You can immerse yourself in the wacky world of those fluffy felines with these free 68 cat coloring pages. With these sheets, kids (and adults!) can spend hours learning about the interesting world of cats, including their different patterns, types, and personalities.
We illustrated a broad variety of cats for this series, including simple outlines of cats for toddlers, realistic-looking cats for adults, charming kawaii cats, cats playing, and several kinds of cats, as well as many more that you can see below! This series will appeal to people of all ages and skill levels.
To get one of these free handouts, click on one of the pictures or links below. This will open the high-resolution PDF file in a new window. You are free to download or print as much as you want from there!
Each of these PDF coloring pages is the normal US letter size, but they also work great on A4 paper! Have fun!
10 Types of Cats That Your Kid Should Know
Cats are interesting, surprising, and fun!
If your child has been coloring cats all the time and now has a bunch of pages, try these great cat coloring pages.
1. Persian Cats
Famous for their silky long coats and peaceful, calm nature, Persians are believed to have originated in Mesopotamia (present-day Iraq and Iran) around 2,000 years ago.
They require regular maintenance to preserve their flowing coat, but they repay their owners with a calm and friendly personality.
2. Maine Coon Cats
Maine Coons, the gentle giants of the feline world, are renowned for their amazing size, reaching lengths of up to four feet. Their thick, shaggy coats make them perfect for colder climates, and they probably originated as farm cats in Maine. People love Maine Coons because they are calm and playful, even though they are large creatures.
3. Siamese Cats
Siamese cats, known for their distinctive pointed markings and talkative behavior, originated in Thailand, where they were traditionally considered temple cats. Their high energy and loyalty make them great pets, and because they are so loud, people call them “Meezer.”
4. Ragdoll Cats
Ragdolls are a relatively new breed that had its start in the United States in the 1960s. They are known for being calm and going limp when picked up, which is how they got their name. People will know these huge, obedient cats for their calm demeanor and their fondness for cuddling.
5. British Shorthair Cats
Roman cats transported to Britain are believed to have evolved into British shorthairs, known for their velvety coat and calm disposition.
Their thick fur comes in many colors, and they are calm and independent, which makes them good for living in apartments.
6. Abyssinian Cats
The ancient breed of Abyssinians, known for their lively personalities and ticked coats featuring multiple colored bands on each hair, is believed to have originated in Ethiopia.
These bright and agile cats are known for their love of jumping and climbing, and their unusual appearance has earned them nicknames like “bunny cat” due to their long, beautiful legs.
7. Scottish Fold Cats
The folded ears of a Scottish Fold make them easy to spot, and their unique breed has a debated origin story. Some people think they came from a change that happened by itself in Scotland in the 1960s, while others say they came from China hundreds of years ago.
Their ears fold due to a dominant gene, and their kind attitudes contribute to their popularity as pets. It’s important to remember that breeding for folded ears can sometimes cause health issues, so responsible breeders might not always get kittens with this feature.
8. Sphynx Cats
Sphynx cats are known for their wrinkled skin and caring personalities, as well as their lack of hair. Although Sphynx cats don’t have fur, they are not hypoallergenic, and their skin needs extra care.
They were born in Canada in the 1960s as a result of a spontaneous mutation that left them hairless. They have gained popularity because of their friendly disposition and lively demeanor.
9. Devon Rex Cats
Devon Rex cats, which first appeared in the 1960s in southwestern England, are very striking cats with curly coats and big, expressive eyes. Their friendly, smart, and playful attitudes make them great pets, and their short, curly fur doesn’t need much care.
10. American Shorthair Cats
As the most normal American cat, the American Shorthair is known for having a strong body, short, thick fur, and a calm personality. The first colonists from Europe may have brought these cats to North America. For families, they are a great choice because their coats don’t need much care and they are friendly.
10 Crafty Ideas To Do With Cat Coloring Pages
Coloring cat pages is a fun activity for people of all ages.
1. 3D Paper Cat
For this activity, you need to simply cut out your cat and attach it to a popsicle stick with glue. Then, add a slightly smaller cat cutout of the same color and glue it at a 90-degree angle to the first one to make it look like it’s three-dimensional.
2. Cat mobile activity
You need to color a bunch of different cat pictures and then cut them out and laminate them if desired for extra durability. Make holes in the top and tie them together with different lengths of string or yarn. You can create an engaging cat mobile by suspending it from a coat hanger or a mobile frame.
3. Cat stickers
As a guide, use a coloring page with lots of different colors, and then put it on top of a new sheet of paper. Use a dark marker or pen to trace the shape. Finally, decorate the space inside the cat to make a one-of-a-kind shadow piece of art.
4. Finger Puppets
Choose a simple coloring page, then color it and cut it out, leaving a small tab at the bottom. If you glue the tab so that it fits tightly around your finger, you will have a wonderful finger puppet that you can use for storytelling or play sessions.
5. Cat Bookmarks
Color a bunch of coloring pages, and after cutting them out, laminate them to make them more durable. Make a hole near the top and tie on colored yarn or ribbons. You now have a set of cute cat bookmarks.
6. Kitty Coasters
For this activity, you need to use high-quality cardboard or circles made from pre-cut wood. After coloring the cat pages, cut them out so that they are just a bit smaller than the circles made of paper.
After gluing the colored cat image to the cardstock, protect it from any liquid spills by applying a layer of clear Mod Podge or sealer to the surface of the cardstock.
7. Cat Confetti
Using a hole punch, you can create confetti out of your coloring pages. It’s a great way to make party tables, invites, and goodie bags look more festive.
8. Kitty Wall Art
To make wall art, you need to wrap a piece of yarn or twine around a frame and stretch it apart. Through the use of glue, you can create a wall hanging that is both textured and vivid by adhering different colored or textured pieces of yarn onto the cat outlines that you have colored in your coloring pages.
9. Stained Glass Cats
On clear contact paper, trace the cat from your coloring page. Then, use clear markers or pieces of tissue paper to color the cat after cutting it out. Finally, now it looks like etched glass when you stick it on a window.
10. Shadow puppets
To make shadow puppets, you need to choose several cat coloring pages featuring cats in different poses. Next, use bright colors to make them stand out, and glue them to craft sticks. Finally, for a fun and interactive puppet show, use them to play out a story in a dark room.