40+ Sun and Moon Coloring Pages for Kids (Free Printables)
The sun and moon are some of the most magical sights in the sky! These free coloring pages lean into that fascination, featuring smiling suns, dreamy crescent moons, and so much more. Print them out for parties, playdates, or as a simple way to explore day and night or beginning concepts about space.
To continue enjoying the magic of nature, try our 50 Outdoor Activities for Preschoolers.
Overview of the Free Printable Sun and Moon Coloring Pages
From cheerful suns to peaceful moons, every coloring page in this collection brings the beauty of the sky to life! The simple sun and moon outlines are perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, while older kids can enjoy the more detailed designs in this set of free PDFs.
And when the coloring is done, don’t miss our playful activity ideas below to keep the sky-themed fun going!
Simple Sun and Moon Coloring Pages for Toddlers Preschoolers & Kindergarteners
More Detailed Sun and Moon Coloring Pages for 1st and 2nd Graders
A Rocket Flying Past a Full Moon
Crescent Moon Bordered with Flowers
Sun over Mountains with Rainbow
Sun Breaking Through the Clouds
Fun Games and Activities to Pair with the Sun and Moon Coloring Pages
Fact Match: The Sun
In this fun quiz-style game, kids match facts about the Sun—like its size and role in the solar system—to the correct questions, building science knowledge and critical thinking skills along the way.
Moon Base Number Defense
Blast asteroids and protect the moon base while practicing the concept of greater than and less than with three-digit numbers!
More Hands-on Activities to Try with the Sun and Moon Coloring Pages
Recommended for: Kids of all ages
⭐ Glow-in-the-Dark Moon Art
After coloring, kids can trace over the moon or stars with glow-in-the-dark paint or crayons. Hang them in a dark room for a magical, glowing night-sky effect!
⭐ Day and Night Collage
Kids can cut out their completed suns and moons, then glue them onto a big sheet of construction paper—one side for daytime and one side for nighttime. Add clouds, stars, or trees to complete the scene.
⭐ Solar System Mobile
Punch a small hole at the top of the completed suns and moons, attach string, and hang them from a hanger or paper plate. Add stars or planets to create a mobile that can be displayed in a bedroom or classroom.
