Great Blue Heron Wading Page

A graceful great blue heron takes slow steps through shallow water while looking for a tasty snack. Its long legs, pointed beak and gently curved neck make the bird easy to recognise, and the simple ripples and water plants leave plenty of roomy shapes for young colourers. Try blue-grey feathers, a pale neck, a yellow beak and dark legs, or invent a bright fantasy bird. Colour the large body first, use smooth strokes along the long feathers, and add light blue horizontal strokes to the water. Finish the reeds with two or three greens and keep the ripples pale so the heron remains the star.

◫ A4 size✎ Bold outlines♡ Ages 3–8

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Make it an activity

Choose a favourite colour palette
Add a simple background
Display the finished artwork

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