Moon Coloring Pages (Free PDF Printables)
On this page, you’ll discover 20 unique moon coloring pages, all available for free download and printing! This collection features a diverse range of moon illustrations suited for all ages, including simple moon outlines for kids, astronauts on the moon, intricate mandala moons, spooky Halloween-themed designs, and much more!
These printables are perfect for educational activities in the classroom, fun craft projects at home, or even a relaxing artistic escape for adults. Once colored, they can be displayed in classrooms, used for space-themed projects, turned into placemats, posters, and countless other creative applications!
To start coloring, simply click on any of the images or links below to open the PDF in a new tab. From there, you can download or print them as many times as you like—completely free!
Each coloring page is formatted for standard US letter size, but they also print beautifully on A4 paper. Enjoy and let your creativity shine! 🌙✨
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10 Creative Craft Ideas Using Moon Coloring Pages
The moon has always been a source of fascination—not just for adults, but for kids too! If your little ones love coloring moon-themed pages, why not take it a step further with these fun and easy crafts? Here are ten exciting ways to turn those finished moon coloring pages into creative masterpieces!
1. Glow-in-the-Dark Moon Decal
Transform a simple moon coloring page into a glow-in-the-dark decal! All you need is sticker paper and glow markers. Once the moon is colored, cut it out and attach it to adhesive craft paper of the same size. Stick it onto a notebook, book cover, toy, or even the ceiling—creating a magical nightlight that glows in the dark!
2. Man on the Moon Poster
Bring the famous “Man on the Moon” phrase to life with this fun craft!
Step 1: Color and cut out a moon from a coloring page.
Step 2: Use a second coloring page featuring a person, color them in, and cut them out.
Step 3: Glue the person onto the moon and decorate the background with glitter, pom-poms, or puffy paint for a stunning 3D effect.
3. Realistic Lunar Surface Craft
Want to make the moon look amazingly real? Try this:
Cut out the colored moon and glue it to stiff cardboard.
Place coins of different sizes under a sheet of aluminum foil and press down gently to create realistic craters.
Cover the moon cutout with the foil for an authentic lunar surface.
Punch a hole at the top and hang your shiny moon on the wall or from the ceiling for a cool decoration!
4. Crescent Moon & Star Hanging Ornament
Create a beautiful moon and star mobile in a few simple steps:
Cut out a crescent moon from a colored page.
Use leftover paper to trace and cut out a star.
Laminate both and punch a hole in each.
Tie them together with a string so the star dangles below the moon.
Hang it up for a cute celestial decoration!
5. Moon-Themed Toy Car Headlights
Turn a finished moon coloring page into fun headlights for a toy car!
Cut out two moon circles from the coloring page.
Use strong glue (like Gorilla Glue) to attach them to the headlights.
For extra sparkle, add glitter or wiggle eyes to give the headlights a fun, playful look.
6. DIY Constellation Wheel
Teach kids about constellations in a fun and interactive way!
Cut a pie-shaped slice out of a colored moon.
Draw a matching circle on construction paper and add stars or constellations around the edge.
Attach the moon on top using a paper fastener.
As the moon rotates, the cut-out reveals one constellation at a time—making it an educational and fun craft!
7. Moon Phase Poster for Learning & Fun
Perfect for classrooms or home learning, this craft lets kids explore the moon’s phases:
Have kids color different moon phases and cut them out.
Arrange them on a large poster board in order.
Decorate with stars, glitter, and puffy paint for a cosmic touch.
The finished chart doubles as a fun wall display and an educational tool!
8. The Cow Jumped Over the Moon Puppet
Recreate the famous nursery rhyme with this cute interactive puppet craft!
Color and cut out a moon and a cow from separate coloring pages.
Laminate both cutouts.
Attach popsicle sticks to the cow’s legs and position them behind the moon.
Move the sticks to make it look like the cow is really jumping over the moon!
9. Abstract Solar System Mobile
Make a colorful solar system craft that doubles as a wind chime!
Cut out a colored moon and glue it to sturdy cardboard.
Punch small holes in a crescent shape at the bottom.
Attach colorful pom-poms or beads with string to mimic planets.
For a musical touch, add tiny bells at the bottom.
10. DIY Moon Ping-Pong Paddles
Turn a finished moon coloring page into real, working ping-pong paddles!
Cut out two moon shapes from colored pages.
Laminate them onto a thick corkboard using strong adhesive.
Seal the surface with acrylic spray to preserve the design.
Now, you have unique, handmade ping-pong paddles that actually work!
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