This little hedgehog celebrates New Year's Eve the cozy way, tucked into its pile of leaves with a party hat and a lantern. This hedgehog coloring page in sticker style has big, clear spaces for the littlest artists. Print it for free, color it in and cut out your own New Year's coloring page sticker!
Why this hedgehog is perfect for little hands
The hedgehog sits upright with a friendly smile, holding a lantern with little windows in one paw. A tiny party hat with a pom-pom sits on its head. Its spines are drawn as one big area with a few strokes, and large leaves lie underneath. A thick border runs around the whole picture, just like a sticker.
🖨️ 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 hedgehogs love leaf piles
Hedgehogs hibernate through the winter, usually from around November until spring. They build a nest of leaves, often inside a leaf pile, under hedges or in woodpiles. While they sleep, their hearts beat very slowly and they live off their fat reserves. Hedgehogs are nocturnal and eat beetles, worms and snails. Because sleeping hedgehogs may be hiding in leaf piles, grown-ups should never set off fireworks near leaves, hedges or woodpiles.
Ideas with the hedgehog sticker
Color the hedgehog and cut along the thick border to make a big paper sticker for a window or door. You can also glue real dry leaves around the leaf pile.
Color ideas for the hedgehog
Fall colors and a festive hat make a lovely mix.
Dark brown spines and a light brown face.
Red, orange and yellow for the leaves.
Yellow lantern windows make it shine.
A blue or purple hat stands out from the spines.
When to use this coloring page
A page for the littlest ones at New Year's.
An easy page for the very youngest.
Fits a preschool lesson on hibernation.
Cut out, it makes cheerful window decor.
Also great for lantern walks.
Hedgehog facts for kids
Little facts about hedgehogs.
Hedgehogs hibernate all winter.
They look for food at night.
Beetles and worms are on the menu.
They curl up when they're scared.
More animals celebrating New Year's
The Animals Celebrate New Year group also has a dog, a fox, a squirrel and a bear in pajamas.
🐧 More from “Animals Celebrate New Year”:
Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- Big spaces: Perfect for first coloring tries.
- Cutting practice: The sticker border makes cutting easier.
- Caring for wildlife: Kids learn to look out for hedgehogs.
- Cozy feel: The lantern and leaves feel warm.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this coloring page for?
Great for kids from about 2–3: the hedgehog is big, the lines are thick and there are hardly any small details.
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?
Chunky crayons or finger paint work well; older siblings can use colored pencils for the leaves.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Igel mit Partyhut.