Sun Mandala

A calm, smiling sun face beams from the center of this radiant mandala. Around it, long pointed rays alternate with short wavy ones, followed by a ring of small dots and swirls, all framed by a decorative scalloped border. The cheerful face gives the design a warm, friendly personality that younger colorers love, while the alternating rays and detailed outer rings keep older artists busy. It is a naturally sunny page to brighten a rainy day, and a nice prompt to chat about how the sun is actually a star — the closest one to Earth — that gives our planet light and warmth. Warm yellows, oranges, and reds are the classic choice, but a sunset palette or even a cool, surprising scheme works beautifully too. Print it on US Letter or A4, color the smiling face first, and let the rays glow outward.