Easy Big Smiling Hippo Coloring Page

This easy hippo coloring page shows one big, round hippo with thick, friendly lines. The large body leaves plenty of room for scribbles, so it is ideal for toddlers who are just starting out and for preschoolers practicing staying inside the lines. Pair it with a story about African animals or a trip to the zoo.

Coloring ideas

Hippos are gray or purple-gray, with pink cheeks and ears. A bright blue or pink hippo works too.

Level: Very easy · Ages: 2+. One big shape with almost no small parts.

Tips for parents and teachers

• Use dot markers to fill the big body.
• Ask your child to make a hippo sound while coloring.

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