Dolphin And Underwater Friends — coloring page to print
Printable coloring page for kids featuring a dolphin, sea turtle, crab and treasure on the ocean floor. Perfect to print and color.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Recommended age
- 3–12 yrs
- Category
- Ocean
- Subcategories
- Sea Creatures
- Downloads
- 2
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This free printable coloring page shows a smiling dolphin with underwater friends around a treasure chest. You’ll find a sea turtle, crab, seahorse, two striped fish, starfish, shells and lots of bubbles. Kids who love ocean animals and treasure hunts will enjoy coloring it. Perfect for preschool and early elementary children.
A little story
The dolphin found a shiny coin by the treasure chest and called friends over. The turtle and crab danced, while the seahorse waved a happy hello under the sea.
What to prepare
How to color it step by step
- 1Start with the dolphin — light gray with a white belly.
- 2Color the turtle shell in hexagon patterns with greens.
- 3Paint the crab bright red and the claws darker.
- 4Make the treasure chest brown and coins shiny gold.
- 5Fill seaweed and coral with varied greens and pinks.
- 6Add pale blue for bubbles and white highlights.
Color suggestions
Coloring tips
What you'll discover
- Dolphins are mammals and breathe air.
- Turtles have shells that protect their bodies.
- Seahorses are unusual because males carry the babies.
Vocabulary
Match the word to its meaning — tap a word, then its meaning
What your child will learn
- Builds fine motor control and pencil grip.
- Improves color recognition and choices.
- Boosts focus and patience.
- Encourages imaginative storytelling.
Fun facts
- Dolphins are mammals and breathe air through a blowhole.
- Sea turtles can travel long distances to nest.
- Male seahorses carry and give birth to babies.
- Crabs use claws to eat and protect themselves.
Learn & play
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Frequently asked questions
What age is this coloring page for?+
Great for ages 3–8 but fun for any child who likes coloring.
Is this printable really free?+
Yes — you can download and print it for free at home.
How do I print it for best results?+
Use heavier paper (120–160 gsm) and high print quality settings.
Can my child color it on a tablet instead?+
Yes — import the image into a drawing app and color digitally.
What supplies work best for bright colors?+
Wax crayons or colored pencils give vibrant, controllable color.
