01Joseph considers what to do
Joseph considers his situation and does not want to expose Mary to public disgrace. Matthew 1:18-19.
A little color. A story to remember.
Joseph's Dream Coloring Pages
Free Joseph's Dream coloring pages with 4 cartoon designs, individual PDFs and a complete printable pack.
ZIP · 713 KB · 4 PDFs + collection PDF
Choose a scene. Make it your own.- In the collection
- 4 coloring designs
- File types
- 4 PDFs
- Original PDF sizes
- A4
- Ready when you are
- Free to download
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02An angel appears in a dream
An angel tells Joseph not to be afraid to take Mary as his wife and to name the child Jesus. Matthew 1:20-21.
03Joseph does as commanded
When Joseph wakes, he does as the angel commanded. Matthew 1:24.
04Joseph names the child Jesus
After the child is born, Joseph names him Jesus. Matthew 1:25.
From screen to coloring table
Print, color, and enjoy.
Original PDF sizes: A4. Choose your paper size and use “Fit to page” when needed.
- Choose your designDownload an individual file, or download the ZIP and extract the collection first.
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- Fit it to your paperSelect the orientation and paper size that suit the design, then “Fit to page.” Check the preview before printing.
About these coloring pages
Read, color and share the Christmas story
Follow Joseph as he considers his situation, receives an angel's message in a dream and does what the Lord commands. These child-friendly cartoon designs use bold outlines and open coloring areas for parents, teachers and children to enjoy together.
Read Matthew 1:18-25 before discussing the pictures. Each reference links to Bible Gateway so you can check the passage in context.
Choose a design
- Joseph considers what to do: Joseph considers his situation and does not want to expose Mary to public disgrace. Matthew 1:18-19.
- An angel appears in a dream: An angel tells Joseph not to be afraid to take Mary as his wife and to name the child Jesus. Matthew 1:20-21.
- Joseph does as commanded: When Joseph wakes, he does as the angel commanded. Matthew 1:24.
- Joseph names the child Jesus: After the child is born, Joseph names him Jesus. Matthew 1:25.
About the illustrations
The angel appears to Joseph in a dream. A dream cloud is a visual convention; it does not portray an angel physically standing in Joseph's room. The final naming scene takes place after Jesus' birth, not on the night of the dream. These are original AI-assisted illustrations reviewed for this collection.
Ideas for home and Sunday school
Invite children to describe what they notice. Read the linked passage aloud, then ask one simple question about the scene. Younger children can choose one picture; older children can explain how the scenes fit the account. Allow children to choose their own colors.
Download and print
Choose an individual sheet or the complete 4-page PDF. The ZIP provides the same sheets together; it does not add extra designs. WebP pictures are screen previews. Print the PDFs for clear lines and text.
Use A4 portrait. For US Letter, choose Fit to page and check the preview. Print craft sheets at a consistent size, preferably Actual size on A4, so the cards and backdrop keep their proportions.
You may print copies for your own home, classroom or church group. Please share the article link rather than distributing the files, and do not resell the designs.
More Christmas resources
Visit the Christmas Printables hub for coloring collections, a Nativity craft, sequencing cards and activities. Read the Mary and Joseph story pack alongside these pictures.
A few helpful answers
Can I download just one coloring page?
Yes. Each design has its own download link. The ZIP lets you save the collection at once.
Which file formats are included?
This collection contains 4 PDFs. Each download button shows the file type.
Which paper size should I use?
The original PDFs use A4. Choose the paper size in your printer and check “Fit to page” and the print preview.
