Coloring Page: Smiling Corn on the Cob by the Barn

Big smiling ear of corn with round kernels and peeled-back husks in front of a picket fence and a barn with a cupola and hay – coloring page to print

Out of the husk and ready for fun! This corn on the cob coloring page shows a cheerful ear of corn with its leaves folded back in front of the barn. Grab the free printable and color every kernel golden yellow.

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Why Kids Love This Corn on the Cob

The ear is covered in rows of round kernels – perfect for coloring one by one or trying out color patterns. Its long husks are folded outward like it’s slipping out of a jacket, and it’s grinning with big eyes and rosy cheeks. Behind it stand a picket fence and a barn with a cupola, windows and hay in the loft. The mix of big shapes and lots of little kernels is just right for kids ages 5 and up.

🖨️ Step by Step: How to Print It Best

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Open the image
Click “Print” on the right, or download the image or PDF.
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Choose portrait
Letter or A4 in portrait, scaling set to “Fit to page” – the picture fits the sheet perfectly.
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Pick your paper
Regular printer paper is fine for colored pencils; for paint, use thicker paper (65–110 lb).
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Color & display
Grab your crayons and go – then give the finished picture a spot on the fridge!

All About Corn on the Cob

Every single kernel of corn is a seed that could grow into a whole plant. While the ear ripens on the stalk, it’s wrapped up safe in green husks. Fine threads called silk poke out the top, and each kernel has its own strand. For corn on the cob, farmers pick sweet corn while the kernels are still soft and sweet. Popcorn comes from a special kind of corn whose kernels burst open when heated.

What to Do with Your Finished Corn

Glue a tiny yellow paper square or an unpopped popcorn kernel onto each kernel for a fun mosaic. Or set up a fall table with your colored corn in the middle and real corn and leaves around it.

Color Ideas for Your Corn on the Cob

Corn comes in way more colors than you might think.

🌽 Butter yellow
Classic sweet corn shines in light yellow.
🍃 Husk green
Light green husks with darker edges look fresh.
🔴 Flint corn
Some corn has red, blue and purple kernels.
🌈 Rainbow ear
Fantasy idea: color each row of kernels a different shade.
💡 Coloring Tip: Color each kernel yellow and add a tiny touch of orange along the bottom edge – the kernels will look round and shiny.

Great Times for This Coloring Page

This ear of corn brings smiles to the fall season.

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Corn harvest
Perfect in late summer and fall when corn comes in.
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Movie afternoon
Color while the popcorn is popping.
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Plant science
Great for talking about seeds and kernels.
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Thanksgiving
A cheerful page for the holiday table.

Quick Corn Facts

There’s a lot of nature packed into one ear.

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Kernel = seed

Each kernel can grow into a plant.

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One silk each

Every kernel has its own strand of silk.

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Sweet corn

Corn on the cob is picked while still soft.

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Popcorn corn

Popcorn comes from a special kind of corn.

More Fields, Garden & Harvest Coloring Pages

Find more corn in the cornfield with a scarecrow, plus the harvest festival wagon and From Grain to Bread.

Your Benefits at PureSketchy:

  • Fine motor: Little kernels build careful coloring.
  • Pattern spotting: Rows of kernels form a clear pattern.
  • Plant facts: Kids learn every kernel is a seed.
  • Happy vibes: That big grin is pure fun.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What age is this coloring page for?
This page works well for kids ages 5 to 8: the ear, fence and barn are clear, while the many kernels add a medium level 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?
Sharp colored pencils are best for the individual kernels; markers work for the husks and barn.

Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Maiskolben.