Free printable Bluey coloring pages, dog themed craft projects, snacks, books and lesson plans for a Bluey party

 Hello my Omschooligans! I'm a homeschool mom from way back and now I'm Teacher Omi (grandma) to 13 Omschooligan grandkiddos! In our Omschool, we love to explore, play and learn together in the Omschool Tree Fort! Why don't you join us for today's lesson plans and activities. The topic is (drumroll..) 

Bluey, an agreed on favorite character among the youngers of the family. Bluey Heeler and her sister Bingo, and mom and dad Bandit and Chilli are dogs who interact like humans in relatable situations. Let's enjoy a Bluey party with coloring pages, craft projects, craft snacks kids can make, games and of course, story time brought together in educational lesson plans. You are welcome to print and use these activities in your homeschool or non-profit school setting. 

Bluey Coloring Sheets

You can find a variety of free printable Bluey coloring pages and craft projects from several reliable sources:

• Bluey Official Website: This is the best place to start, as it offers a wide range of official coloring sheets, DIY craft projects, recipes, and even printable Bingo cards.

• Read Brightly: They provide a comprehensive "Read and Play" activity kit that includes crafts like a piggy bank, memory games, and paper masks, alongside various coloring sheets.

• Crayola: A trusted resource that offers high-quality, printable coloring pages featuring Bluey, Bingo, and other family members.

• Little Colorables: Features a collection of over 60 high-quality, free printable PDF coloring pages, including specific scenes like the Heeler family hugging or Bandit dancing.

• SketchJoy: Offers a curated list of printable PDFs focused on different poses, actions, and "best bud" scenes from the show.

• The Works: Provides thematic coloring sheets, including special collections like Halloween-themed outfits for the characters.

• Homemade Gifts Made Easy: Offers "inspired-by" coloring pages and helpful creative tips, such as how to turn colored pages into DIY invitations, banners, or cupcake decorations.

Most of these sites provide the designs as PDF files that are easy to print on standard A4 or letter-sized paper.

Teacher Omi's Earth-Friendly Tip 🌍

Print your Bluey coloring pages on the backs of recycled scrap paper. Set your printer on grayscale to save ink, money, and trees!

Bluey party craft snacks kids can make themselves

Making "puppy-themed" snacks is a fun, hands-on activity for kids that captures the playful spirit of Bluey! Here are two recipes that are perfect for little chefs, featuring a classic human-friendly version of "puppy chow" and simple, wholesome "dog-style" biscuits that are completely safe (and tasty!) for humans to eat, too.

Chex "Puppy Chow" (Muddy Buddies)

This classic, no-bake snack is a favorite because kids love the "shaking" step. While it's called puppy chow, it’s a sweet, crunchy treat made for humans.

Ingredients:

• 6 cups Rice Chex or Corn Chex cereal

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

• 1/4 cup butter

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 1/2 to 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. Melt: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave on high for 1 minute, then stir. Continue in 30-second bursts until the mixture is completely smooth.

2. Flavor: Stir the vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture.

3. Coat: Place the cereal in a large bowl. Pour the chocolate mixture over the cereal and stir gently with a spatula until evenly coated (be careful not to crush the cereal!).

4. Shake: Pour the coated cereal into a large food-storage bag. Add the powdered sugar, seal the bag, and shake until every piece is well-dusted.

5. Cool: Spread on wax paper to cool before serving.

   
   
   

Dog biscuits pups and humans friends can enjoy

🐾 Teacher Omi's DIY Dog Biscuit Cutters

Instructions:

• Print the dog-themed cookie cutter images onto cardstock.
• For extra durability, glue the paper shapes onto recycled cereal box cardboard.
• Carefully cut out the shapes.
• Place your pattern on the dough and use a plastic knife to trace around the edges!

These biscuits use simple, wholesome ingredients. They are shaped like dog treats but use human-safe ingredients like peanut butter and oat flour. 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup oat flour (you can make this by pulsing rolled oats in a blender)

• 1/4 cup all-natural creamy peanut butter (ensure no xylitol is listed on the label)

• 1/3 cup water (add more if the dough is too dry)

• Optional: A pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor

Instructions:

1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 360°F (180°C).

2. Mix: Combine the oat flour and cinnamon in a bowl. Add the peanut butter and water, stirring until a dough forms. Knead with your hands until it sticks together.

3. Roll: Lightly flour your surface, roll the dough out, and use a cookie cutter (a bone shape is perfect!) to cut out your biscuits.

4. Bake: Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes until crispy. Let them cool completely before eating.

Dog bone sandwiches

Weiner Dog: Put your favorite hot dog style or sausage link in a bun. Give him olive slice or mustard dot eyes. Tuck two triangle crackers, pretzels or tortilla chips on either side of his head, for ears. Draw a ketchup collar. Poke a pretzel in the end for a tail. Cut baby cucumber in slices. Make tiny triangle cuts for claws. Attach to bun bottom with mustard, for feet. You can use pickles too. Use mustard or shredded carrots to make "fur." 

Cool Dog: Repeat procedure substituting a cheese stick for the hot dog. 

Buried bones 

Give each child a 

• chocolate pudding cup
• Oreo to crumble for dirt
• gummy worms
• M&Ms for rocks
• small dog biscuit shaped cookie

Let them have fun burying their bones and then eating them! 

Teacher Omi's story corner

Round out your Bluey lesson plans with further recommended reading on books about dogs. This bibliography categorizes books about dogs for various reading levels and interests.

Classic Tales & Award-Winners

• "Lassie Come-Home" by Eric Knight: The iconic story of a loyal collie’s long journey to reunite with her family.

• "Old Yeller" by Fred Gipson: A timeless, bittersweet tale about a boy and his brave, stray dog.

• "Shiloh" by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor: A Newbery Medal-winning story about a boy who protects a mistreated dog.

• "Because of Winn-Dixie" by Kate DiCamillo: A heartwarming story about how a dog helps a young girl navigate life and make new friends.

• "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford: The classic adventure of two dogs and a cat traversing the wilderness to find their home.

• "101 Dalmatians" by Dodie Smith: An exciting original adventure story featuring a family of spirited dalmatians.

Picture Books (Preschool – Grade 3)

• "Biscuit" series by Alyssa Satin Capucilli: These gentle, heartwarming stories follow a sweet, yellow puppy who loves to explore and learn new things.

• "Spot" series by Eric Hill: These interactive lift-the-flap books feature the inquisitive and adventurous puppy, Spot, as he discovers the world around him.

• "Clifford the Big Red Dog" by Norman Bridwell: The beloved series about a giant red dog and his human, Emily Elizabeth.

• "Harry the Dirty Dog" by Gene Zion: A funny, classic story about a dog who hates baths and gets into mischief. (Teacher Opi--Grandpa's favorite)

• "Go, Dog. Go!" by P.D. Eastman: A simple, rhythmic, and entertaining book often used for beginning readers.

• "The Poky Little Puppy" by Janette Sebring Lowrey: A classic Little Golden Book about a curious puppy exploring the world.

• "Hairy Maclary from Donaldson’s Dairy" by Lynley Dodd: A rhythmic, rhyming classic about a Skye terrier and his canine friends.

• "Can I Be Your Dog?" by Troy Cummings: A sweet, modern story about a homeless dog named Arfy who writes letters to potential families.

• "Gaston" by Kelly DiPucchio: A charming tale about a bulldog raised by a poodle family.

Chapter & Middle-Grade Books (Ages 8–13)

• "A Dog’s Life: The Autobiography of a Stray" by Ann M. Martin: A moving story told from the perspective of a stray puppy.

• "The Eyes and the Impossible" by Dave Eggers: A Newbery Medal-winning, art-centric tale told from a dog's witty, unique point of view.

• "I, Cosmo" by Carlie Sorosiak: A heartfelt story narrated by a golden retriever who tries to keep his family together.

• "Cracker: The Best Dog in Vietnam" by Cynthia Kadohata: A poignant story about a young soldier and his brave bomb-sniffing dog.

• "Ribsy" by Beverly Cleary: A humorous adventure about the antics of a boy and his dog in the mid-20th century. (Teacher Omi's FAVORITE from childhood!!)

Nonfiction & Activity-Based Books

• "National Geographic Kids: Everything Dogs" by Rebecca Baines: A fact-filled guide packed with canine information and photographs.

• "Dogs at Work: Good Dogs. Real Jobs." by Margaret Cardillo: A picture book exploring the many real-world jobs that dogs perform, from therapy to rescue work.

• "My Dog!: A Kids' Guide to Keeping a Happy and Healthy Pet" by various authors: A practical guide for children on how to care for a canine companion. 

  

✀ Recycle bin craft project: "Scrappy" the Puppy

This project focuses on using common household recyclables to create a cute, textured puppy.

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What You’ll Need

• Recycled Cardboard: Cereal boxes, shipping boxes, or toilet paper rolls.

• Adhesive: School glue, glue stick, or masking tape.

• Cutting Tools: Kid-safe scissors (or a plastic knife if using the biscuit template method).

• Color/Texture: Old magazines, scraps of colored paper, or markers.

• Optional: Bottle caps (for eyes), yarn scraps (for a tail).

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Steps for Little Creators

1. The Base: Take a cardboard toilet paper roll or a small rectangle of cereal box cardboard to act as the puppy's body.

2. The Shapes: Use your DIY Biscuit/Template method to trace and cut out two ear shapes, a tail, and four paw shapes from your scrap cardboard.

3. Assembly: Help the kids glue or tape the ears to the top and the tail to the back. Glue the paws to the bottom of the body base.

4. "Fur" & Decorating: This is the fun part! Let the kids tear up old magazines or construction paper into tiny pieces. Glue these "scraps" all over the body to create a colorful, textured "fur" coat.

5. Face: Use bottle caps for eyes, or draw them on with markers. You can even use a small scrap of paper to make a heart-shaped nose.

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Teacher Omi's Earth-Friendly Tip: When you're done, remember to collect all the tiny paper scraps that fell on the table and add them to your compost bin, or save them in a jar for your next collage project!