Fox at the Zoo Coloring Page

Color Felix the Red Fox as he explores his new home at the zoo. This printable page includes a short story to help children practice reading skills.

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Felix the Red Fox

Felix was a bright red fox. He had a very big, bushy tail.

Felix lived in a new home today. He lived in a big park called a zoo.

The sun was warm on his fur. He liked the smell of the green grass.

Felix looked around his new yard. It was a very pretty place.

Felix felt a little bit shy at first. He hid behind a large gray rock.

He watched the children walk past the fence. They laughed and pointed at him.

"Look at the fox!" a little girl said. Felix twitched his small black ears.

He saw a tall tree with low branches. He thought about climbing up high.

A man in a green shirt came to the gate. His name was Sam the Keeper.

Sam had a silver bowl in his hand. The bowl was full of good food.

"Hello there, Felix," Sam said in a soft voice. Sam set the bowl down on the ground.

Felix sniffed the air with his nose. The food smelled very sweet and fresh.

Felix walked out from behind the big rock. He wagged his tail just a little bit.

He ate his snack while Sam watched him. The food made his tummy feel full.

Felix felt much better after he ate. He was not shy or scared anymore.

He knew that Sam would take good care of him.

Felix found a cozy cave made of stone. The floor was covered in soft yellow hay.

It was the perfect spot for a nap. He curled up in a tight red ball.

His big tail kept his nose warm. He closed his eyes and started to dream.

Felix loved his new home at the zoo.

Glossary
  • Keeper: A person who takes care of the animals at a zoo.
  • Twitched: Made a very quick, small movement.
  • Cozy: Feeling warm, comfortable, and safe.
  • Hay: Dried grass that animals use for food or bedding.

Comprehension questions

  1. What color is Felix the fox?

  2. Where is Felix's new home located?

  3. Why did Felix hide behind a large gray rock at first?

  4. What did the little girl say when she saw Felix?

  5. What was the name of the man who brought Felix his food?

  6. What color was the shirt that the keeper was wearing?

  7. What was inside the silver bowl that Sam carried?

  8. How did Felix's tummy feel after he finished his snack?

  9. What was on the floor of Felix's cozy cave?

  10. How did Felix keep his nose warm while he was sleeping?

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Free Printable Fox Coloring Page for Kids

Download this free printable fox coloring page to use in your classroom or at home. This activity features a simple line art drawing of a fox in a zoo habitat, paired with a reading passage about Felix the Red Fox. It is an ideal resource for lower elementary students learning about animals and habitat transitions.

Our coloring pages are designed to be easy to print and download, providing a clear black-and-white image for artistic expression. The accompanying story, comprehension questions, and glossary help build literacy and vocabulary while keeping kids engaged. This fox-themed printable is a perfect addition to any zoo animal lesson plan or rainy-day activity kit.