Bring the ocean to life with our free printable shark designs.
Ready to take a bite out of boredom? We have rounded up 50 shark coloring pages that are perfect for ocean lovers of all ages. Whether you are looking for scientifically accurate Great Whites or adorable cartoon sharks for toddlers, we have plenty of free printables to choose from.
Grab your crayons, dive in, and bring these apex predators to life. From peaceful reef scenes to dynamic hunting action, these sheets offer a fun way to learn about marine biology while practicing fine motor skills.
Simple Baby Shark
Here is a simple line art drawing of a cute baby shark. The thick lines make this perfect for toddlers and preschoolers just learning to color.
An intimidating tiger shark roams the ocean’s depths. You can add different shades of blue to the water while smaller fish swim around safely in the background.
This complex mandala pattern incorporates shark fins and tails into the design. It is a great choice for older kids or adults who want a relaxing challenge.
A large, friendly whale shark swims alongside various species of fish. Use spotted patterns and soft greys to capture the gentle nature of this massive creature.
An easy-to-color shark outline that is perfect for beginners. There is plenty of white space here to add your own background details like seaweed or bubbles.
A peaceful angel shark resting on the ocean floor. Since these sharks bury themselves in sand, you can blend browns and yellows for a realistic camouflage effect.
Multiple shark species are gathered here for kids to color. It is a fun way to compare the different fin shapes and body sizes of these marine animals.
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Activities to Do With Shark Coloring Pages
Don’t let the fun stop once the coloring is done. You can repurpose these sheets into creative crafts and educational tools. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
Create a Deep Sea Diorama
Turn a shoebox into an underwater world. Color and cut out the sharks from the pages, then attach them to the top of the box using string or fishing line so they look like they are swimming. Paint the inside of the box blue and add sand, rocks, or green paper “seaweed” to the bottom for a 3D effect.
Make Shark Fact Trading Cards
If you are using the smaller shark images, glue them onto index cards or stiff cardstock. On the back, have your child write down cool facts about that specific species, such as its size, diet, or habitat. This turns art time into a mini science lesson.
Design a Shark Mobile
Select 4 or 5 different sharks, color them in, and cut them out. Punch a small hole in the top of each cutout and tie a string through it. Attach the strings to a hanger or crossed wooden dowels to create a shark mobile that can hang in a bedroom or classroom.
Ocean Themed Party Bunting
Planning a shark-themed birthday party? Print out several coloring pages and cut them into triangles (pennants) or just cut out the sharks themselves. String them together with ribbon to create custom, homemade party decorations that cost almost nothing to make.
Shark Tooth Matching Game
Print two copies of the same shark pages. Color them identically, then paste them onto cardboard squares. Flip them face down and mix them up to play a classic memory matching game. This is a great way to improve concentration while enjoying the artwork.
Storytelling Puppets
After coloring and cutting out the sharks, glue a popsicle stick or a paper straw to the back of each one. Kids can use these stick puppets to put on a puppet show, inventing their own underwater adventures and stories.
FAQs
What Is the Rarest Shark in the World?
The Speartooth Shark is often considered one of the rarest sharks in the world. It is found in tropical rivers and estuaries in northern Australia and New Guinea, but because it prefers murky waters, it is very rarely seen by humans.
Do Sharks Sleep at Night?
Sharks do not sleep in the same way humans do. Some species, like the Great White, have to keep swimming to breathe, so they enter a restful state while moving. Other sharks, like Nurse Sharks, can settle on the sea floor and rest without swimming.
How Many Teeth Can a Shark Lose in a Lifetime?
Sharks are famous for their teeth because they never run out of them. Some species can lose and replace up to 30,000 teeth over the course of their lifetime. When one tooth falls out, a new one from a row behind it rotates forward to take its place.
Are Sharks Fish or Mammals?
Sharks are fish, not mammals. However, they are a special type of fish known as “cartilaginous fish.” This means their skeletons are made of cartilage (the same flexible stuff in your nose and ears) rather than hard bone.
What Is the Best Paper for Coloring With Markers?
If you plan to use markers to color these shark pages, it is best to print on cardstock or heavy bond paper. Standard printer paper is thin, and markers often bleed through to the other side or cause the paper to crinkle.
How Do I Make the Water Look Realistic?
To make the ocean water look realistic, try blending different shades of blue and green. Use darker blues at the bottom of the page to represent deep water and lighter blues or teals near the top where the sunlight hits.
