Inspirational Quotes Coloring Pages | Positive PDF Printables

Welcome to our ever-growing collection of inspirational quotes coloring pages. Each free printable PDF features pictures of uplifting messages including: positive affirmations, motivational quotes, and growth mindset mantras.

This set of optimistic quotes coloring sheets is a great way to add a little inspiration to your day, whether you need encouragement through stressful times or are working on keeping a positive outlook.

Free Printable Inspirational Quotes Coloring Pages

For this collection, we illustrated our favorite motivational quotes coupled with rainbows, serene flowers, meditative mandalas, calming nature scenes, and more.

While we designed many of these quotes to color in for kids, we've also included detailed drawings for teenagers and adults, too. Print some to enjoy a little break from work, school, parenting, or life in general.

Gather your markers, colored pencils, gel pens, and a positive attitude to color something elevating and inspiring. Happy coloring!

Easy Designs for Kids

These simple coloring pages of encouragement will galvanize the very best vibes for younger artists. Use them as part of social-emotional lessons or provide them during times of stress or anxiety.

Feel-Good Chemicals: When we read or hear an inspiring quote, our brains release feel-good chemicals called endorphins. These chemicals make us feel happier and more positive.

Boosting Confidence: Quotes can help boost our confidence. Reading something like "You are braver than you believe" can make us feel stronger and more capable of facing challenges.

Creativity Boost: Quotes can spark creativity. Reading a quote like "Creativity is intelligence, having fun" can encourage us to think outside the box and try new things.

Sports and Inspiration: Athletes use inspirational quotes to get pumped up before a big game. Quotes like "Winners never quit, and quitters never win" remind them to stay focused and keep pushing toward their goals.

Classroom Encouragement: Teachers use quotes to encourage students to work hard and believe in themselves. A quote like "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams" can inspire students to dream big.

Brain Workout: Finding inspiration from quotes is like a workout for our brains. It helps us stay focused and determined, just like physical exercise strengthens our bodies.

Positive Messages For Adults and Teens

For free coloring pages in PDF format with more intricate details, relaxing patterns, and brave words, browse the collection below.

Inspirational Leaders: Great leaders often use quotes to inspire their followers. For example, John F. Kennedy’s “Ask not what your country can do for you – ask what you can do for your country” inspired many to serve their community.

History of Documenting Quotes: People have been documenting quotes for centuries. Books of quotes, called anthologies, have been created to preserve and share wise and inspiring words.

Memory Boosters: Quotes are often easy to remember because they are short and catchy. This makes them great for remembering important lessons and ideas.

Ancient Traditions: People have been sharing quotes for thousands of years. Ancient Egyptians wrote inspiring sayings on their walls to encourage people.

Art and Music: Many artists and musicians get their ideas from quotes. A quote like "Art is the lie that enables us to realize the truth" can inspire them to create beautiful works.

Positive Thinking: Reading quotes can help us develop a more positive outlook on life. Quotes like "The only limit to our realization of tomorrow is our doubts of today" remind us to stay optimistic.

Motivational Quotes Coloring Pages

Need a pep talk? Our motivational coloring pages are filled with uplifting quotes and pictures that'll give you a much-needed boost of positivity. 

These inspiring images feature empowering messages that’ll encourage kids and adults of all ages to practice a growth mindset and keep pushing forward. Get ready to color your way to a brighter, more motivated you!

Positive Coloring Pages

Boost your mood and brighten your day with our collection of positive affirmations coloring pages. Each free printable PDF is bursting with beautiful illustrations and powerful affirmations, kindness quotes, and motivational messages that'll make you feel like a million bucks.

Whether you need a quick mindfulness activity or a daily dose of confidence, these cheerful pictures are the perfect pick-me-up. 

Quotes about Gratitude Coloring Pages

Gratitude is the best attitude! And our collection of grateful coloring pages will help you foster more of it. Each free printable PDF is loaded with reminders to be thankful, like inspiring quotes, positive affirmations, and mantras that'll make you say, "Thanks!"

Print some of these coloring sheets for a quick and easy craft for Thanksgiving. Or, use them to work on having a sunnier outlook and appreciate all the good stuff in your life. 

Color Meditation and Mindfulness Sayings Coloring Pages

For these mindfulness coloring pages, we illustrated a bunch of calming designs with zen-inspired quotes. You’ll find mesmerizing mandalas, tranquil floral patterns, and meditative messages to color.

Whether you're looking to start a daily self-care routine or need a creative way to chill out, these peaceful pictures foster a glass-half-full attitude.

Christian Phrases Coloring Pages

Lift your spirits with our series of Bible verse coloring pages that feature Christian quotes, scripture, and messages of God’s love. 

Use our faith-filled images for a Sunday activity to strengthen faith in the Lord. Or, send some spiritual encouragement to your college kids on their educational journey.

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Craft Ideas to Make With Quotes Coloring Sheets

Turn our inspirational quotes coloring pages into something meaningful with these unique craft activities.

Grab your coloring pencils and let's create daily reminders of optimism, one colorful quote at a time!

1. Shields of Strength

Making DIY shields is a creative way to explore themes of history and resilience.

Complete motivational quote coloring pages that speak to strength and courage.

Cut a shield shape out of cardboard and paint it in colors that complement your quotes. 

Once dry, attach your colored quotes to the shield. Add extra symbols or images that represent personal strength. 

Display the shields in a classroom or at home to inspire confidence and inner strength.

2. Hang Your Hopes

Foster an atmosphere of respect and peace with colored quote door hangers.

Find a printable quote that resonates with positivity or encouragement and color it in. 

Cut the quote out and glue it to a sturdy, rectangular piece of cardboard. (Try cutting up a cereal box!)

Decorate the edges with additional designs or positive affirmations.

Hang your handmade door art to welcome visitors.

3. Chimes of Change

Carry the gentle whispers of encouragement and inspiration to any indoor or outdoor space with DIY wind chimes.

Color inspiring quote coloring pages and cut them into strips. 

Punch a hole in the top of each strip and attach a pretty ribbon. 

Then, punch a hole in the bottom of each strip and attach a small bell. (Try jingle bells!)

Make a small hoop out of a metal clothes hanger or wire. Attach the strips to the ring. Add feathers, beads and charms for extra decoration. 

Hang your creation by a sunlit window or on your porch to enjoy moments of meditation and mindfulness.

4. Pin Your Passions

Turning motivational quotes into wearable badges is a fantastic way to carry and spread messages of hope and encouragement during little breaks throughout your day. 

Fill our free printables with vibrant colors and patterns. Cut out small small circles.

Attach the cutouts to adhesive pin backs or encase them in button badges.

Wear your personalized pin on bags, and jackets, or display it on your bulletin board.

5. Ornaments of Optimism

Create customized Christmas ornaments from colored sheets to decorate with purpose and positivity.

Choose designs from our printable quote pages and print them at 20% scale. Color them in festive colors.

Trim the colored quotes into shapes like stars, hearts, or circles. On the back, write positive quotes or your favorite bible verse. Laminate to protect them.

Punch a hole at the top and thread through a ribbon for hanging. 

Hang your darling decorations on your Christmas tree or use them as gift tags. 

6. Dream Boards

Make a vision board for your classroom to visualize aspirations and dreams.

Have students select uplifting quotes from our free printable coloring pages that resonate with their goals. 

Children should color the quotes using vibrant markers or gel pens.

Surround the motivational quotes with images, photographs, and cut-outs that represent the kids’ aspirations. 

This dream board is an ideal project for times of new beginnings, such as the New Year or the start of a school year. 

7. Markers of Motivation

Hand out bookmarks to promote literacy and spread positivity in your community. 

Choose the perfect quote from our coloring pages and color them.

Cut the colored pages into bookmark-sized strips (2 x 6 inches). Laminate them for durability. 

Punch a hole at the top and thread a ribbon through for a finishing touch. 

These bookmarks are the perfect way to encourage kindness among children and young adults.

8. Sipping on Sentiments 

Crafting personalized coasters can encourage positive thoughts and add a little inspiration to your coffee!

Print coloring pages at 20-25% scale. After coloring your chosen quotes, cut them into squares or circles large enough to fit a glass on top. 

Glue the cutouts onto cardboard of the same size. Once dry, apply a layer of sealant like Modge Podge to protect the surface. 

These coasters are a great way to personalize a housewarming or Mother’s Day gift.

9. Hopes and Dreams Catcher

Create dream catchers to celebrate significant events like Martin Luther King Jr. Day or Black History Month. 

Begin by printing and coloring your favorite quotes, focusing on themes of dreams and empowerment. (Printing each page at 25% scale will allow you to hang a few from your dream catcher.)

Cut the colored quotes into shapes and punch a hole in the top of each one.

Make a hoop using wire or a metal clothes hanger. Weave yarn around the hoop to create a web. Then, tie your colored quotes around the edge.

Add feathers and beads for additional decoration. 

This craft is a thoughtful gift for a friend who’s headed into a new chapter in their life.

10. Growth Mindset Gardens

Blend gardening with the joy of personal growth by making a personalized planter. 

Choose free coloring pages in PDF format and color them in vivid colors. Cut the quotes to fit the size of your plant pot. 

Apply a layer of decoupage glue to the pot’s surface and wrap your design around it. Seal with another layer of glue. 

Caring for plants mirrors personal growth, making them a great gift for anyone on a journey of self-improvement.

11. Reflections of Resilience

Apply motivational decals to your mirror to start every day with a self-esteem boost. 

Color positive messages from our free quote coloring pages.

Trim your designs into small shapes like flowers, hearts, and stars. If you’re hanging your artwork in a bathroom, consider laminating to waterproof it. 

Use double-sided tape to secure your cutouts to a mirror. Smooth out any bubbles. 

Every reflection is an opportunity for self-love, especially during times of self-doubt or stressful times.

12. Gratitude and Goals Garland

Make a banner of blessings as a reminder of what you’re grateful for and what you hope to achieve.

Color quotes pages that resonate with your gratitude and ambitions. (Print them at 25% to make a smaller garland.) Cut each page out. Punch a hole in both top corners. 

On the back of each, write personal goals for the year ahead and things you’re grateful for. 

String them together using jute and decorate your home or classroom for the New Year.