Quick, busy and crowned with a big comb – this Leghorn hen coloring page shows a true egg-laying champ. Grab this free printable and color your farm hen just how you like.
Why Kids Love This Leghorn Hen
The hen stands sideways with a tall jagged comb and clearly drawn wattles. Her tail sweeps high, and the wing feathers are easy to color row by row. Behind her are a wooden farmhouse with a window, a fence and a bush. Flowers and grass fill the front of the page.
🖨️ 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 picture 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 picture a spot on the fridge!
Fun Facts About Leghorn Chickens
Leghorns come from Italy and are named after the port city of Livorno. Most are white with a big red comb. They’re light, quick and can fly quite well. Leghorns are among the hardest-working laying hens – up to about 300 white eggs a year!
What to Do with Your Finished Leghorn
Draw an egg carton next to her and fill it with white eggs – how many could she lay in a week? Or write a mini fact card and tape it underneath.
Color Ideas for Your Leghorn
White is the classic, but Leghorns come in other colors too.
Leave lots of paper white and add soft gray shadows.
Brown Leghorns have golden necks and darker tails.
A bold red makes the comb glow.
For fun, a sunny yellow hen with an orange tail.
Great Times for This Coloring Page
A hen made for learning moments.
Talk about where grocery store eggs come from.
A chicken from Italy fits a world cultures unit.
A great cover for a simple animal fact sheet.
White eggs are the best ones for dyeing.
Quick Leghorn Facts
Short facts about this busy layer.
Named after the city of Livorno.
About 250 to 300 a year.
Leghorns are light and quick.
Usually bright red on white feathers.
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Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- Clear shapes: Comb, wing and tail are neatly separated.
- Soft shading: White feathers teach gentle shadows.
- Real facts: Kids learn how many eggs a hen lays.
- Steady focus: Flowers and background add medium detail.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this coloring page for?
Great for kids ages 5 to 8: a big hen plus a background with a medium amount of detail.
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 work best, especially for shading white feathers.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Leghorn-Henne.