Carnival of the Animals – Coloring Pages with and without QR Codes

Carnival of the Animals – Coloring Pages with and without QR Codes - Camille Saint-Saëns.

This resource contains 16 black-and-white coloring pages based on the music Carnival of the Animals by Camille Saint-Saëns. Each page represents one of the musical movements, such as “The Lion,” “The Aquarium,” or “The Elephant.” The illustrations are designed for young learners and are easy to recognize.

The material is suitable for use in primary school music classes, preschool, or inclusive learning groups. It supports listening, creativity, and the connection between music and visual art.

Two versions of each page are included:

1. A basic coloring page without any additional content

2. A version with a QR code that links to an audio sample of the corresponding music piece

The QR codes make it possible for students to listen to the music independently, using a tablet or smartphone. This allows for flexible use in different classroom settings.

Target group:

• Grades 1 to 4

• Preschool

• Inclusive or special education classes

Learning goals:

• To recognize musical themes and instruments

• To associate sound and visual elements

• To express understanding of music through drawing

• To support attentive listening and creativity

Possible classroom uses:

• As part of a music listening unit

• During independent work or station learning

• As a creative extension for a music project on animals or classical music

• To support differentiation in inclusive settings

• To create a class booklet or music-themed wall display

What is included:

• 16 different coloring pages (with and without QR codes)

• PDF format, ready to print

• No background images, so students can add their own details

• Clear and simple line drawings for all musical movements

No preparation is required apart from printing the pages. The material can be used with or without digital devices. It can be used repeatedly and adapted to different music pieces or classroom projects.