Cute Kingfisher

Meet this bright-eyed kingfisher, a speedy riverside bird with a large rounded head, compact body, tiny feet, short tail and a wonderfully long pointed bill. Kingfishers often wait quietly on a branch, then dive into the water when they spot a small fish. Children can colour the crown, back and wings brilliant turquoise, royal blue or teal, then add warm orange to the cheeks and chest while leaving the throat pale cream or white. Try dark grey on the bill, orange-red on the feet, rich brown on the branch, fresh green on the reeds, cool blue on the water and silver on the little fish. Colour each feather carefully, keep the eye highlight white, and add bubbles, dragonflies, flowers or sparkling ripples to make this peaceful river scene special.

◫ A4 size✎ Bold outlines♡ Ages 3–8

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Grown-up note: Please supervise printing and choose age-appropriate art materials.