Mushrooms on a Log

Several mushrooms of different shapes sprout from the side and top of a fallen, mossy log in this woodland scene. Some are shelf-like and flat, others round and capped, and patches of moss with a small fern growing nearby complete the picture. The variety of mushroom forms gives colorers lots to explore, and the log adds a long, textured surface that is satisfying to shade. It suits kids ready for a little detail as well as adults who enjoy nature scenes. Shelf mushrooms really do grow straight out of dead wood — they help break down fallen logs and return the nutrients to the soil, an important job in every forest. Coloring this page is a nice way to notice how mushrooms come in many shapes. Print it on US Letter or A4 and bring the old log to life.