They say no two snowflakes are alike, which is pretty enchanting, right? Remember the thrill of the first snowfall, rushing outside to catch those delicate flakes on your tongue? Your kiddos are probably just as captivated by snowflakes as you were at their age. Not only are snowflakes a wonder to behold, but they’re also a blast to recreate! Crafting snowflakes is a fantastic winter activity to enjoy with your children, especially with these free snowflake coloring pages.
And if you think snowflakes are just white, think again! They’re actually translucent, and light reflects off them in all sorts of colors, allowing you and your little one to pick whichever hues you’d like these snowflakes to showcase. With an estimated 1 septillion snowflakes falling in the U.S. alone, you have endless possibilities when it comes to coloring and personalizing these pages. Plus, you’ll find some fun facts about snowflakes along the way. Did you know that every snowflake typically has six sides? This is due to the hexagonal shape of the molecules that form them!
Once you’ve had your fill of coloring these frosty beauties, check out our other seasonal coloring pages, like elf coloring sheets, penguin designs, or even cooking-themed pages.
Free Printable Snowflake Coloring Pages
Snowflake Page No. 1
The shape of a snowflake changes depending on the cloud’s temperature and moisture content, leading to six main types: plate, column, stars, dendrite, needle, and capped column.
Snowflake Page No. 2
Snowflakes start as ice crystals created from water vapor in the air. While warm temps produce rain, in the winter, water freezes into these beautiful crystals.
Snowflake Page No. 3
Snowflakes are incredibly tiny. So how do we know what they look like? Thanks to Leo Thompson, who began photographing snowflakes in the late 1800s by ingeniously attaching a microscope to a camera.
Snowflake Page No. 4
The largest snowflake ever recorded was discovered in Fort Keogh, Montana, in 1887, measuring a whopping 38 centimeters wide!
Snowflake Page No. 5
A snowflake’s size depends on how many ice crystals join together. On average, each snowflake contains about 200 ice crystals.
Snowflake Page No. 6
Here’s the scoop: it can’t be scientifically proven that no two snowflakes are identical. With trillions falling during a snowfall and the variable conditions they encounter, it’s nearly impossible to determine their uniqueness before they hit the ground and melt. Still, it’s a lovely thought!
Snowflake Page No. 7
Want to know where the snowiest place in the U.S. is? Head to Stampede Pass in Washington State, where they get around 430 inches of snow each year — that’s an incredible number of snowflakes!
Snowflake Page No. 8
Do you live in a snowy region? You might be one of the lucky ones; it’s estimated that about half of the world’s population has never seen snow.
Snowflake Page No. 9
Snowflakes drift down at a leisurely pace of 3 to 4 miles per hour. But when packed into a snowball, they can fly much faster! Did you know the largest snowball fight took place in Seattle in 2013, with 5,834 people joining in?
Snowflake Page No. 10
Snow makes us crave sweets! It’s said that during a predicted blizzard, people stock up on cakes, candy, and cookies more than any other food.
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In summary, these snowflake coloring pages are a delightful way to keep your kids entertained during winter while also learning about the fascinating world of snowflakes. So grab those crayons and get creative!
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