligator. Use an old shoebox turned on its side as the background. Paint the inside green and brown to look like a swamp, and glue blue paper on the bottom for water. Place the cutout alligator inside to create a 3D scene.
Greater Than/Less Than Math Game
Teachers often use the alligator mouth to teach “greater than” and “less than” symbols. Color two alligator heads, glue them to popsicle sticks, and use them to chomp the bigger number. This turns a simple coloring activity into a hands-on math lesson.
Textured Skin Art
Alligators are known for their rough, bumpy scales. Instead of just using crayons, try adding texture to the page. Glue small pieces of green bubble wrap, crumpled tissue paper, or even dried green lentils onto the alligator’s body. This provides a great sensory experience for toddlers.
“A” is for Alligator
Use these pages to teach the alphabet. Print a large letter “A” alongside the alligator coloring page. Have your child color both and trace the letter. You can discuss the “ah” sound and brainstorm other words that start with the letter A while you color.
Stick Puppets
Turn your colored creations into puppets for storytelling. Print the pages on cardstock or glue the finished paper onto a cereal box for stability. Cut out the alligator and tape a craft stick to the back. Kids can put on a puppet show about adventures in the Everglades.
Alligator Fact File
Combine art with science by creating a fact file. After coloring a realistic alligator page, have your child research three fun facts about the reptile. Write these facts in the empty space around the drawing. This encourages reading and research skills.
FAQs
What is the Difference Between an Alligator and a Crocodile?
The easiest way to tell them apart is the shape of their snout. Alligators have a wide, U-shaped snout, while crocodiles have a narrower, V-shaped snout. Also, when an alligator closes its mouth, you usually cannot see its bottom teeth.
What Colors Should I Use for Alligator Coloring Pages?
While real alligators are typically dark green, olive, or brownish-gray to blend into swamps, you can use any color you like. Albino alligators are white with pink eyes, and cartoon gators look great in bright greens, blues, or purples.
Are Alligators Dinosaurs?
Not exactly, but they are relatives. Alligators are archosaurs, a group that included dinosaurs. They have lived on Earth for millions of years and look very similar to their ancient ancestors.
Where Do Alligators Live?
American alligators live in the southeastern United States, mostly in Florida and Louisiana. They prefer freshwater environments like swamps, marshes, rivers, lakes, and wetlands.
How Many Teeth Does an Alligator Have?
An alligator can have up to 80 teeth in its mouth at one time. As their teeth wear down, new ones grow in to replace them. An alligator might go through 3,000 teeth in its lifetime.
What Type of Paper is Best for Printing Coloring Pages?
Standard printer paper works well for crayons and colored pencils. If you plan to use markers or watercolors, it is better to use cardstock or heavier paper to prevent the ink from bleeding through.
