A balloon, a card and a big wish! On this New Year's coloring page, a boy holds a balloon with a blank wish card attached. The card is just waiting for your wish. Print it for free and make it your own!
Why this page leaves room for your ideas
The design is simple on purpose: a boy in a sweater and pants, a big round balloon and a rectangular card on the string. That leaves lots of room for your own creativity. Write your wish on the blank card or design a New Year's greeting in fancy lettering. Fill the balloon, sweater and background with your own patterns – stripes, stars or mandala swirls.
🖨️ 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 do balloons float?
Balloons that float up on their own are filled with helium. This gas is lighter than air, so the balloon tugs upward on its string. People used to release balloons with wish cards attached. Today we know the balloon scraps end up in nature or the ocean, where animals can mistake them for food. That's why your wish balloon is best kept at home – for example as decor on your bedroom door.
Ideas with the wish balloon
Write your wish on the card, cut out the boy and balloon, and tape the picture to your door. A class can put many wish balloons together into a big New Year's wall.
Color ideas for the wish balloon
This simple balloon can handle bold ideas.
Classic red really pops.
Fill the balloon with swirls, stars or stripes.
A touch of yellow or gold makes the wish card festive.
A dark blue background with tiny stars turns it into New Year's Eve.
When to use this coloring page
A page for anyone who wants to show off their wish.
Everyone writes a wish on the card.
Many balloons make a wish gallery.
The card invites fancy writing.
A way to talk about why balloons shouldn't be released.
Balloon facts
Little facts about balloons.
This gas is lighter than air.
Balloon scraps can harm wildlife.
People first flew in them over 200 years ago.
Wish balloons make great room decor.
More wishes and resolutions to color
The Wishes & Resolutions group has a shooting star, a jar of good wishes, a time capsule and more wish-themed pages.
🌠 More from “Wishes & Resolutions”:
Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- Your own design: Lots of room for patterns and lettering.
- Putting wishes into words: The card gets thoughts onto paper.
- Caring for nature: Kids learn why balloons stay grounded.
- Quick to finish: Simple shapes for short coloring breaks.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this coloring page for?
The drawing is simple but listed for ages 9 and up, since older kids can decorate the card and balloon with their own lettering and patterns. Younger kids will do just fine with the big spaces too.
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 or markers for the shapes, plus a fine-tip pen for writing on the card.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Ballon mit Wunschkarte.