When kids see their work on display, they feel proud. It tells them their effort matters. Here are ten easy ways to show off coloring pages without your home turning into a paper avalanche.
1. Clothesline gallery
String a line across a wall and hang pages with clothespins. Easy to swap and very cheerful.
2. Rotating frame
A front-opening frame (sometimes sold as an art frame) lets you swap the picture easily and stores the old ones inside.
3. The fridge spot
A classic. Pick one dedicated spot and change it weekly.
4. Door gallery
Your child’s bedroom door is their own gallery wall.
5. Clipboard wall
Hang several clipboards on hooks. Clip new art on top of old.
6. Corkboard
Pin pages, add labels with names and dates.
7. Window display
Tape colored characters to a window, facing out, so neighbors can enjoy them.
8. Seasonal display
Color seasonal characters and use them as decorations. See Christmas coloring activities.
9. Portfolio binder
Slip pages into sheet protectors in a binder. Kids love flipping through.
10. Digital album
Photograph each page and make an online album or a printed photo book at the end of the year.
Let kids curate
Ask your child to choose which pages go on display. It builds pride and decision-making.
Characters that look great on walls
Bright, bold characters pop on display. A rainbow unicorn from Trace Then Color: Unicorn Animals or a wild dinosaur from Trace Then Color: Cartoon Dinosaurs brightens any wall.
What about the rest?
See what to do with stacks of finished coloring pages.
Questions parents ask
How often should I change the display?
Weekly or monthly works for most families.
Should I display every page?
No. Let kids choose favorites.
How do I keep pages from fading?
Keep them out of strong direct sunlight, or display copies and store originals.
About Kevin Coulston
Kevin Coulston is a cartoonist and member of the National Cartoonists Society who has written and illustrated more than 100 drawing, tracing and coloring books for kids, including the Trace Then Color series. Meet Kevin or browse all his books on FirstArtBooks.com.
