Free Animals of the World coloring pages

Check out this free download for twelve Animals of the World coloring pages courtesy of Aussie craft maven Louise Elliot. These intricate pages are filled with background illustrations and animals covered in ethnic patterns representative of the animal's region. They are sure to occupy bored, housebound kids for at least a solid hour providing you with a much deserved coffee and paper break. Plus, Ms. Elliot wants you to email finished works to her for a chance to win one of her charming animal sewing kits. A little extra incentive for your mini doodlers. She'll draw two winners per month "This month’s picture and kit to win is Olaf the Horse from Sweden." Arm those kiddies with the chartreuse and aquamarine Crayolas, stand back and watch them go to town combining colors only imaginable in the minds of a child.

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