Friendly Fall Scarecrow

Meet the friendly scarecrow on this page: a round patched face with a button smile, a floppy straw hat, and straw poking out of its sleeves and collar, arms stretched wide on a wooden post in a field with a few cornstalks. The cheerful face and patched clothes give plenty of distinct areas to color, so it is engaging for older kids while staying clearly readable for younger ones. The cornstalks and post add just enough background to set the harvest scene. Scarecrows have been used for thousands of years to keep birds away from crops, and today they are a beloved symbol of fall festivals and pumpkin patches. Color the patched shirt in mismatched colors, the straw a golden yellow, and the hat a warm brown. Print it on US Letter or A4 for an autumn, harvest, or Halloween coloring activity.