Hibernating animals coloring pages
Sleeping and resting animals in winter dens, leaves and sheltered places make a cozy seasonal collection.
- Free to print
- Ages 3–10
- Letter & A4
What’s in these hibernating animals coloring pages
Animals finding shelter for winter: hedgehogs in leaf piles and under woodpiles, a dormouse in a hollow tree, bats hanging in caves, a mother bear with her cubs in a den, and a turtle waiting under an icy pond. A few animals, like the deer and the fox, simply rest through the cold, which makes for a good comparison.
How these pages help
- Teaches a real science ideaKids learn how different animals survive the cold.
- Perfect for fall and winterA cozy seasonal activity for classrooms and rainy weekends.
- Encourages comparisonWho truly hibernates and who just rests? Sort the pages and find out.
- Calm, sleepy scenesCurled-up animals make this one of the most soothing sets.
Choose a page to print
Print opens a ready-to-print page. PDF downloads US Letter; A4 is for the rest of the world.
Hedgehog in leaves
Medium · ages 6–10
A hedgehog snuggles into a pile of leaves. Hedgehogs hibernate through the coldest months.
Fun fact: Hedgehogs curl into a spiky ball to stay safe.
Fox sleeping by a tree
Medium · ages 6–10
A fox curls up asleep at the foot of a tall pine. Foxes rest in winter but do not hibernate.
Fun fact: Foxes listen for prey with their big ears.
Small animal in a nest
Medium · ages 6–10
A squirrel sleeps curled in a round nest of twigs. A detailed page for patient colorers.
Raccoon resting in a log
Medium · ages 6–10
A raccoon dozes inside a hollow log. Raccoons sleep more in winter to save energy.
Bat in a cave
Medium · ages 6–10
A bat hangs upside down from a cave ceiling. Many bats hibernate in caves.
Fun fact: Bats are the only mammals that can truly fly.
Animal under winter branches
Medium · ages 6–10
A chipmunk peeks out from under a pile of snowy branches. A cozy winter hiding spot.
Deer resting in snow
Medium · ages 6–10
A deer rests in the snow as flakes fall. Deer stay active all winter.
Bear sleeping
Medium · ages 6–10
A mother bear curls around her sleeping cubs. Ask why bears need a safe den.
Animal in an underground den
Medium · ages 6–10
A frog tucks into a burrow under the ground. Some frogs spend winter underground.
Hedgehog among mushrooms
Medium · ages 6–10
A hedgehog hides among a crowd of mushrooms. Lots of caps and spines to color.
Fun fact: Hedgehogs curl into a spiky ball to stay safe.
Fox resting on the ground
Medium · ages 6–10
A fox curled up flat on the ground. Simple and calm.
Fun fact: Foxes listen for prey with their big ears.
Hedgehog in autumn leaves
Medium · ages 6–10
A hedgehog peeks out from a heap of autumn leaves. Fun to color in fall reds and browns.
Fun fact: Hedgehogs curl into a spiky ball to stay safe.
Turtle in winter pond
Medium · ages 6–10
A turtle rests under a frozen pond as snowflakes fall above. Some turtles spend winter under the ice.
Fox curled up
Medium · ages 6–10
A fox curls up wearing a cozy scarf. A playful winter page.
Fun fact: Foxes listen for prey with their big ears.
Squirrel with acorn
Medium · ages 6–10
A squirrel holds an acorn tight. Squirrels store food for winter.
Bat In Winter Cave
Easy · ages 3–5
A bat hangs in a snowy cave with icicles. Bold lines for younger kids.
Fun fact: Bats are the only mammals that can truly fly.
Bear Cub In Den
Easy · ages 3–5
Two bear cubs nap beside their mother in a den. Snug and sweet.
Bear In Winter Cave
Easy · ages 3–5
A bear sleeps on a bed of leaves in a cave as snow falls outside. Simple and cozy.
Dormouse In Hollow Tree
Easy · ages 3–5
A dormouse sleeps inside a hollow tree with acorns nearby. Dormice are champion hibernators.
Dormouse In Leaf Pile
Easy · ages 3–5
A dormouse naps under a pile of big leaves. Lots of leaf shapes to fill.
Hedgehog In Leaf Nest
Easy · ages 3–5
A hedgehog sleeps under a giant mushroom. Bold and simple.
Fun fact: Hedgehogs curl into a spiky ball to stay safe.
Hedgehog Leaf Nest
Easy · ages 3–5
A hedgehog snoozes in a leafy nest beside mushrooms and acorns. A cozy forest corner.
Fun fact: Hedgehogs curl into a spiky ball to stay safe.
Hedgehog Under Woodpile
Easy · ages 3–5
A hedgehog sleeps beneath a snowy woodpile. Leaving a woodpile in the garden can help hedgehogs.
Fun fact: Hedgehogs curl into a spiky ball to stay safe.
Sleeping Fox Under Roots
Easy · ages 3–5
A fox sleeps tucked under the roots of a big tree. A sheltered winter spot.
Fun fact: Foxes listen for prey with their big ears.
Sleeping Frog In Pond Mud
Easy · ages 3–5
A frog rests in the mud at the bottom of a pond. Some frogs wait out winter this way.
Squirrel In Leaf Den
Easy · ages 3–5
A squirrel curls up inside a hollow log lined with leaves. Warm and snug.
Turtle Under Pond
Easy · ages 3–5
A turtle smiles from the bottom of an icy pond. Simple and friendly.
Download the whole set as one PDF
Want a whole book?
Prefer one download? The hibernating animals coloring pages are also in the free Hibernating Animals Coloring Book, with a cover, name page and certificate.
How to use these pages
Look for the shelter in each scene. Compare animals that hibernate with animals that simply rest or stay active in winter.
Print the pages for a winter activity and ask children to draw what each animal might need in its shelter.
Some small animals, including hedgehogs and bats, hibernate through parts of winter. Bears enter a lighter resting state. The Natural History Museum explains the difference. Compare the hedgehog, bat and bear sheets with other animals that simply rest in a sheltered place.
Questions to ask while you color
- What do you notice about the animal in hedgehog in leaves?
- What do you notice about the animal in fox sleeping by a tree?
- What do you notice about the animal in small animal in a nest?
- What do you notice about the animal in raccoon resting in a log?
- What do you notice about the animal in bat in a cave?
Looking for more? Try Nocturnal animals coloring pages or Cute duck coloring pages.
Frequently asked questions
Do all the animals shown truly hibernate?
No. The collection also includes animals resting in winter. Bears, for example, enter a lighter winter resting state than many small hibernators.
What ages are these hibernating animals coloring pages for?
The hibernating animals coloring pages mix two levels. Pages marked Easy have bold lines and big spaces for ages 3–5; pages marked Medium add a little more detail for ages 6–10. Look for the label under each picture.
Can I print the hibernating animals coloring pages for a class or clinic?
Yes, the hibernating animals coloring pages are free to print in any quantity for a classroom, library, therapy room or clinic, as well as at home. Please do not sell them or upload them to another website.
