Yaaawn! This bear really wants to stay up until midnight – but his yawns keep getting bigger. This retro-cartoon bear coloring page shows him in pajamas in his favorite armchair. Print it for free and color a cozy New Year's Eve moment.
Why this sleepy bear is so lovable
The bear sits comfortably in his armchair, eyes squeezed shut, covering a huge yawn with one paw. He wears pajamas with long stripes and a floppy nightcap with a pom-pom. The armchair is decorated with swirls, flowers and leaves, and his big foot pads face forward. All those stripes are great for practicing careful coloring.
🖨️ 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 bears are so sleepy in winter
Real bears would definitely sleep through New Year's Eve! In fall they eat a lot to build up a thick layer of fat, then settle into a den. There they spend the winter resting: they sleep a lot and live off their reserves, though they can wake up now and then. Did you yawn while looking at this picture? Yawning is contagious – when someone yawns, others often do, too.
Fun ideas with this picture
Play a yawning game: whoever yawns first while looking at the finished page picks the next snack. The bear also makes a perfect “Do not disturb” sign for a bedroom door.
Color ideas for the bear
A cuddly bear deserves cozy colors.
Medium brown for the fur with lighter ears and snout.
Alternating light blue and white makes the pajamas snug.
Red or navy with a white pom-pom looks classic.
Green or mustard with colorful flowers feels like grandma's chair.
When to use this coloring page
For sleepy night owls and bear lovers.
When eyelids start getting heavy.
A fun start: which animals sleep in winter?
A calm page before lights out.
For anyone who'd rather sleep through New Year's.
Bear facts for kids
Little facts about these big sleepyheads.
Bears eat a lot in the fall.
Bears rest in a sheltered den.
They sleep a lot but can wake up.
Seeing a yawn often makes you yawn.
More animals celebrating New Year's
The Animals Celebrate New Year group also has penguins in party hats, an owl with a pocket watch and a cat tangled in streamers.
🐧 More from “Animals Celebrate New Year”:
Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- Laugh-worthy: The giant yawn makes everyone smile.
- Stripe practice: The pajamas train careful coloring.
- Animal facts: Explains how bears spend the winter.
- Cozy vibes: A calm page for the evening.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this coloring page for?
Great for kids about 5 to 8: one big figure with stripes and chair patterns as a small challenge.
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 for the fur, thick markers for the pajama stripes and armchair.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Bär im Schlafanzug.