Thumbs up for this dino! Iguanodon stands tall on two legs and holds up both thumbs as if to say, “Great job!” Our Iguanodon coloring page features one of the very first dinosaurs ever discovered. Grab the free printable dinosaur coloring page and add some color!
Why Kids Love the Thumbs-Up Iguanodon
Every kid knows a thumbs-up – and here’s a dino doing it. That makes this the perfect page for praise and encouragement. The two thumbs are a clear detail to highlight with color. And the proud, upright pose is just begging to be copied.
🖨️ Step by Step: How to Print It Best
Click “Print” on the right, or download the image or PDF.
Letter or A4 in portrait, scaling set to “Fit to page” – the dinosaur fits the sheet perfectly.
Regular printer paper is fine for colored pencils; for paint, use thicker paper (65–110 lb).
Grab your crayons and go – then give the finished masterpiece a spot on the fridge!
Fun Facts About Iguanodon
Iguanodon was one of the first dinosaurs ever named – it was described in England way back in 1825. Its name means “iguana tooth,” because its teeth looked like an iguana’s. Here’s a funny mix-up: the first scientists placed its thumb spike on its nose, like a horn! It lived in the early Cretaceous period, about 126 to 122 million years ago, in Europe. In Belgium, miners found dozens of skeletons in a coal mine. It grew about 33 feet long and was a plant-eater.
Fun Ideas for Your Finished Iguanodon
Give the page to someone who did a great job – it’s a thumbs-up award! Play “thumbs up, thumbs down” with silly questions. Or draw Iguanodon the way early scientists imagined him: with the spike on his nose.
Color Ideas for Your Iguanodon
A proud dino in great colors:
A green body fits his iguana name.
Gold or yellow thumbs like an award.
Brown bands across his back.
A cream belly adds depth.
Great Times for This Iguanodon Coloring Page
An encouraging dino for lots of occasions:
A thumbs-up award for a job well done.
A confidence boost for a big day.
A dinosaur from Europe.
Even scientists make mistakes sometimes.
Iguanodon Facts at a Glance
A dino from the very beginning:
One of the first dinos.
Named for its teeth.
First placed on its nose.
Dozens of skeletons found.
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Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- Thumbs-up: An encouraging page.
- Dino from Europe: A piece of science history.
- Free to print: Download and print in seconds.
- Funny story: The spike on the nose.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this coloring page for?
This page works well for kids ages 5 to 8. The upright body is easy to color, and the thumbs are small details.
Is the download free?
Yes, all coloring pages on PureSketchy are 100% free for personal use, preschools, and schools.
What should we color it with?
Colored pencils are great for the thumbs, and markers or crayons for the body. Gold pens turn the thumbs into an award.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Iguanodon.