Summer Picnic Scene

Spread out for a sunny afternoon with this picnic scene. A checkered blanket lies on the grass beneath a leafy tree, set with an open picnic basket, sandwiches and fruit on plates, a pitcher of juice, a scatter of flowers, and a butterfly fluttering overhead. With so many separate items, this page rewards kids who like to take their time and color each food, flower and patch of the blanket. The checkered blanket alone is a fun little challenge — try alternating two colors square by square. Butterflies, like the one drifting above, taste with their feet, so they land on flowers to check if they are sweet before sipping. Use fresh greens for the grass and tree, warm tones for the food, and bright petals for the flowers. Print on US Letter or A4 and enjoy a picnic that lasts all day.