Free Pumpkin Life Cycle Coloring Page

This pumpkin life cycle coloring page ended up in our kitchen after a trip to the farmers’ market, when my son asked how a pumpkin actually starts.

We used it that afternoon, he colored while I talked through each stage, and it turned into one of those rare printables that actually sparked a good conversation.

If you’re teaching plant science or just following your kid’s curiosity, this page makes it easy to connect the dots (and keep little hands busy).

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What’s on the Pumpkin Life Cycle Coloring Page?

This printable shows the full pumpkin life cycle in six simple, illustrated stages: seed, sprout, vine, flower, green pumpkin, and ripe pumpkin.

Each stage is drawn in a way that’s easy for young kids to recognize and color, and arrows connect the stages in a circular layout to help them understand how the cycle continues.

We used this page to talk through each step while coloring, from planting seeds in spring to harvesting pumpkins in the fall.

It helped my son make the connection between what we saw at the farmers’ market and how those pumpkins got there.

It’s not overly detailed, which makes it a great fit for preschoolers and early elementary kids who are just starting to explore how plants grow.

There’s also space to use a variety of colors, like green for the vine and leaves, yellow for the flower, and orange for the final pumpkin, which adds some creative freedom while reinforcing what each stage looks like in real life.

Tips for Using the Coloring Sheet

This life cycle of a pumpkin worksheet works well as part of a fall unit, a science activity, or just a calm afternoon at the table.

We’ve used it alongside pumpkin books, at the kitchen counter during snack time, and even as a quiet option during Halloween week.

There’s no prep required, just print and color while you talk through the stages together.

More Pumpkin Activities for Kids

Keep the learning going with a few simple add-ons:

• Add some seasonal fun with a printable pumpkin bingo game.
• Try our plant life cycle coloring page for a broader look at how plants grow.
• Start a mini garden using this guide on how to grow pumpkins for beginners.
• Go exploring with a pumpkin patch treasure hunt.
• Create a keepsake with our free pumpkin handprint printable.

Pumpkin Books for Kids

If your kids are curious about how pumpkins grow, or just love everything about fall. These picture books pair perfectly with the coloring page.

Too Many Pumpkins – This one surprised us. It’s the story of Rebecca Estelle, who wants nothing to do with pumpkins… until they take over her yard. My son got a kick out of the ending, and it opened up a great little chat about turning something frustrating into something good.

Pumpkin Day! – A cheerful, simple read that’s great for younger kids. It follows a group of friends picking pumpkins and enjoying everything from carving to pumpkin treats. We read this right before a trip to our local patch, and it made the experience more fun.

Seed, Sprout, Pumpkin, Pie – This one walks through the real-life stages of a pumpkin’s life cycle with big, clear photos. It’s a perfect companion to the coloring page, especially if your child wants to see what the “real” stages look like while they color.

Get the Free Pumpkin Life Cycle Coloring Sheet Here!

If you are running short on time you can download all of our life cycle worksheets. There are 247 pages over 23 different life cycles.

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Last Updated on 30 June 2025 by Clare Brown