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Bring Barnaby's awesome skateboard tricks to life with your favorite colors! This fun coloring page is based on the story of the neighborhood's coolest dog.
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Barnaby was a very cool dog. He lived in a blue house with a big green yard.
Barnaby had a pair of shiny black sunglasses. He wore them every single day when the sun was out.
When Barnaby walked down the street, everyone looked at him. He did not bark at the neighborhood cats.
Instead, he just gave them a slow and friendly nod. He liked to be nice to everyone he met.
Barnaby knew how to ride a small wooden skateboard. He could also balance a crunchy treat on his nose.
He was the only dog in town who could do that. Everyone thought Barnaby was very special.
One sunny Saturday, there was a dog show at the park. Barnaby put on his favorite bright red bandana.
He grabbed his skateboard and his cool black glasses. He was ready to show everyone his best tricks.
Many different dogs were at the park that morning. Some dogs were very fast and could jump high.
Other dogs could catch a yellow ball in the air. A few dogs could sit and stay very still for a long time.
Then it was Barnaby's turn to go to the front. He put his sunglasses on his face and waited.
The crowd started to cheer and clap for him. They liked his style and his happy face.
Barnaby hopped onto his skateboard with a big jump. He zoomed across the green grass very fast.
His long ears flew in the wind behind him. He looked like he was having a lot of fun.
At the end of the grass, he did a little flip. The crowd went wild and shouted his name.
Then he stood up on two legs and waved a paw. He looked very cool in his red bandana and glasses.
The judges talked for a few minutes. They said he was the coolest dog they had ever seen.
They gave him a big gold ribbon and a new toy. Barnaby wagged his tail and licked the judges.
Barnaby walked all the way home with his gold ribbon. He was the coolest dog in the whole neighborhood.
What color was the house where Barnaby lived?
What did Barnaby wear every day when the sun was shining?
How did Barnaby act when he saw the neighborhood cats?
What kind of board did Barnaby know how to ride?
What was the special trick Barnaby could do with a crunchy treat?
What did Barnaby put on his neck for the dog show?
What were some other dogs at the park able to do?
What happened to Barnaby's ears when he zoomed across the grass?
What did Barnaby do on two legs after his skateboard flip?
What two things did the judges give Barnaby for being the coolest dog?
More ways to practice with this story — every sheet is built from the text itself, answer key included where it counts.
One PDF with a cover, a contents page and every answer key at the back — color the page in, then keep going on paper.
Sentences from the passage with the capitals and punctuation removed — rewrite each one correctly.
Match the passage words to their meanings, then fill the missing words back into real sentences.
Two writing tasks that build on the passage, with plenty of lines to write on.
This free printable coloring page features Barnaby, a very special dog who loves wearing sunglasses and riding his skateboard. Designed specifically for lower elementary students, this activity combines a fun fiction passage with a creative outlet. It is a perfect resource for teachers and parents looking for engaging ways to improve reading fluency while providing a relaxing artistic break.
Our coloring pages are created with clear, bold outlines and open spaces, making them ideal for young learners using crayons, markers, or colored pencils. By pairing the story of Barnaby with this illustration, children can practice reading comprehension in a way that feels like play. This set is a great addition to any pets-themed lesson plan or a rainy day activity at home.
Simply download and print this page to start your educational adventure. You can use the passage to talk about key details, such as Barnaby's special red bandana or his shiny gold ribbon. This printable format ensures you have a high-quality, ready-to-go resource for literacy centers, early finishers, or supplemental reading practice.