Free printable shark coloring pages
Printable shark pages with friendly sharks and more. Download any page as a PDF and print it at home or school.
About these shark coloring pages
Each page features friendly sharks, hammerheads, great whites, whale sharks, coral reefs and treasure chests. Shark pages are a hit during summer and shark-week ocean units. Cute sharks suit little kids; the mandala and pattern suit older kids and adults.
Every page downloads as a PDF with clean black outlines on a white background, ready for US Letter or A4 paper.
Coloring tips
- Try ocean blue, gray, coral orange and sandy beige. Use two blues — darker below, lighter above — for an underwater feel.
- Crayons work on plain printer paper and are great for toddlers and preschoolers.
- Markers look bolder but can soak through, so print on 65 lb cardstock.
- Colored pencils are best for blending and fine detail on older kids’ pages.
Activity ideas
Pair a shark page with an ocean fact of the day.
Print a handful of different pages for a party table so guests can choose their favorites. Teachers can use them for early finishers and quiet time.
Make one from your own photo
Want a one-of-a-kind shark page? Upload a photo of your child, pet or family and turn it into a custom coloring page with the photo to coloring page tool. You can also combine several into a printable coloring book.
Pair it with a puzzle: make a free shark word search with an answer key, or print the cursive alphabet and math charts.
Frequently asked questions
Are these shark coloring pages free to print?
Yes. Every page can be downloaded as a PDF for free, for home and classroom use.
What paper should I use?
Plain printer paper works for crayons and colored pencils. Use cardstock for markers and paint pens.
Can I get a custom version?
Yes. Use the photo to coloring page tool or the AI coloring page generator to make your own shark page. New accounts get 3 free credits.