Color Your Own Pride Flags Printable

Books & Language Arts
History & Social Studies
Grades 6-8
Grades 4-5
Grades 1-3
All Ages

Celebrate pride all year long with color your own printables! Discuss the meaning behind the various pride flags and how they’ve changed over time to be more inclusive and representative.

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Materials

Watercolor
Glitter

Printer Paper & Printer

Crayons/Markers/Colored Pencils

Instructions

Step 1.

Download and print the Pride Flag template by clicking the “Download Template” button above.

Step 1.

Download and print the Pride Flag template by clicking the “Download Template” button above.

Step 2.

Paint, decorate, glitter, or color each pride flag, then make one that represents who you are and what makes you proud!

Step 2.

Paint, decorate, glitter, or color each pride flag, then make one that represents who you are and what makes you proud!

Teacher's Corner

Wave your colors proudly and follow the bright history of the Pride flag!

Lesson Objectives

Symbol of Pride: The rainbow flag represents equality, specifically in the LGBTQ+ community. It was first designed in 1978 in San Francisco by the artist Gilbert Baker. Originally the flag had eight colors, but eventually pink was removed and turquoise was replaced by royal blue. There are all kinds of representations of this flag today! Which have you seen?
Every Shade of You: All the colors on the rainbow flag colors represent a value: Red for life, orange for healing, yellow for sunlight, green for nature, blue for harmony, and violet for spirit. Together, these colors symbolize diversity across all genders, races, ages, and religions.

Follow-up Discussion

Gather around for story time with Ms. Linda while she reads Pride: The Story of Harvey Milk and the Rainbow Flag. This read-aloud story shares the historic origins of the rainbow flag and Milk’s vision for a world of equality.