Round-Faced Owl Perched on a Blooming Barrel Cactus

A round-faced owl with big dark eyes perches on top of a barrel cactus and looks straight out of the page. Its chest is covered in small feather marks, and the folded wing has overlapping scalloped feathers with long streaks running down toward the tail. A large daisy-like flower with many pointed petals sits right in front of the owl, with a few closed buds beside it. Long crossed spines cover the ribbed cactus below. Behind the owl, a tall saguaro cactus with three arms stands on the right, and low hills and small cacti fade into the distance. The fine line work makes this a good fit for older kids and adults who like colored pencils. Try soft browns, tans and grays on the feathers, then use a bright pink or yellow on the flower so it stands out. A printable page like this also works well for a desert animals lesson.