This little lucky bug is practically waving at you! Our ladybug coloring page shows a happy beetle with seven big spots. Print it for free and give it away as a New Year's lucky charm.
Why this ladybug is so much fun
The round shell is split into two wing covers with seven big circles – perfect for neat coloring. A friendly face with big eyes and a smile peeks out at the top, topped by two antennae with little balls on the ends. Six legs stretch out to the sides as if the bug is about to scurry off. It stands on a simple oval shadow.
🖨️ 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!
Why is the ladybug lucky?
Gardeners love ladybugs because they eat aphids, tiny bugs that harm plants. Long ago people saw them as a gift from heaven, and the name comes from “Our Lady,” another name for Mary, the mother of Jesus. The best-known kind in Europe is the seven-spot ladybug with red wing covers. Its bright color warns birds: “I taste bad!” And no – the spots don't tell you how old a ladybug is; that's just a myth.
Ideas with your lucky bug
Cut out the ladybug and glue it onto a clothespin to make a lucky clip for New Year's cards. In preschool, everyone can stick their bug onto one big paper leaf.
Color ideas for the ladybug
Red and black is classic, but ladybugs come in other colors too.
This is exactly how a real seven-spot looks.
Some real ladybugs are yellow, too.
A black head and legs make the shell glow.
Every spot a different color makes a fantasy bug.
When to use this coloring page
A lucky bug for any time of year.
A tiny good-luck greeting to start the year.
Fits a preschool theme on creepy-crawlies.
Seven spots to count and color.
A sweet hostess gift for a visit.
Ladybug facts
Fun facts about this little crawler.
Ladybugs love to eat aphids.
Red tells birds it tastes bad.
The best-known ladybug in Europe.
Like all insects, it has six legs.
More lucky charms to color
The Lucky Charms group also has a whole ladybug family and a clover wreath with ladybugs.
🍀 More from “Lucky Charms”:
Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- Counting practice: Seven spots to count.
- Round shapes: Circles train neat coloring.
- Happy bug: That smile is contagious.
- Nature talk: A great start for chatting about insects.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this coloring page for?
Great for kids ages 5 to 8: big spaces, clear circles and a few finer spots like the antennae and legs.
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?
Thick crayons or markers in red and black, plus a skin tone or light brown for the face.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Marienkäfer.