Free 12 Days of Christmas Coloring Pages
These 12 Days of Christmas coloring pages started as a quick activity for my son one afternoon and turned into a little December tradition we return to every year.
Each page features a festive illustration and a matching lyric from the classic carol.
Some years we’ve used them as a countdown (one page a day), other times we’ve colored the whole set while listening to the song on repeat.
It’s an easy way to mix reading, number recognition, and a bit of calm during the holiday chaos, all with zero prep.
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What’s Inside the 12 Days of Christmas Coloring Sheets
Each page in this printable set features one of the twelve classic gifts, starting with a partridge in a pear tree and ending with twelve drummers drumming, alongside bold, easy-to-read text and simple illustrations perfect for young kids.
Whether your child is already familiar with the song or learning it for the first time, these free coloring pages are a fun way to connect numbers, reading, and holiday cheer. We’ve even used them as a countdown, one page each day leading up to Christmas Eve.
Just print the pages (there are 13 in total, including a summary sheet). We like using cardstock so markers don’t bleed through, and it makes them sturdy enough to hang up or use as part of an Advent display.
Here’s a quick look at all 12 verses included in the coloring set:
On the 1st day of Christmas, my true love gave to me a partridge in a pear tree.
On the 2nd day of Christmas, my true love gave to me two turtle doves.
On the 3rd day of Christmas, my true love gave to me three French hens.
On the 4th day of Christmas, my true love gave to me four calling birds.
On the 5th day of Christmas, my true love gave to me five gold rings.
On the 6th day of Christmas, my true love gave to me six geese a laying.
On the 7th day of Christmas, my true love gave to me seven swans a swimming.
On the 8th day of Christmas, my true love gave to me eight maids a milking.
On the 9th day of Christmas, my true love gave to me nine ladies dancing.
On the 10th day of Christmas, my true love gave to me ten lords a leaping.
On the 11th day of Christmas, my true love gave to me eleven pipers piping.
On the 12th day of Christmas, my true love gave to me twelve drummers drumming.
Tip: If your child loves storytelling, pair the pages with our 12 Wishes of Christmas writing prompts for a complete themed activity!
12 Days of Christmas Books for Kids
Once you’ve colored all twelve pages, it’s the perfect time to cozy up with a few books that bring the classic song to life. These picture books add extra charm to each day’s gift, and they’re a great way to sneak in some holiday reading.
Bluey 12 Days of Christmas – This one’s a favorite in our house. Bluey and her family put their own silly spin on the traditional song, and it had my son laughing by the second verse. Great for younger kids who already love the show.
12 Days of Christmas (The Christmas Choir) – A lovely illustrated version of the traditional carol. The sing-along format makes it easy to follow, and it pairs perfectly with the coloring pages if you’re introducing the song for the first time.
Twelve Days of Christmas – A classic, beautifully illustrated take on the original lyrics. It’s calm and cozy, perfect for bedtime reading or singing along quietly while kids color.
More Free Christmas Printables to Explore
If your kids enjoyed the 12 Days of Christmas coloring pages, they might love a few of these festive printables too. Each one offers a low-prep way to keep the holiday fun going, whether you’re crafting at home or planning a classroom activity.
- Printable Christmas tags to color: Let kids help with the wrapping by decorating their own gift tags.
- Free Christmas bookmarks: A fun little craft that pairs nicely with holiday reading time.
- Christmas Activity Placemats: Great for keeping kids entertained at the table with mazes, coloring, and word games.
- Christmas Color by Number Pages: Combine number recognition with festive coloring for a bit of sneaky learning.
- Christmas in Germany Coloring Sheets: Explore global traditions while coloring scenes from German celebrations.
- Christmas Ballerina Coloring Pages: Inspired by the Nutcracker, these are perfect for kids who love dance and storytelling.
Whether you use these printables during Advent or on a cozy snow day, they’re a simple way to add a little extra joy to the season.
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Last Updated on 24 July 2025 by Clare Brown