Stick Insect Twig Colouring

This stick insect looks like a slender twig with long bending legs. A small branch and two leaves keep the setting simple while you follow its unusual outline. Choose tan, soft brown or pale green for the body. Make the branch a slightly darker brown and use fresh green for the leaves so the insect remains easy to find. Use a sharpened coloured pencil on the narrow legs and antennae. Work along each long section slowly, then add a gentle second colour on one side of the body for depth. Choose your own colours too, and enjoy bringing this little insect scene to life!

◫ A4 size✎ Bold outlines♡ Ages 3–8

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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.