One last tug – and the old year is history! On this calendar coloring page, a hand pulls the top page off a tear-off calendar. Drawn in a semi-realistic style, it's a calm New Year's coloring page for older kids, free to print.
Why older kids will love it
The calendar sits in a wood-grain frame topped with swirls, a small round clock and leaves. The top page still hangs from two metal rings, curling as a hand pulls it away – you can see every fold in the paper. The stack of remaining pages lies beneath. Light and shadow, wood and paper make it perfect for careful shading.
🖨️ 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!
Where do New Year's Day and New Year's Eve come from?
Starting the year on January 1 goes back to ancient Rome: the calendar of Julius Caesar, used from 45 BC, kept January 1 as the first day of the year. In Germany, New Year's Eve is called Silvester, named after Pope Sylvester I, who died on December 31 in the year 335. A year has 365 days – in a leap year, 366. With a tear-off calendar you remove one page every day. On New Year's Eve, only the very last one is left.
Ideas with the calendar picture
Write your favorite memories from the past year on the back of the page – or your wishes for the year ahead. The calendar page becomes your very own year-in-review card.
Color ideas for the calendar
This page is all about wood, paper and soft shadows.
Layer ochre and brown to show the wood grain.
A touch of beige makes the page look real.
Muted green fits the calm, elegant style.
Gray with white highlights looks like metal.
When to use this coloring page
A thoughtful picture for the end of the year.
Talk about everything that happened this year.
A great start to learning months and days.
Pair it with a list of New Year's resolutions.
For a relaxed afternoon before the party.
Calendar facts
Interesting facts about the turn of the year.
Germany's name for December 31 comes from him.
Caesar started the year in January.
That's how long a normal year is.
It has one extra day.
More countdown pictures
The Countdown to Midnight group also has a detailed grandfather clock with two kids.
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Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- Shading practice: Curled paper and wood need a gentle touch.
- History lesson: Caesar and Sylvester come to life.
- Calm motif: Perfect for winding down at year's end.
- Realistic style: A grown-up look older kids appreciate.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this coloring page for?
Made for kids about 9 and up – the semi-realistic wood grain and paper folds take patience.
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 plus a soft pencil for shading work best.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Kalenderblatt.