Letter B Coloring Page: B is for Bear (Free Printable)

Little readers can practice B and b while coloring a friendly bear seated under the letters. At the top, the uppercase B and lowercase b are thick, hollow, and simple to recognize. Below them, the bear has round ears, bright eyes, a soft muzzle, a big belly, front paws, and two large feet with toe pads. Those wide shapes work well for younger preschoolers, while the paw pads, ear centers, fur tufts, eyes, and the words B is for Bear add just enough detail for careful coloring. This alphabet printable is a good fit for ages 3 to 6 and helps children connect letter names, letter recognition, and the /b/ sound at the beginning of bear. Before coloring, have children trace the tall line and two bumps in B with a finger. In a small group, compare the two B shapes and point to each curve. Then say "B, bear" together, make a gentle bear sound, and name more B words like ball, book, banana, or bed.