Fairies and princesses are classic coloring favorites. They’re full of chances for sparkle, patterns and stories.
Wings
- Blend two or three colors from the body outward
- Add patterns like dots or veins
- Leave white highlights or add glitter. See gel pens and metallic markers.
Gowns and clothes
- Patterned fabrics: stripes, flowers, stars
- Ombre gowns that fade from dark to light. See blending colors for kids.
- Matching shoes and accessories
Crowns and wands
Gold and silver gel pens, colored gems and sparkly stars.
Every kind of princess
Princesses and fairies can have any skin tone, hair color and hair texture. Encourage kids to color characters who look like them, their friends and their family. See skin tones in coloring.
Beyond pink
Pink is great, and so are emerald fairies, midnight blue princesses and rainbow gowns. Offer color challenges to try something new.
Pages to try
- Trace Then Color: Fairies, Princesses and Other Cute Stuff
- Trace Then Color: Mermaids, Unicorns and Other Cute Stuff
Story ideas
- What is the fairy’s magic power?
- Where does the princess live, and what adventure is she going on?
- How does she save the day?
Let princesses be heroes. Ask, "How does she solve the problem?"
Questions parents ask
What age loves fairy and princess pages?
Often 3 to 8, but many older kids enjoy detailed versions.
Are princess pages only for girls?
No. Any child can enjoy them.
How do I make wings look magical?
Blend colors, add patterns and finish with glitter or white highlights.
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.
