Create a royal adventure with princess coloring pages
Welcome to our collection of princess coloring pages, where every crayon or marker stroke adds a touch of enchantment to your child’s day. (That’s not even to mention the stunningly lovely clipart you’ll also see below.)
This fantastic art offers a fun and creative way to spend time, serving as a canvas for your child’s imagination and a window into stories of courage and compassion. And since people — including princesses — come in many different sizes and colors, our images aim to be inclusive and represent many different kinds of beauty.
As your kiddo colors, you have an opportunity to step with them into a world of fascinating tales, an exploration of history, and a new chance to express their creativity.
Craft ideas inspired by princesses
Get ready to bring the world of princesses to life with these craft ideas! Each activity is designed to spark your child’s creativity while incorporating elements of their favorite fairy tales. From creating royal attire to building their own castle, these crafts will not only be a fun project but also a great way to develop fine motor skills and artistic expression.
Create your royal crown: Help your child design and decorate their own royal crown using cardstock, jewels, and glitter. This craft encourages creativity and fine motor skills.
Enchanted wands: Craft a wand using sticks, ribbons, and stars. This simple activity sparks imagination and play.
DIY princess capes: Transform an old pillowcase into a princess cape with fabric paint and markers, encouraging resourcefulness and creativity.
Cardboard castles: A large box can become a castle with some paints and decorations. This project nurtures spatial awareness and artistic skills.
My princess story: With our princess clipart as an inspiration, have your child write and illustrate a princess-themed story, enhancing their storytelling and writing abilities.
Learning activities fit for a princess
These fun and engaging tasks are designed to blend the enchantment of princess stories with valuable educational concepts. From exploring geography through kingdom maps to understanding the historical roles of real-life princesses, each activity is tailored to expand your child’s knowledge and curiosity. Get ready to learn in a way that’s fit for royalty!
Discovering royal fashion: Research and compare the traditional attire of princesses from different cultures around the world. This activity teaches cultural diversity and history. For example, compare the hanbok worn by Korean princesses with the saris and other elegant styles worn by princesses from India.
Princess portraits: Have your child draw or paint portraits of famous princesses, either real or fictional. This encourages artistic skills, and can be a fun way to learn about different historical figures or characters. For instance, they could paint a portrait of Princess Merida from “Brave” or Princess Diana.
Royal gardens botanical study: Create a small garden or a terrarium inspired by the royal gardens of princesses. Learn about the types of flowers and plants found in these gardens, like the roses in the gardens of the British royal family. This introduces children to basic gardening and botany concepts.
Royal ball dance class: Learn dances that might be performed at a royal ball. This could include classical dances or dances from different cultures. It’s a fun way to incorporate physical activity and learn about the importance of dance in royal traditions. For example, learn a simple waltz or a traditional Japanese court dance.
Royal feast preparation: Cook a meal inspired by what princesses might have eaten. Research and prepare dishes from different countries, teaching cooking skills and international cuisine knowledge. For example, make a French pastry that might have been enjoyed in Versailles or try preparing a traditional British tea.
10 fun facts about princesses
Discover fascinating and kid-friendly facts about princesses in this enlightening section. Each fact is a window into the diverse and intriguing world of princesses, blending the magic of fairy tales with real-world examples.
These facts are perfect for sparking conversations and deepening your child’s understanding of history, culture, and the role of princesses in both stories and real life. Prepare to be amazed by what you’ll learn about these iconic figures.
Multilingual monarchs: Many real-life princesses are skilled in several languages. For instance, Princess Charlotte of Cambridge is being raised to speak English and Spanish.
Fairy tale inspirations: Some well-known fairy tale princesses were inspired by historical figures. For example, the story of Snow White is believed to be based on the life of Margaretha von Waldeck, a German countess.
Castles galore: Princesses often live in grand castles. One famous example is the Palace of Versailles in France, which was home to Marie Antoinette, the last Queen of France before the French Revolution. While not a princess by birth, Marie Antoinette’s marriage to Louis XVI made her a queen, and she lived in the extravagant palace, known for its opulence and history. (See some fantastic castle coloring pages and clipart here!)
Animal friends: In tales, princesses often have animal companions. A real-life example is Princess Stephanie of Monaco, who had a pet elephant as a child.
Royal education: Princesses typically receive excellent education. Princess Elisabeth of Belgium, for instance, attended a prestigious boarding school in Wales.
Sporty royals: Many modern princesses are active in sports. Keen equestrian Zara Tindall, granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II, won a silver medal in the Olympics.
Crown jewels: The crowns and tiaras worn by princesses are often historical treasures. The Imperial State Crown, worn by Queen Elizabeth II, contains the second-largest cut diamond in the world.
Charitable work: Princesses are often involved in charity. Princess Diana was renowned for her humanitarian work, including her campaign against landmines.
Traveling princesses: Being a princess involves global travel. Princess Mary of Denmark, born in Australia, has made official visits to many countries, including the United States.
Princesses in literature & film: Princesses have been popular figures in books for centuries. A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a classic example, telling the story of a young girl named Sara Crewe.
In modern times, this fascination has expanded into film with the Disney Princess franchise. This series has brought new life to princess stories, introducing characters like Ariel, Belle and Elsa to new generations.
Princesses from around the world
Animated movie-style princess clipart in color
The Disney Princess franchise has brought a new wave of princess stories to life, connecting with families in a special way. Characters like Tiana, Rapunzel and Moana have stepped beyond the screen, capturing hearts with their bravery, kindness, and adventurous spirits.
These princess movie stars have become icons in their own right, influencing everything from fashion trends to how we view heroines in today’s world. While representing royalty, they’re also examples of perseverance, compassion and embracing one’s uniqueness — making them relatable and inspirational for your little ones.
The best Disney princess movies
- Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937)
- Cinderella (1950)
- Sleeping Beauty – Aurora (1959)
- The Little Mermaid – Ariel (1989)
- Beauty and the Beast – Belle (1991)
- Aladdin– Jasmine (1992)
- Pocahontas (1995)
- Mulan (1998)
- The Princess and the Frog – Tiana (2009)
- Tangled – Rapunzel (2010)
- Brave – Merida (2012)
- Frozen – Anna & Elsa (2013)
- Moana (2016)
- Raya and the Last Dragon (2021)
Color animated movie-style princesses in different colors & styles
More princess coloring pages
These princesses have a variety of different dress designs, hairstyles, and body types.
Princess accessories: Crowns and wands clipart
