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Back to School Coloring Pages

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This back-to-school set covers the first weeks of class from a lot of angles. Younger kids get a smiling school bus, a cute backpack buddy, a first-day lunchbox, and a little robot heading to school. There are classroom moments too, like friends at the classroom door, recess, lunch table chats, and library time. Older students and teachers will find lettering pages such as Learn, Grow, Shine and This Year I Will, plus an aesthetic desk setup and a stationery-themed page.

Back to School coloring pages to print

Choosing Back to School Coloring Pages

For kindergarten and early grades, try the smiling school bus, cute backpack buddy, new school shoes, or rainbow pencil case. They're cheerful and easy to fill.

The lettering pages, including the bubble letters with stars, rainbow garland letters, and kawaii supply letters, make good door signs or bulletin board headers. This Year I Will works as a goal-setting activity on day one.

Teens and adults may enjoy the aesthetic desk setup, the cozy study desk, or morning coffee and notebook. These have a calmer, grown-up style. Teachers can print A Great Teacher Inspires as a welcome-back gift.

How to Print Back to School Coloring Pages

  1. Pick a page

    Tap the picture or Download PDF. The PDF opens in a new tab.

  2. Fit to page

    Print on US Letter or A4. If your printer asks, choose Fit to page so the border isn't cut off.

  3. Grab crayons

    Copy paper works for crayons and pencils. Use cardstock for markers or paint.

Free for personal, family, and classroom use. Please don't resell the pages. See our licensing policy.

Back to School Coloring Pages FAQ

Do you have back-to-school pages for the first day of class?

Yes. First Day Friends at Classroom Door, First Day Lunchbox, First Day Selfie, and Brave-style welcome pages suit day one.

Are there lettering pages I can use as a classroom sign?

Yes. Welcome to Class, the classroom welcome sign, and several Back to School lettering pages work well as door or bulletin board signs.

Is there a goal-setting coloring page?

This Year I Will gives students space to think about their goals for the new school year.

Can teachers print these for the whole class?

Yes. All pages are free for classroom use, so print as many copies as you need.

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