Raking Leaves Coloring Page
coloring · ages preschool · easy
Editorial team · Published August 5, 2026

Here's a delightful fall coloring page featuring a happy kid busy raking a giant, fluffy pile of autumn leaves! This drawing is full of simple, bold lines, making it perfect for little hands. Kids can enjoy coloring the big, inviting leaf pile, the child's clothes, and the ground around them. The rake itself, and the individual leaves within the pile, offer a few slightly smaller areas that still remain easy to fill. It's a classic scene that captures the fun of the season.
This page is ideal for crayons or chunky markers, thanks to its large, open spaces, but colored pencils would also work well for adding texture to the leaf pile. Encourage your child to use a vibrant mix of reds, oranges, and yellows for the leaves to really bring out those fall colors. The child's clothing can be any bright color they like, perhaps a cozy sweater or sturdy pants, and the ground could be shades of brown or green.
After coloring, talk about the different colors of leaves you see in the fall, or even go outside and collect some real leaves to compare with the picture. You could also discuss what other activities happen during autumn, like pumpkin picking or making apple cider. It's a great way to connect the coloring activity to real-world experiences and encourage observation skills.
Download & print — it's free
US Letter (8.5×11"). Print at home, no sign-up needed.
Tip: set your printer to “Fit to page” for best results.
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Frequently asked questions
Does it matter if my child colors outside the lines?
Not at all. The bold outlines are there as a guide, not a rule — process matters far more than neatness at this age. Coloring "wrong" colors and wandering over lines is exactly how kids build the hand control that later shows up in handwriting.
What should my child color it with?
Crayons and colored pencils are the safest bet on regular printer paper — markers look bold but can bleed through thin sheets. For preschoolers (around ages 3–4), chunky crayons or triangular pencils are easiest to grip.
How can I stretch this activity for my preschooler?
Talk while they work: name the picture's parts, count them, ask "what color next?" and "what happens in this story?". A printable plus five minutes of chat does more for vocabulary than the page alone ever will.