Physical Activity Coloring Pages
Encouraging physical activity in young children is more important than ever. With so much screen time competing for their attention, kids need simple reminders that moving their bodies can be fun and exciting. These physical activity coloring pages for kids highlight just a few ways children can stay active and healthy.
Coloring is a wonderful quiet time activity. After the pages are complete, you can turn the inspiration into action by heading outside or clearing some space indoors to try one of the activities together.
Why Physical Activity Matters
Regular movement helps children build strong muscles and bones, improve coordination, and boost confidence. Active play also supports emotional well being and helps children focus better during classroom activities.
It is recommended that preschoolers get at least 60 minutes of structured play and 60 minutes of free play each day. Limiting long periods of sitting helps keep little bodies healthy and energized.
Source: Very Well Family – Fitness and Physical Activity for Preschoolers
Supplies
Crayons, markers, or colored pencils
White paper
Printer
Instructions
Print out enough coloring pages so each child has several activities to choose from.
Set up a comfortable coloring space with plenty of room to spread out supplies.
Encourage children to talk about the activity they are coloring. Ask questions like, “Have you ever tried this?” or “Would you like to do this outside later?”
After coloring, pick one or two activities from the pages and try them together.
Patterns, Templates and Printables
Click on a coloring page to open it in a new window and print.
These printable coloring pages are perfect for:
• Classroom health units
• Homeschool physical education lessons
• Rainy day activities
• Quiet time that leads into active play
Have fun coloring and then get moving together.
Teacher Friendly Educational Extension
These coloring pages can easily become part of your classroom activities.
Have students:
• Sort the pages into indoor and outdoor activities.
• Graph their favorite physical activities.
• Write a short sentence about why exercise is important.
• Create a weekly movement chart and track how many minutes they are active each day.
You can also use the pages as part of a health or science lesson about how the heart and muscles work during exercise.
