Octopuses are some of the coolest animals in the ocean. They have eight long arms, three hearts, and blue blood. These smart sea creatures can even change their color to hide from other animals. Whether your child is learning about the sea or just loves drawing, these octopus coloring pages for kids are perfect for a creative afternoon. These pages help kids learn about how octopuses swim using jet propulsion, hide with ink clouds, and even use tools to solve problems.
Our collection many includes free coloring sheets that show octopuses doing amazing things like building dens out of shells or squeezing through tiny gaps. Each page is made with thick lines and big spaces so they are easy for little hands to color. You can find many more adventures in our sea animals coloring pages or explore our ocean coloring pages for more underwater fun. These printables are a great way to spend time together while learning about the wonders of the deep blue sea.
How to Download Your Coloring Pages
Every coloring sheet is a high-resolution letter size printable PDF. You can color these in two different ways. You can print them on real paper or color them digitally on your screen. To start using your free coloring pages, just follow these simple steps.
Download and Print
If you like using markers and colored pencils on paper, this choice is for you.
Click the Blue Button: Look for the blue Download PDF button under the picture you like.
Save and Print: The file will open on your computer or phone. Just click print to get a clean white page with dark outlines.
Pro Tip: If you want to make a special gift, like a card for a holiday, try using cardstock paper. This works great for our Father’s Day coloring pages too!
Download and Color Online
You do not need a printer to be an artist. You can color right here on our website.
Click the Red Button: Tap the red Color Online button under the image.
Use Digital Tools: Our free tool will open with a big rainbow of colors. Use your finger on a tablet or a mouse on a computer to fill in the octopus coloring pages.
Save Your Art: When you are done, save your digital masterpiece to your device. You can even email it to your friends or family as a surprise.
Quick Guide for Kids
Blue Button = Paper: Use this to print and color with your favorite crayons.
Red Button = Screen: Use this to color on your tablet or phone right now.
Octopus Jet Propulsion & Speeding through Water
Octopus Using Jet Propulsion to Swim Fast Coloring Page
Octopus shooting water from its siphon with arms straight back, moving fast through the ocean, bubbles trailing, seaweed below. An amazing octopus jet propulsion coloring page.
Octopus Zooming Past a Coral Reef with Jet Power Coloring Page
Octopus zooming past a simple coral reef with water jets and bubbles, big smile and sparkle eyes. A fun octopus swimming coloring page.
Octopus Racing a Fish in the Ocean Coloring Page for Kids
Octopus racing a fish with jet propulsion, both smiling, motion lines and bubbles all around. An exciting octopus racing coloring page.
Octopus Shooting Upward Fast Through the Water Coloring Page
Octopus shooting upward by jetting water downward, arms pointed down, huge excited eyes, bubbles and stars around. A dynamic octopus swimming coloring page.
Octopus Pushing a Strong Water Jet Behind Coloring Page
Octopus with a strong water jet blasting behind, proud expression, splashes and bubbles all around. A powerful octopus jet propulsion coloring page.
Octopus Flipping and Twirling Using Jet Power Coloring Page
Octopus flipping and twirling in a spiral, huge laughing expression, swirl motion lines and bubbles. A playful octopus twirling coloring page for kids.
Octopus Ink Cloud Escape & Defense
Octopus Squirting a Big Ink Cloud to Escape Coloring Page
Octopus squirting a big swirling ink cloud while swimming away with a cheeky smile. A fun octopus ink coloring page kids will love.
Octopus Blasting a Giant Ink Cloud Behind Coloring Page
Octopus blasting a giant puffy ink cloud behind, sneaky expression, ready to zoom away. A dramatic octopus ink cloud coloring page.
Octopus Hiding Behind a Huge Ink Cloud Coloring Page for Toddlers
A giant ink cloud with an octopus peeking out, big smile, stars floating. A super simple octopus peekaboo coloring page for toddlers.
Octopus Ink Cloud with Star Sparkles Coloring Page for Kids
Octopus shooting a swirl ink cloud with stars and hearts inside. A magical octopus ink cloud coloring page for creative kids.
Two Octopuses Sharing One Big Ink Cloud Coloring Page
Two octopuses sharing one big bubbly ink cloud, both smiling, having fun. A playful octopus ink cloud coloring page for kids.
Octopus Making a Heart Shaped Ink Cloud Coloring Page
Octopus making a heart shaped ink cloud, sweet expression, small hearts floating. An adorable octopus love ink cloud coloring page.
Octopus Camouflage & Blending into Coral
Octopus Changing Color to Blend with Coral Reef Coloring Page
Octopus camouflaged against a coral reef with matching pattern lines, one eye peeking. A smart octopus camouflage coloring page.
Octopus Blending Perfectly into Seaweed Forest Coloring Page
Octopus blending into a seaweed forest with matching wavy lines, only eyes visible. A fun octopus camouflage coloring page.
Octopus Disguised as a Round Ocean Rock Coloring Page
Octopus curled into a round rock shape with pebble textures, tiny eyes peeking. A clever octopus disguise coloring page for kids.
Octopus Rapidly Changing Colors with Pattern Sections Coloring Page
Octopus split into four fun pattern sections, surprised expression. A creative octopus color changing coloring page for kids.
Octopus Blending into Sandy Ocean Floor Coloring Page for Toddlers
Octopus blending into sandy ocean floor with dot patterns, big sweet smile. A very simple octopus camouflage coloring page for toddlers.
Octopus Showing Smart Camouflage Skin Texture Coloring Page
Octopus with smart camouflage skin full of circles, wavy lines, dots and stars. A detailed octopus camouflage coloring page.
Octopus Squeezing through Small Space
Octopus Squeezing Through a Tiny Rock Opening Coloring Page
Octopus squeezing head through a tiny rock crack, arms trailing behind, determined expression. A flexible octopus coloring page kids enjoy.
Octopus Curled Tightly Inside a Glass Jar Coloring Page
Octopus curled tightly inside a glass jar, sneaky smile, stars and hearts outside. A fun octopus in a jar coloring page.
Octopus Escaping Through a Tiny Keyhole Coloring Page
Octopus squeezing through a tiny keyhole, huge happy smile, stars bursting. A clever octopus escape coloring page for kids.
Octopus Hiding Inside a Small Open Treasure Chest Coloring Page
Octopus hiding inside a small open treasure chest, gold coins spilling, mischief eyes. A fun octopus treasure coloring page.
Octopus Peeking from a Tiny Shell Coloring Page for Toddlers
A giant shell with an octopus peeking out, big eyes and sweet smile, stars around. A simple octopus peekaboo coloring page for toddlers.
Octopus Squeezing Through an Underwater Pipe Coloring Page
Octopus squeezing through a curved pipe with cheerful expression, bubbles popping out. A fun octopus squeezing coloring page for kids.
ips for Making Helpful Ocean Art
To make your octopus look real, try using colors like orange, red, or purple. If you want to draw a scene from a summer fun coloring page, you can add bright yellow for the sun or light blue for the water. You can even draw small seashell coloring pages around your octopus to make it look like it is building its home on the sea floor. For more facts about these animals, you can visit the National Geographic Kids website to see how they live in the wild.
