Coloring tips

• •Try using a vibrant green or turquoise for the mermaid's scales and a warm skin tone for her face and arms.
• •This simple illustration with its thick, bold lines is ideal for toddlers and preschoolers aged 3–5 to practice staying within the lines.
• •Use your favorite markers to fill in the large areas of the tail first, then use a thin colored pencil for the fish's eyes.