16 Bookmark Coloring Pages
A bookmark is one of the easiest gifts kids can make, and coloring one turns reading time into an art project too. These printable designs are long and narrow so they can be cut out and slipped between pages. This set includes an animal bookmark and themed designs built around tall shapes: a tower of books, a library card catalog, a cabinet display, a carousel stand, an easel frame, a lighthouse, a pencil cup, a trophy cup, a snow globe and a gift box. One page even turns bookmarks into plant markers for a garden. Print on cardstock so the finished bookmarks are sturdy, then color, cut and punch a hole at the top for a ribbon or yarn tassel. Clear packing tape over both sides works like simple lamination. Kids can write their name on the back or add a favorite quote. Bookmarks make thoughtful handmade presents for teachers, librarians, grandparents and classmates, and a reading log can go right on the back.
Pick a design by skill level
Cute Bookmark is the easiest, a rounded tag with chunky hearts and stars that ages 3 to 6 can fill quickly. Cute Bookmark Character keeps its shapes large, with a big bow and a wide smiling body. Animal Bookmark adds a dotted frame and tiny leaves around the puppy for ages 5 to 8. Flower Bookmark packs petals and thin stems into a narrow strip, best for kids around 6 to 9.
Make a reading reward set
Print the sheets on card stock so the finished markers hold up in a backpack. After coloring, cut along the outer line, punch the marked hole on the puppy card or the tag, and thread a short ribbon or yarn tassel through it. Kids can write their name and the title of the book they are reading on the back. Hand out a new design each time a reading goal is met.
