Celebrate scientific discovery and creativity with our National Science Week: Colouring Pages! This inspiring set of themed colouring sheets offers students a chance to reflect on the legacy and wonder of science through bold line art and symbolic illustrations. Aligned with the 2025 National Science Week theme, these pages encourage students to connect with the spirit of exploration in a fun, hands-on way.

Each sheet features a scientist or science-related symbol that ties into key discoveries, inventions, or natural phenomena. Students can colour these pages mindfully while thinking about the scientific contributions behind each image. Whether used during quiet time, as part of a rotation, or alongside a related hands-on activity, these sheets are a versatile addition to any National Science Week program.

Once completed, the artwork can be displayed to create a vibrant gallery celebrating student learning and curiosity. These pages also offer a great launching point for science discussions, biographies, or extension writing activities focused on famous scientists and their discoveries.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Engage with National Science Week themes through creative expression
• ✅ Reflect on scientific contributions and discoveries
• ✅ Develop fine motor skills through detailed colouring
• ✅ Make connections between art, history, and science
• ✅ Promote curiosity and awareness of science in everyday life

What’s Included:

• A selection of science-themed colouring pages
• Illustrations inspired by scientific concepts and famous scientists
• Printable black-and-white designs suitable for all ages

Materials Needed:

• Printed colouring sheets (choose one or multiple for each student)
• Coloured pencils, markers, or crayons
• Optional: display board or space for sharing student work

How to Use:

1. Start with a class discussion about National Science Week and the current year’s theme.
2. Distribute the colouring pages and encourage students to work thoughtfully and creatively.
3. Play science-themed music or podcasts to deepen engagement while colouring.
4. Encourage students to reflect on the scientific contribution shown on their page.
5. Display the finished artworks to celebrate student learning during National Science Week.

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Include in early finisher tubs or quiet activity rotations
• 💡 Use each page as a springboard for a science experiment or demonstration
• 💡 Turn the finished pages into a class science art gallery
• 💡 Encourage students to write a few sentences about their chosen scientist or symbol
• 💡 Pair with a science-themed read-aloud or short video clip

Top Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Print pages on slightly thicker paper for more vibrant results and display durability
• 💛 Laminate finished colouring sheets to create reusable science displays
• 💛 Use as a calming activity after experiments or high-energy lessons
• 💛 Support early writers with sentence starters for reflections or biographies

Our National Science Week: Colouring Pages offer a creative and thoughtful way for students to engage with science history and inquiry. They support literacy, discussion, and artistic expression while highlighting the contributions of scientists across time.

Be sure to check out our other National Science Week resources!