By Jamie Rivera
Updated: July 3, 2021
Originally Published: March 14, 2021
After a long winter, all we can think about are sunny days by the beach, visits to the aquarium, or fun boat outings. Any activity that brings us close to the ocean sounds perfect! Perhaps it’s the challenges of the past year, but with warm weather here, we’re eager to soak up some Vitamin Sea. Among the fascinating life beneath the waves, we have a special fondness for octopuses. That’s why we’ve put together a delightful assortment of octopus coloring pages just for you!
Coloring is an incredibly beneficial activity for children. Engaging with a simple coloring page—whether themed around rainbows or wild animals—offers significant enrichment. It may seem like just a fun pastime, but coloring is one of the first ways kids learn to follow directions and maintain focus. For younger children, it’s often their first exposure to a seated activity. However, keeping a restless or active child focused on coloring can be tricky. The solution? Choose coloring pages that resonate with their interests!
If they’re dreaming of ocean adventures like we are, consider adding more sea creature-themed pages: shark, whale, dolphin, and, of course, octopus coloring pages. (Fun fact: “octopuses” is the correct plural form, not “octopi” or “octopodes.” Even dictionaries like Merriam-Webster have trouble explaining that one.)
Free Octopus Coloring Pages
Octopus No. 1