Calendula Flower Colouring

Three warm calendula flowers spread their many sunny petals while a tiny ladybird explores the leaves beneath a bright sky. Fill the blossoms with golden yellow, tangerine, amber, or orange-red, and alternate two nearby shades across the layered petal rings. Colour the leaves in lively greens, make the ladybird red or orange with dark dots, and use yellow for the smiling sun. Work slowly around each flower in a circle, colouring the shorter inner petals first and the longer outer petals next. Begin with the biggest spaces and use gentle pressure for pale colour, then press a little more firmly for bold details. Young artists can use one solid shade in each section, while older children can blend two related colours, add dots or stripes, and draw extra garden details in the open space. As you work, say the flower name—Calendula—and notice its special petals, leaves, buds, and centre.

◫ A4 size✎ Bold outlines♡ Ages 3–8

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Choose a favourite colour palette
Add a simple background
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Grown-up note: Please supervise printing and choose age-appropriate art materials.