Starfish with Five Arms and Round Spots

A chubby cartoon starfish fills the page with five rounded arms that curve in different directions, so it looks like it is gently floating or swimming. Each arm is sectioned off from the big center body by curved lines, and every section is decorated with circles. The two large circles in the middle are the biggest, while the arms have rows of dots that shrink from large to small as they move toward the tip. The right arm bends upward at the end like a little flipper. It is a simple outline with thick, clean lines, which makes it easy for younger kids to stay inside. Try coloring each arm section a different shade, then use a contrasting color for the circles. You could also ask kids to count the spots on each arm and compare which one has the most. This free printable works well for a quiet ocean-themed activity.