Gracefully, this whale glides beneath a huge iceberg whose true size hides deep below the water's surface — an impressive scene from the cold polar regions. Our whale and iceberg coloring page captures exactly this majestic moment, and you can print it for free right away.
Why This Coloring Page Is So Impressive
The iceberg, with its visible part above water and much larger part below, offers an exciting opportunity to depict two completely different textures. The cool tone of the ice creates a lovely contrast with the whale's warm gray.
A whale in an icy setting
A visible and a hidden part
Ice and whale skin to color
A cool, clear color world
🖨️ Step-by-Step: How to Print Perfectly
Click "Print Now" and set your printer to black & white to save ink!
Use thicker paper (100–120gsm) for markers so colors don't bleed through
A quiet spot with good light — a washable tablecloth is gold for little artists!
Talk together about how much of an iceberg might be above versus below the water!
🧊 Fun Facts About Icebergs and Their True Size
While your child colors, here's a great moment for a little story: only a small fraction of an iceberg is actually visible above the water's surface — about nine-tenths of its total mass hides below, which is exactly where the famous saying "just the tip of the iceberg" comes from. This happens because ice is lighter than water, but only slightly, so the vast majority of the iceberg stays below the waterline. Whales living in cold polar regions are perfectly adapted to such icy waters — they have a thick layer of blubber that keeps them warm, and can easily dive beneath massive icebergs. Anyone who wants to learn more about these fascinating giants of ice can explore the iceberg profile on Wikipedia together.
🎨 Creative Idea: What to Do with the Finished Picture?
Is the whale by the iceberg all colored in? It deserves a place of honor on the wall! Afterward, try a little experiment together: float an ice cube in a glass of water and watch how much of it stays below the surface. ✂️
🎨 Which Colors Suit the Whale and Iceberg?
For this icy design, cool, clear colors work beautifully! Here are our favorite color ideas for little artists:
For the whale
For the hidden lower part of the iceberg
For the visible tip of the iceberg
For the clear polar water
💡 Coloring Technique Tip: Color the larger, lower part of the iceberg in a soft blue tone while keeping the visible tip bright white — it makes the hidden giant especially clear.
📅 When Is This Coloring Page a Great Fit?
This design is a true all-rounder — here are our favorite occasions:
An impressive design for little ocean fans
Perfectly fits an icy mood
Perfect for talking about buoyancy and icebergs
An exciting design about cold seas
🧊 Fun Facts About Icebergs for Kids
While your child colors, read these facts out loud — kids love nature trivia!
About 90% of an iceberg is underwater
That's where "just the tip of the iceberg" comes from
That's how whales stay warm in cold water
That's why ice floats at all
🐋 Discover the Whole Ocean World!
The whale by the iceberg fits perfectly with our collection of big sea creatures! Combine several coloring pages and build a whole ocean world:
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- Thick Outlines: Clear lines for the whale and iceberg.
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- Suitable for All Ages: An impressive design for any whale collection.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this coloring page suitable for?
The whale at the iceberg works for children of any age — from broad base colors to finely tuned icy shades.
Is the download free?
Yes, all coloring pages on PureSketchy are 100% free for personal use, preschools, and schools.
Which coloring tools work best?
We recommend light blue and white tones for the iceberg, and gray tones for the whale.
Is there a German/English version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Ausmalbild Wal taucht unter einem Eisberg hindurch.