Free Printable Sloth Coloring Bookmarks to Customize

Download free printable sloth coloring bookmarks! Just add coloring supplies and enjoy a fun reading activity perfect for kids, classrooms, or book lovers.

Looking for a fun and easy way to make reading even more exciting? These printable coloring bookmarks are just what you need!

They’re cute. They’re free. And they’re perfect for book lovers of all ages.

Let’s take a closer look at what they are and how you can use them!

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What Are Sloth Coloring Bookmarks?

This free printable set includes five different sloth bookmarks. Each one is black and white, so kids (or adults!) can color them in.

Every design features a cheerful sloth and a fun reading-themed saying:

🦥Hang out with a good book – with a sloth sitting on a stack of books.
🦥Reading is slow awesome – surrounded by jungle leaves.
🦥Reading is a sloth of fun – with a winking sloth.
🦥I’m wild about books – showing a sloth hanging from a tree branch.
🦥I love reading a sloth – with a cozy sloth curled up with some books.

These designs are line drawings and printable on one easy-to-use sheet.

Sloth Coloring Bookmarks in five different designs free to print

Why You’ll Love This Idea

First, sloths are adorable. They’re the perfect animal to pair with the slow, relaxing pace of a good book. Their sleepy smiles and laid-back style make these bookmarks super charming. Plus, kids absolutely love sloths!

Second, these bookmarks are a creative outlet and a reading tool in one. Instead of buying a boring paper bookmark, kids can color their own! It makes them feel more connected to their books and more excited to read. After all, using something you made yourself is always more fun.

Free Printable sloth coloring bookmarks page on top of coloring pencils background

How to Use the Printable Sloth Coloring Bookmarks

Using these bookmarks is simple and fun. Just download the free printable (enter your email address in the download box at the end of the post), print it out on regular or cardstock paper, and start coloring!

Once you’re done coloring, cut each bookmark out with scissors. If you want to make them sturdier, laminate them or glue them onto construction paper before cutting them out. You can even punch a hole at the top and tie a ribbon or some yarn to give it a special touch.

These bookmarks are perfect for:

Reading rewards
Library activities
Classroom crafts
Birthday party favors

Hang out with a good book free printable sloth coloring bookmarks one sticking out of a book and other two laying beside the book

Fun Ways to Use the Printable

There are so many creative ways to use these bookmarks!

Use Them at Home

Set up a little reading corner. Let your child color a bookmark before diving into a story. It makes reading feel more personal and fun.

Use Them in the Classroom

These make awesome literacy center activities. Hand them out on Read Across America Day, World Book Day, or as a reward for completing reading logs.

Use Them in the Library

Librarians, these are a hit during summer reading programs! Set out a coloring station with crayons and copies of the bookmarks.

Use Them as Gifts

Tuck a finished bookmark inside a book you’re giving as a gift. It adds a sweet handmade touch that any bookworm will love.

Green backgrounds with crayons on the top and bottom with three pages of black and white coloring bookmarks

Variations for Using the Printable

Want to shake things up a bit? Here are a few fun ideas to change how you use the bookmarks:

Color them with different tools: Try using markers, colored pencils, or even watercolor paints (just be gentle with the paper).
Add glitter or stickers: After coloring, decorate with extra sparkles for a magical touch.
Embellish: Punch a hole at the top using a hole punch. Add a ribbon, string, or tassel to the bookmark.
Make a magnetic bookmark: Glue a strip of magnet to the back and fold it over the page.

You can even shrink the printable down and use the designs as cupcake toppers, labels, or notebook decorations!

Make your own coloring bookmarks with a sloth theme with coloring supplies around the printed out page

Common Questions About Sloth Coloring Bookmarks

Can I use these for a classroom craft?
Absolutely! These bookmarks are kid-friendly and work well for a group activity. Just print enough for the class and have fun coloring together.

What age group are they best for?
These are great for kids ages 4 and up. Younger kids can use crayons, while older kids may enjoy adding more detailed color with markers or pencils.

Can I laminate the bookmarks?
Yes! Laminating them helps them last longer, especially for kids who love to take their books everywhere.

Are the bookmarks really free?
Yes, 100% free! Just download the file, print it, and enjoy.

Can adults use them too?
Of course! Coloring isn’t just for kids. Many adults find it relaxing, and who doesn’t love a cute sloth?

Do I need special paper to print these?
Not at all. Regular printer paper works fine, but heavy white cardstock makes them a bit sturdier.

Free Bookmarks with a sloth theme to color in and customize

My Favorite Printable Supplies:

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Printer: I love my HP Home Printer, it prints beautifully everytime no matter what projects I am working on.
Paper: Depending on the durability you want with your printables, consider printing on white card stock or high quality paper.
Laminator: For printables you are planning to use over and over again, simply laminate and use dry erase markers to mark up the printables.
Paper Cutter: I love my CARL Paper Cutter. It makes trimming and cutting out printables a breeze.
Sticker Paper: When printing tags or other free printables, sticker paper can make it easy to attach to gifts, boxes, or to make your own stickers.
Cutting Supplies: You’ll want a great pair of paper cutting scissors and I love using an Xacto Knife for intricate details.
Pens and Coloring Supplies: Here are some of my favorite writing tools for pencils and pens. Coloring supplies that I love to use in my own home: colored pencils, crayons, markers for adults, and markers for kids.

An open book with a colored in sloth coloring bookmark laying on top of the page

Download the Printable Bookmarks Here

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Free Printable Sloth Bookmarks to color in after printing out on top of markers and teal background

Conclusion: Grab Your Free Sloth Coloring Bookmarks Now!

These sloth coloring bookmarks are a fun, free, and creative way to encourage reading. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or just someone who loves sloths, these bookmarks are sure to bring a smile to your face.

So go ahead—download the printable and start coloring today. Make reading a little more fun and a lot more adorable!