If your child whizzes through colouring books at the speed of light, a colouring subscription may be the answer. This bumper offering from Kids’ Colouring Adventure is such a clever idea and is executed exceptionally well.
The black background and intricate pages allow artists to take their time and unleash their creative potential. There are links to some of Maria’s other coloring books after a quick search on Amazon.
When choosing one though, it’s worth considering a few things first. Whatever you buy needs to be age-appropriate – simple designs may not hold an older child’s attention for long – and the theme engaging.
It’s perfect for a homemade birthday present for grandma or for the kids to keep themselves and write down their thoughts and feelings.
Our three, six and nine-year-old testers channelled their inner Picasso to put a huge range of colouring books to the test. We looked at value for money, the illustrations (they had to have proper kid-appeal) and whether they came with any extras like stickers or fun facts.
Turn off the TV, stop scrolling through social media, and spend your newly found free time reliving a blissful childhood hobby with these adult coloring books.
With over 100 complex patterns, this coloring book is filled with mind-bending geometric shapes and kaleidoscopic images just begging you to get creative with your color choices. With over 10,000 five-star ratings on Amazon, reviewers rave about the quality of paper that they say works well with both pen and pencil.
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This book was designed for more experienced colorists and has perforated pages to showcase your final looks.
to colour in on each page, and it kept our testers busy for a long time. In fact, it held our six year old’s attention for much longer than any of the other books. A brilliant option for older kids who want to get stuck into a project.
To use my kids coloring pages as postcards, you’ll need to do some magic on the computer before printing, namely, shrinking the illustration down to the right size.
Handily, each illustration has the phonetic spelling alongside the dinosaur’s name (much appreciated when we were asked “What’s this dinosaur called?”). You’ll find all the old favourites here from Triceratops to T-Rex, as well as the giant sea monster Albertonectes. Quote There’s a lot
Founded by Peter Usborne in 1973, Usborne Publishing has become one of the most beloved children’s book publishers in the United Kingdom. Their books are a treasure trove of joy, featuring flaps to lift, textures to feel, and activities that enthrall young readers of all ages. Within the pages of their children’s books, an enticing variety of topics awaits exploration.
Shrink the illustration of your choosing down to one-fourth of the page and put it in the bottom right corner.