From national parks to mermaids, these coloring books make great gifts and are perfect for relaxing and family fun!
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Well, we've always enjoyed coloring books and just like watching a movie or having a game night, they're a fun way to relax!
Whether you like to color solo or spend time with friends and family, coloring is always in style!
I remember as a kid the absolute joy of opening up a coloring book and deciding on which page to turn into my latest coloring masterpiece!
The best was when there was a brand new box of crayons with sharpened points in the house, just waiting to bring my imagination to life! Every page in a coloring book was filled with potential and so many options!
Whether it was coloring in the images with a light shading or pressing harder to get a fully saturated look, the satisfaction that came with the finished project was just as fabulous as the fun and creative thought that went along with the process!
Coloring books have really evolved over time to include options for older kids, teens and adults! We typically have at least two coloring books on or near our dining room table and ready for a spur of the moment relaxation break!
Well, here we've put together a variety of coloring books that will appeal to all ages!
The Best Coloring Books for Kids, Teens and Adults
In addition to adults, older kids and teens who are interested in art and architecture will most definitely find this hand-drawn coloring book a very tempting option!
Every page highlights a different national park whose art was contributed by some of the world's foremost contemporary artists!
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One of our very favorite parts to this gorgeous book are the full color original images of the WPA posters at the back of the book. The images are absolutely stunning!
Here's why we absolutely loved this National Parks coloring book:
High quality pages and cover (heavier weight)
Descriptions included for each park (great learning resource!)
Includes all 63 United States National Parks
Full color original images at the back of the book
Beautiful, gift-worthy book
Marvel Avenger superheroes are more popular now than ever and this 96 page coloring book is a fabulous pick for your Marvel superhero fan!
I can personally attest to the relaxing factor after filling in the intricate details and patterns that await within the pages of these Wonders coloring books!
Click to see more of Millie Marotta's amazing nature-inspired illustrated coloring books!
There’s just something about this fun, round tabby cat that puts a smile on everyone's face!
Cat lovers will welcome these Pusheen Coloring Books into their collection and have plenty of fun coloring in the pages featuring this whimsical kitty!
For all things Pusheen, see the latest here!
Each page highlights a world class city and features places and elements that each city is known for!
7. The Original Reverse Coloring Books
The beautifully hued pages will inspire you to pick up a Le Pen and create the image that comes to mind! Where some see florals, others will see people or animals.
Create scenes or doodles using the brilliantly colored pages for inspiration!
Art of Coloring: Disney Villains are here to add some crafty and cunning flare to your coloring book collection!
These fun and devious pieces of art is an extra good idea for Disney fans and of course, Halloween!
Magical, intricate designs and illustrations of your favorite villain characters will make this an instant classic!
This fan favorite also has bonus activities to go along Lightning McQueen, Mater and all of the other Cars stars from all three Disney Cars movies!
If Chunky cell phones, butterfly clips and pop culture from the '90s is your thing, this is a super fun choice!
Whether you lived through it and want to walk down memory lane or know a younger artist who loves vintage, this Totally '90s Coloring Book is a blast!
11. Sweet Treats Coloring Book
Got a sweet tooth? Love to indulge in a little coloring while you make some hot chocolate or nibble on a cake-pop? Well, then this Sweet Treats option is the coloring book for you!
Filled with illustrations of every yummy confection you could want, bring these delightful desserts to life with your Sweet Treat Coloring Book!
12. Worlds of Wonder: A Coloring Book for the Curious
We absolutely adore this Worlds of Wonder coloring book! There is so much to look at and the intricate illustrations will definitely captivate your artist!
Whether you know a tween, teen or adult who enjoys coloring, this book will appeal to all who enjoy details and imaginative things and places!
A fun coloring book for the younger unicorn fan, Unicorn Coloring Book has 101 illustrations that kids love!
Dinosaurs are fascinating and paleontologists are continually finding out more about them! Movies such as Jurassic Park have given us one picture of their appearance, but science continues to find out more about what they really looked like!
Well, this Dinosaur coloring book for kids is the perfect opportunity for your future paleontologist to find out more and let their imagination run wild!
Uplifting and engaging, this fabulous coloring book is filled with positive messages to build girls' self-esteem and enjoy creating in the process!
With more than 32,000 5-star reviews, this book makes a great gift too!
Have a fan of Harry Potter in the house? This Harry Potter Coloring Book is filled with magical inspiration and detailed images that are will provide hours of artistic fun!
Original Kawaii style Mandala art makes this unique premium coloring book a super fun choice!
Reviewers love the cute, fun designs that are easy to color!
18. Mermaid Coloring Book
There are great mermaid coloring books for kids of all ages! The above Mermaid Coloring Book has sweet images that the younger set will adore!
19. Notebook Doodles: Super Cute Animal Coloring Book
If you're looking for a lighthearted option for coloring, these super cute Doodle Notebooks are fabulous!
Chock full with adorable illustrations begging to be brightened by your skillful coloring, these Super Cute Notebook Doodles will instantly cheer your day!
Filled with relaxing and homey coloring book art, you can just feel the relaxing vibe as you color the pages! See more of the gorgeous coloring book here!
21. 100 Animals for Toddlers Coloring Book
There is only one image per page, so no bleed through which is a big plus for coloring books!
With plenty to choose from, these books are so much fun! Each themed book has plenty of pages with mosaic-style stickers to 'paint' in the pictures!
Paint by Sticker has books for kids like this Unicorn book and for adults (we have this Travel one) so there are different levels to find the right book for your artist!
If you are looking for a fun coloring book for a younger artist, but really want to avoid a lot of prep or clean up, these Color Wonder books are the perfect choice!
All you need is water and a brush to magically transform the blank page into a colorful one!
Color Wonder coloring books are also a good choice for the car or if kids are headed to the grandparents' house! No worries about spilled paint or missing crayons or markers getting on the furniture!
The Thomas Kinkade Studio has created a gorgeous collection that pairs perfectly with Disney characters!
Creative Haven has a bunch of these super cute, super fun coloring books!
There you have it! 25 of our Favorite and Best Coloring Books!
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Happy Coloring!
April & Cenzia
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updated 07/25/2023 Originally published 10/12/2022