Unicorn Cat Coloring Page

Bring Barnaby's magical transformation to life with this adorable cat-unicorn coloring page! It is the perfect companion to our story about imagination and play.

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The Magical Cat-Unicorn

Barnaby was a big, fluffy orange cat. He had a long tail and soft paws.

He liked to nap in the warm sun. He also liked to chase red dots.

One morning, Barnaby saw a book. The book had a picture of a unicorn.

The unicorn was white and had a horn. It looked very magical.

Barnaby wanted to be magical too. He looked at his reflection in a bowl of water.

He did not have a horn. He only had two pointy ears.

His friend Lily came into the room. She had a surprise for him.

It was a shiny silver horn made of foam. It had a pink ribbon.

Lily put the horn on Barnaby’s head. She tied the ribbon under his chin.

"Now you are a cat-unicorn," Lily said with a smile.

Barnaby felt very special. He stood up tall on his four legs.

He tried to gallop across the rug. He went "thump, thump, thump."

He tried to make a magical sound. He did not say "meow."

He tried to say "neigh," but it came out like a tiny squeak.

Suddenly, Barnaby saw a yellow yarn ball. He forgot he was a unicorn.

He pounced on the ball with his claws. The silver horn fell over his nose!

Barnaby shook his head fast. He looked very funny with a horn on his nose.

He looked like a cat with a long, shiny nose. Lily started to giggle.

Barnaby did not mind. He liked making Lily happy.

He rolled over on his back. He showed his fuzzy belly.

Lily gave him a bowl of milk. She called it "magic juice."

Barnaby drank all the milk. It tasted very good.

Being a unicorn was hard work. Barnaby felt very sleepy now.

He walked to his soft bed. He kept the horn on his head.

He closed his eyes and purred. He dreamed of flying over green hills.

He was the best cat-unicorn in the whole world.

Glossary
  • Reflection: The image of something as seen in a mirror or water.
  • Magical: Beautiful or exciting in a way that seems like magic.
  • Gallop: To run or move fast like a horse.
  • Pounce: To jump on something suddenly to catch it.
  • Squeak: A short, high-pitched sound.

Comprehension questions

  1. What color was Barnaby the cat?

  2. What are two things Barnaby liked to do for fun?

  3. Where did Barnaby see the picture of a unicorn?

  4. What did Barnaby notice about his ears when he looked in the water?

  5. What was the silver horn made of?

  6. How did Lily keep the horn on Barnaby's head?

  7. What sound did Barnaby make when he tried to neigh?

  8. What happened to the horn when Barnaby pounced on the yarn ball?

  9. What did Lily call the bowl of milk?

  10. What did Barnaby dream about in his soft bed?

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Magical Adventures with Printable Coloring Pages

Spark your student's imagination with our free printable coloring page featuring a cat dressed as a unicorn. This fun activity is specifically designed for lower elementary grades, combining the joy of art with a short fiction reading passage. It is an excellent resource for teachers and parents looking to build literacy skills through engaging characters like Barnaby the cat.

Our download coloring page activities are easy to use in the classroom or at home. Each worksheet provides clear outlines and open spaces, making it simple for young children to stay within the lines while expressing their creativity. Pairing the coloring sheet with the 'The Magical Cat-Unicorn' passage helps students connect visual images with the text they read.

Beyond just coloring, this resource includes a reading passage and space for comprehension discussion. Educators can use these materials to teach vocabulary and reading fluency while letting kids have fun with their favorite pets. Simply print the portrait-sized PDF and start your magical journey today!