Our history began in 1492 when Christopher Columbus discovered America.

This American history timeline for kids helps teach the important events that shaped the United States. Early explorers, the Revolution, US Presidents, American inventors and other famous people are just a few of the many free, printable coloring pictures and pages in this section. Enjoy these Christopher Columbus coloring pages!

Christopher Columbus coloring pages are fun, but they also help kids develop many important skills. These skills, eye-hand coordination, color concepts, picture comprehension, form the foundation for early learning success. Kids who color generally acquire and use knowledge more efficiently and effectively.