Free Printable Fall Bookmarks to Color for Kids

Celebrate the cozy reading season with these free printable fall bookmarks to color! They are a fun and easy fall activity for kids!

These fall coloring bookmarks are such a cute way to encourage kids to read during autumn. Each bookmark features cute autumn designs, fun reading-themed phrases, and simple outlines that are easy to color. Kids can decorate their bookmarks with crayons, colored pencils, or markers, then tuck them into their favorite books for the season. They are perfect for encouraging little ones to read during the autumn season while also offering a relaxing, screen-free activity.

These free fall coloring pages are also budget-friendly and quick to prep. Just print, color, cut, and enjoy!

What’s Included

This printable set includes 12 black-and-white bookmarks with autumn and reading-themed designs.

The bookmark designs include:

• Cozy Up with a Good Book with a mug sitting on a stack of books
• Fall in Love with Reading with a smiling book surrounded by autumn leaves
• Books Are My Favorite Fall Treat with a pumpkin and a pumpkin pie
• Fall Leaves and Books Please with a bookcase and falling leaves
• Leaves Are Falling Books Are Calling with a fall tree, wind swirls, and leaves
• Nuts About Reading with a cute squirrel holding an acorn
• Crisp Leaves, Cozy Reads with a scarf and book
• Sweater Weather Reading with a cozy sweater and an open book
• Read, Sip, Repeat with a mug of hot cocoa on a stack of books
• Whoo Loves Books? with a cute owl perched on a branch
• Gobble Up a Great Book with a cartoon turkey
• Thankful for Books with a fall wreath and an open book

Supplies Needed

• Printable PDF file (get it at the bottom of the post by clicking the button)
• Regular printer paper or cardstock
• Crayons, colored pencils, or markers
• Scissors or a paper cutter
• Optional: hole punch, ribbon, yarn, tassels, stickers, or laminating sheets

Cardstock is the best option if you want bookmarks that are sturdier and last longer. Regular printer paper will work if you are printing a larger batch for a classroom, library, or fall activity station.

How to Save and Print the Fall Bookmarks

1. Click the “Get It Here” button at the bottom of the post to grab the PDF.
2. Save the file to your computer or device.
3. Open the PDF in a reader and print it on cardstock, preferably.
   • For best results, print at high quality so the lines look crisp and clean.
4. Let kids color the bookmarks with crayons, markers, or colored pencils.
5. Cut out each bookmark along the border using scissors or a paper cutter.
6. Optional: Laminate the finished bookmarks for added durability.

Optional Bookmark Upgrades

Want to make these printable bookmarks even more festive? Try one of these easy ideas:

• Punch a hole at the top and add ribbon, yarn, or a tassel.
• Laminate them after coloring to help them hold up better.
• Have kids write their name and the year on the back as a keepsake.
• Pair one with a new book for a simple fall gift.
• Use them as classroom rewards for reading goals.
• Add them to a fall party favor bag.
• Glue them onto fall scrapbook paper or construction paper for a layered look with a colorful border.

Age Recommendations

These fall coloring bookmarks are great for elementary-aged kids. Younger children will enjoy coloring the simple fall shapes, while older kids can add more creative details, patterns, shading, and colorful autumn backgrounds. They are a great option for classrooms, homeschools, libraries, Sunday schools, daycares, and after-school activities at home.

Fun Ways to Use These Fall Coloring Bookmarks

These free printable autumn bookmarks are a fun way to combine coloring, creativity, and reading in one easy fall activity.

• Use them as a cozy fall reading activity. Kids can color their own bookmarks before reading time, during library visits, or at storytime.
• Set up a bookmark decorating station. Add crayons, markers, stickers, ribbon, and tassels so kids can personalize their designs.
• Use them for a fall classroom activity.
• Add them to a reading challenge. Kids can color a new bookmark after finishing a book or reaching a reading goal.
• Use them as fall party favors. Pair a bookmark with a mini pack of crayons for an inexpensive autumn treat.
• Make them part of a Thanksgiving activity. They are perfect for keeping kids busy before Thanksgiving dinner.
• Add them to a book gift. Tape one inside a new fall book or tuck it into a favorite read for a thoughtful surprise.

Kids can color one bookmark to use right away or decorate the whole page and share them with classmates, friends, or siblings.

Fall Books to Pair with These Bookmarks

After kids color their bookmarks, pair them with one of these books for a cozy autumn reading activity. These picks are great for elementary-aged kids and include a mix of funny stories, classic fall read-alouds, and easy readers.

• Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn by Kenard Pak
  A beautiful seasonal read-aloud about noticing the little changes that happen as summer turns into fall. This one is especially nice for a calm storytime before kids color the bookmarks.
• Apples and Pumpkins by Anne Rockwell
  A classic fall picture book about apple picking, pumpkin picking, and simple autumn traditions. This is a sweet choice for younger elementary students.
• The Leaf Thief by Alice Hemming
  A funny fall story about a squirrel who thinks someone is stealing the leaves. It pairs perfectly with the "Nuts About Reading" squirrel bookmark.
• Pumpkin Soup by Helen Cooper
  A cozy story about friendship, teamwork, and a little bit of pumpkin-filled drama. This one is great for fall read-alouds and discussion.
• Fletcher and the Falling Leaves by Julia Rawlinson
  A story about a fox who worries when the leaves begin to fall. This would be a cute pairing with the "Leaves Are Falling, Books Are Calling" bookmark.
• The Berenstain Bears Harvest Festival by Mike Berenstain
  A cheerful harvest-themed book that works well for fall, Thanksgiving, and classroom discussions about gratitude.

More Fall Printables and Activities

• Fall Coloring Pages for Kids
• Fall Crafts for Kids
• Thanksgiving Coloring Pages
• Fall Leaf Templates
• Fall Word Search Printables
• Halloween Coloring Pages

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