Color Connection activities can be printed using standard home printer paper.
Some caregivers prefer using slightly thicker paper because it can create a smoother coloring surface and help reduce marker bleed-through. Thicker paper can also make pages easier to handle during activity sessions.
The paper options listed below are simple suggestions that some caregivers find helpful when printing coloring pages at home
Printing Paper Recommendations
Everyday Printing
PrintWorks 100% Recycled Multipurpose Printer Paper 20 lb
Standard printer paper suitable for printing coloring pages at home. This recycled option provides a reliable everyday printing surface for Color Connection activities.
Recommended for Coloring
Hammermill Premium Color Copy Paper 32 lb
A thicker, smoother printer paper designed for high-quality printing and vibrant color reproduction. The heavier weight helps reduce marker bleed-through and provides a more comfortable coloring surface for activity pages.
Durable Activity Pages
PrintWorks White Cardstock – 67 lb
A thicker cardstock paper that creates stronger, more durable coloring pages. The heavier surface holds color well and helps reduce marker bleed-through, making it useful for activity sessions or repeated handling.
Quick advice (important for caregivers)
Cardstock is great, but it’s not always the easiest to feed through home printers. Thicker paper sometimes needs the printer’s manual feed tray.
That’s why the 32 lb paper will likely be your most-used recommendation, while cardstock becomes the durable upgrade option.
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A Simple Caregiver Tip:
If markers are being used, placing a sheet of scrap paper underneath the coloring page can help prevent ink from bleeding onto the surface below. Many caregivers also find that slightly thicker paper creates a smoother coloring experience and helps pages last longer during activity sessions.
Additional Recommended Supplies
Printing coloring pages on thicker paper or light card stock can make the pages easier to hold and color.
Sturdier paper also prevents tearing and allows caregivers to store finished pages as small keepsakes from shared activity moments.
Small accessories such as pencil grips, sharpeners, and simple organizers can make coloring sessions smoother and easier to manage.
These tools are optional, but many caregivers find they help reduce frustration and make activities more comfortable.
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