Free Father’s Day Coloring Pages and Activities for Kids
Kids make the best gifts. And these free Fathers Day coloring pages give them something fun to do AND something meaningful to give to Dad.
I’m sharing a free printable pack, easy crafts, homemade gift ideas, and a bunch of fun things to do together. There’s something here for every kind of dad.
These Father’s Day activities for kids are all easy to pull off too. So, if you’re on top of things and planning ahead (go you!), or if you’re scrambling the night before (yes, I’ve been there!), you’re in good shape.
Free Father’s Day Coloring Pages and Printables
These free printable worksheets are an easy way for kids to make something to give to Dad. Print one or print them all.
There are nine pages included:
- Happy Father’s Day Coloring Page: Instead of making a traditional Father’s Day card, kids color the page to give to Dad.
- Father’s Day Card: Choose from two foldable cards to print, color, and customize.
- Color by Number: Sneak in some math practice with these Father’s Day color by number worksheets (two options: number, addition and subtraction within 20).
- My Dad’s Favorites Worksheet: Fill in Dad’s favorite animal, food, activity, color, and place inside a large hamburger. Ask Dad the questions or try to guess on your own. Also printable in color.
- Photo Briefcase Frame: Glue a printed photo or kids draw a picture of themselves with Dad inside the briefcase frame. Printable in color and blackline.
Grab the Father’s Day Printable Pack!
Father’s Day Crafts for Kids
Here are a few more ideas for Father’s Day crafts for kids. I’ve done all of them either in my preschool classroom or with my kids at home. I chose these activities specifically because they’re easy and straightforward.
Best Dad Trophy Craft
What dad doesn’t want a “Best Dad” trophy?
Print the pieces and let your kids build and customize a trophy for Dad.
The Father’s Day trophy craft includes the trophy template, signs, bookmarks, and additional coloring pages. You can grab them from my TPT store here.
Homemade Father’s Day Card
In our family, we usually make full-page cards (we call them signs) for holidays.
There’s more room to draw and write messages on a full page of paper and then we hang the sign on the fridge, the bulletin board in our kitchen, or livingroom wall.
However, it’s very easy to make a traditional folded card too. There are two printable Father’s Day card templates in the coloring pages download, but you can make one with paper too:
- Fold the paper in half (cardstock, construction paper, or plain white paper).
- Write a greeting on the front like “Happy Father’s Day” and draw a picture.
- Write a message like “You’re the BEST dad ever! I love you!” on the inside and have your child write their name.
- Decorate the card with more drawings and stickers.
We made foldable cards for Father’s Day a few years ago and my husband kept them on the table next to the couch for two months. Well, maybe I just left them there, but they were cute, so they got to stay.
Hand-Painted Rocks for the Garden
So, my husband doesn’t really “garden”, he’s more in charge of the excavating, fencing, and mowing department around here.
BUT, we have stones right outside our garage door and he says he enjoys seeing the rocks the kids painted for him when he goes out there every day.
If you have a spot outside to put rocks for Dad (a garden, near the grill, at the front door), have your kids paint some with his name, “Dad,” or little designs.
Father’s Day Bookmarks and Signs
For dads who love to read, let kids customize a set of bookmarks with his name, “Daddy,” or “Grandpa.”
Happy Father’s Day signs also make great photo props. Print one for your child to color and give to Dad. Then, take a picture of them together (make sure you send it to Dad to keep on his phone).
These Father’s Day crafts are available in my TPT store.
Father’s Day Gifts Kids Can Help Make
If you have a gift in mind that Dad would enjoy, by all means, go for it. Store-bought is fine. But, these homemade Father’s Day gifts from kids are always a hit in our home and mostly budget-friendly.
Snack Basket
I personally don’t know a man who doesn’t love snacks. We always make snacks for Christmas stockings, and a Father’s Day snack basket in June is always appreciated.
Let the kids pick out Dad’s favorite salty and sweet treats at the store. But, don’t forget the homemade goodies too. We usually make a batch of homemade cookies and brownies to tuck in.
To personalize it even more, package everything in something he can use. In past years, we’ve used a small tackle box, a tool bag, and a backpack.
Really though, you can just decorate a cardboard box with his name on it and hand it over. Who wouldn’t love a box of snacks?
Definitely have your kids help pick out and make the goodies. It’s the perfect time for them to practice their baking skills. And, they’ll be so proud to give Dad something they made. Plus, they get to enjoy eating the treats together. It’s a win all around!
Homemade Spice Run
If Dad loves to grill, mix up a batch of spice rub to gift him. Kids can help practice measuring, learn more about spices, and make a label for “Dad’s Spice Rub”.
We keep our spices in small glass jars, but plastic baggies and small food storage containers work well too.
This is my go-to recipe:
- 1/4 C paprika
- 1/4 C brown sugar
- 3 T dried oregano
- 2 T salt
- 4 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp pepper
Dad can try it out if you have a Father’s Day cookout. It tastes great on beef, chicken, pork, and veggies. Yum!
Memory Jar
Sit down with the kids and have everyone write (or draw) a favorite memory, funny story, or reason they love Dad. Fold up the notes and put them inside a jar or envelope. Then, give Dad the notes to read at your Father’s Day picnic or cookout.
Slideshow
If notes aren’t your thing, another fun way to celebrate Dad is to make a photo slideshow. Find all of your favorite family photos from the past year and create a short video to watch together on your TV.
You can do this right on your phone (I use the Photos app on my iPhone), but you can also import them into Canva to make a short movie. Have your kids help pick the photos they want to share with Dad.
Breakfast (in Bed)
My husband LOVES breakfast, but the last thing he wants is to eat it in bed. But, if that works well for your family, try it!
Have your kids help make Dad’s favorite breakfast meal and deliver it (in bed or at the kitchen table) along with the coloring pages and any crafts they’ve made.
A few easy options:
- Pancakes or waffles: Kids can mix the batter and choose toppings like fruit, whipped cream, or chocolate chips.
- Scrambled eggs, sausage, and toast: Kids can help make the whole meal.
- Muffins: Bake Dad’s favorite (banana, blueberry, chocolate chip) – you can make these the day before so they are ready to go on Sunday morning.
- Coffee, orange juice, or chocolate milk: Don’t forget Dad’s favorite breakfast drink.
And if Dad is an early riser and your kids aren’t up before him, you can make breakfast for lunch.
Father’s Day Outdoor Activities to Enjoy Together
After you’ve cleaned up from breakfast, it’s time to actually hang out with Dad. Here are some fun outdoor Father’s Day activities that he may enjoy.
1. Picnic in the Park
Pack a basket with Dad’s favorite snacks or grab his favorite takeout. Head to the park and find a picnic table or bring a blanket and a few lawn games.
If you’re looking for super low effort, fill your water bottles at home, order a pizza, pick it up, and head to a local park.
Eat together and then the kids can go play on the playground while Dad watches them and relaxes after his meal.
2. Hiking or Nature Walk
Check out a new hiking trail at your local park or nature reserve.
Point out cool looking plants and animals along the way and take pictures of them. Make sure you pack plenty of water and snacks for everyone!
3. Fishing Trip
If Dad likes to fish, take him fishing!
My husband would love to spend a few hours at a nearby lake or stream. Once again, bring water and snacks!
4. Camping
June is a great time to go camping.
Make reservations at a nearby campground or set up a tent and sleeping bags in your backyard. Dad can roast marshmallows, check out the stars, and relax outdoors.
5. Family Barbecue
Fire up the grill and let Dad try out his new spice rub.
Kids can help shape burger patties, prepare toppings, and get plates and napkins ready. It doesn’t have to be fancy for Dad to enjoy it and feel special.
6. Bike Ride
We love to go on family bike rides and luckily have several options within 30 minutes from our house.
Sometimes it’s a pain to get all the bikes loaded onto the rack, however, we always enjoy it way more than we expect to. We start planning our next bike ride on the drive home.
You can also just cruise around your neighborhood.
7. Mini Golf
Mini golf is an easy and fun activity to tie in to your Father’s Day celebration. There’s not really much you have to prep – just show up and golf.
Last year, we planned to go mini golfing, but it rained all day. We decided to get creative and built our own course downstairs using buckets, blankets, cardboard ramps, and pool noodles for obstacles. It was definitely a bit chaotic, but we had fun building it together and laughed so hard.
8. Scavenger Hunt
Plan a Father’s Day scavenger hunt with clues leading to the crafts, treats, and notes you made for Dad.
Your kids can hide the clues around your yard or house and then help direct Dad to find them all.
9. Pool Day
Take Dad to the pool (or lake) for the day!
Spend the afternoon swimming, lounging, reading, and having fun! Swimming makes people hungry, so bring food and drinks (or buy them there).
10. Movie Night
Pop some popcorn and sit down to watch a movie together.
If it’s nice outside and you have a projector, set it up in the backyard and watch a movie after dark. This is a great option if you’re camping in the backyard. Little kids can lay on their sleeping bags (and easily fall asleep) while Dad watches the movie.
You can do this inside too. Set up the kids’ sleeping bags in front of the couch and start the movie.
Making Dad’s Day Extra Special
The best Father’s Day doesn’t require a big budget or a Pinterest-perfect plan. It just requires a little thought and kids to show Dad how much they love him.
It can be as simple as the coloring pages, meal, and an outdoor activity. None of it has to be complicated to make Dad feel appreciated.
Grab the free printable pack below and let your kids get started.
Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible dads out there! 💙
