Snow on New Year's Day – hooray! Two kids sit one behind the other on a wooden sled and zoom down the hill. This sledding coloring page in a bold linocut style is pure winter fun to color – just print it for free.
Why this sled ride is so full of action
A girl with long hair sits up front and a boy behind her, both in chunky pom-pom hats, mittens and boots. The wooden sled with its curved runners is drawn at an angle, and speed lines in the snow show how fast they're going. In the background, a grown-up with a child walks on the left and two more people stroll on the right, with fir trees under puffy clouds. The thick black linocut lines are perfect for clear, bold colors.
🖨️ 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!
How to have safe fun on a sled
A classic wooden sled glides on two narrow runners, often lined with metal, so it slides smoothly over the snow. Long ago, sleds were also used in winter to haul firewood and heavy loads. To stay safe, pick a hill with no road, trees or fences at the bottom. A helmet protects your head, and you ride sitting up with your feet in front. Once you reach the bottom, move aside quickly and walk back up along the edge.
Ideas with the sledding picture
Glue cotton balls onto the snow after coloring to make the hill extra fluffy. In class, the picture makes a great story starter: where do the two end up at the bottom of the hill?
Color ideas for the sled ride
Linocut-style pictures look strongest with a few bold colors.
Warm brown with darker wood stripes makes the sled look real.
Give each kid a signal color so they stand apart.
Dark green trees make a calm background.
A soft gray makes the sky look like more snow is coming.
When to use this coloring page
For everyone waiting for snow or enjoying it right now.
Warm up with hot cocoa and colored pencils.
If there's no snow outside, just color some.
A great intro to linocut and printmaking.
Each kid colors one of the sledders.
Sled facts
Things worth knowing about sleds.
Narrow runners glide more easily than a wide flat bottom.
Sleds were once used to pull wood and goods in winter.
In southern Germany and Austria, sledding is often called “rodeln.”
A helmet protects your head while sledding.
More winter nights and New Year's mornings
The Winter Night & New Year's Morning group also has a New Year's walk, an igloo with fairy lights and a New Year's pretzel.
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Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- Clear lines: The linocut style helps kids color neatly.
- Motion in art: Speed lines show speed and direction.
- Art knowledge: Kids get to know a special print style.
- Winter joy: Gets kids excited for the next snow day.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this coloring page for?
Made for kids about 9 and up: the main figures are big, but the background people, sled struts and speed lines need careful work.
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?
Markers bring out the bold linocut look best, and sharp colored pencils are handy for the small spots.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Schlittenfahrt.