This free printable yellow ribbon coloring page shows a big ribbon bow tied around the trunk of a leafy tree, surrounded by stars and hearts. A yellow ribbon is a classic way to show support for service members and their families.
It is a quick, meaningful activity for Veterans Day on November 11, whether you are at home, in a classroom, or at a homeschool table. Print as many copies as you need. It is completely free.
Table of Contents
- About This Yellow Ribbon Coloring Page
- Why Kids Love Yellow Ribbon Coloring Pages
- Who Is This For?
- How to Print
- Tips for Coloring
- 5 Fun Ways to Use This Yellow Ribbon Coloring Page
- More Veterans Day Coloring Pages
- Download Your Free Yellow Ribbon Coloring Page
About This Yellow Ribbon Coloring Page
The tree has a full, cloud-like top and a textured trunk, and the big bow sits right in the middle where it is easy to color. Stars and hearts float on both sides, with poppies and small flags at the bottom.
Tying a yellow ribbon around a tree is a tradition that welcomes service members home. This page gives kids an easy way to learn about it and show support.
Why Kids Love Yellow Ribbon Coloring Pages
The big bow is satisfying to color, and the tree leaves plenty of room for greens and browns. The thick, clean outlines and big open spaces make it easy to stay inside the lines, so even young kids end up with a page they are proud of.
Veterans Day coloring pages also give families and teachers a natural way to talk about service and gratitude. If kids ask why we celebrate, you can share a little of the history of Veterans Day while they color.
Who Is This For?
For Kids at Home
This yellow ribbon coloring page is a calm, screen-free activity for kids ages 3 to 10. It works well on the morning of Veterans Day or any quiet afternoon in November.
For Teachers and Classrooms
Teachers can print a class set for a Veterans Day lesson, a morning work packet, or a thank-you card drive for local veterans.
For Homeschool Activities
Homeschool families can pair the page with a short reading about veterans, a family interview, or a writing prompt about saying thank you.
How to Print
Click the download button to open the free PDF. It is sized for standard US Letter paper (8.5 x 11 inches) in portrait orientation. Print in black and white on regular printer paper, or use card stock if you plan to mail or display the finished page.
Tips for Coloring
Make the Bow Yellow
Use a bright yellow for the ribbon and a darker gold for the folds.
Layer the Leaves
Try two or three greens on the treetop to make it look full.
Fill the Hearts
Color the hearts red and the stars blue for a patriotic mix.
5 Fun Ways to Use This Yellow Ribbon Coloring Page
1. Support Display
Hang the page in a window as a sign of support.
2. Learn the Tradition
Talk about why people tie yellow ribbons for service members.
3. Real Ribbon Craft
Glue a strip of real yellow ribbon over the colored bow.
4. Military Family Gift
Give the page to a military family in your neighborhood.
5. Tree Study
Pair it with a nature lesson about trees in the fall.
More Veterans Day Coloring Pages
Looking for more? See all of our Veterans Day coloring pages in one place, or try one of these:
- Free Printable Stars and Stripes Heart Coloring Page
- Free Printable Service Dog with Flag Coloring Page
- Free Printable Thank You Veterans Coloring Page
- Free Printable Veterans Day Card Coloring Page
You can also find more holiday fun in our Thanksgiving coloring pages and fall coloring pages.
Download Your Free Yellow Ribbon Coloring Page
This free printable yellow ribbon coloring page is an easy way for kids to celebrate Veterans Day and say thank you to the people who served.
Grab your crayons, markers, or colored pencils, print as many copies as you like, and have fun coloring!
