Best animal coloring books for adults according to redditors
We found 82 Reddit comments discussing the best animal coloring books for adults. We ranked the 18 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 82 Reddit comments discussing the best animal coloring books for adults. We ranked the 18 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Start with this botany coloring book to learn the parts of a plant. Knowing the anatomy of a plant and flowers will help immensely. Forcing yourself to color them in detail may help you with your patience with studying and drawing the details.
If you're looking for something that's a little less dense then a straight-up anatomy book, I highly recommend The Human Brain Coloring Book.
I spent a lot of time going through advanced neuroanatomy textbooks, but the information didn't stick with me. It took me actually going through the entire coloring book and meticulously coloring every single page.
And for the record, this wasn't some crackpot idea I had, this was the required work of my college neuroscience major's neuroanatomy course.
I tell people this a lot, and it really depends on the person, but I'll try to make a list! To focus on ourselves basically means to better our confidence and our general well-being. Focusing on ourselves is basically keeping busy while improving ourselves at the same time. Because at the end of the day, we can't rely on others to lift us up. It helps to have people there, but we will always have ourselves. Focusing on ourselves means just living our lives and not worrying about trying to find another person to help fill the empty void in our hearts, but at the same time, while doing our own thing and just living life, this is when we may meet other people or potential future partners along the way. So either way, it's a win-win situation.
I know there's so much more you can do, but I hope some of these can help for now! Basically just go out there and live your life and have as much fun as possible.
Amazon here's the link Fucking Adorable - Cute Critters with foul Mouths https://www.amazon.com/dp/1537498649?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Not dick-waving, just establishing credentials: I taught a neuroanatomy lab at Berkeley for three semesters, two with Marian Diamond, and won a teaching award for my efforts, so at least hear me out.
First, have your students buy the Human Brain Coloring Book. It may sound cheesy but it really does help and Dr. Diamond put together an amazing resource.
Second, have plenty of brain specimen (human if you can get them) on hand to let students do some hands-on dissections or viewings of what a real messy organic brain looks like.
Third, most undergrads learning neuroanatomy will be pre-med, so I like to roll in a lot of case studies with MRI/CT scans, videos, etc. Blumenfeld's clinical book is great for this.
Fourth, connect the anatomy to real research going on right now. Talk about how we now don't really think Broca's area is the actual spot for the motor aspects of speech (a la Dronkers). Show DTI images, etc.
Finally, something I've been doing for public outreach seems to be a great draw and works for a first class lecture: the zombie brain. It gets students thinking about how function and behavior link to the brain using something ridiculous, but not-as-boring (you can see me give a half-drunk lecture to a few hundred people at bar at the bottom of that page... it held their attention for 30 minutes).
Good luck!
Okay, firstly a bit about me so you know my perspective. I am a 21yo film student in the UK. I came from a more technical schooling environment than creative so I struggled at the idea conception like you do.
My advice is since you like rules familiarise yourself with the do's and don'ts. Once you're comfortable with those, you should and will want to experiment. By these I mean some obvious rules like the 180degree line, rule of thirds, colour composition, MTF scale and contrast. But also screenwriting formulas. None of these are compulsory but understanding the how's and why's will help you eventually understand the occasional why not.
For creative inspiration just try and consistently write. Even without shooting the script try and regularly create a whole short story script. My favourite tool to help spark writing creativity is this: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Things-Write-Francisco-Writers-Grotto/dp/1452105448
When it comes to a film crew there are plenty of roles that are more technical than creative. Grip, spark, camera assistant, camera operator, gaffer and once you're working you'll be primarily paid for these jobs for a while before you become a cinematographer so you can develop a creative style and become a jack of all trades and hopefully be a master of one.
And nearly every filmmaker loves the gear and wants the latest and greatest but the truth is that changes and the film craft needs to be good to take advantage of that quality gear.
I'm willing to answer any further questions. As I mentioned I don't have the greatest experience but being in a position similar to yours 5years ago I feel my words have some value.
This?
https://www.amazon.com/Marine-Biology-Coloring-Book-Second/dp/006273718X
It's a little silly but I really loved the coloring book version: http://www.amazon.com/The-Human-Brain-Coloring-Book/dp/0064603067
This book for Evolutionary psychology seems quite good as it is published by the Cambridge University Press, although I have not studied much on evolutionary psych. Also, anything by Frederick Toates is very well written, and we use this book in my biological psychology lectures at university and has a lot of neuroscience in it.
However, textbooks can unavoidably be quite expensive (even though you can sell them afterwards, getting the initial cash can be hard without a student loan). As an alternative, you might want to look at the A Graphic Guide series. I read the Introducing Psychology one during my A levels when I didn't have much money and found it really useful, although a bit short. There is one specific to evolutionary psychology, too.
Finally, a researcher at my university told me about this book, written by one of his lecturers, that helps you to understand more about the anatomy of the brain. It is a colouring book where you colour in each different region of the brain, but each page gets more specific about each brain region. The book isn't that expensive either. Here is a link. :)
Hope this helps, and good luck on your psychology quest :D
touch screen gloves
Harry Potter cook book
Auto room freshener
towel basket, home decor
popcorn maker
Funny cooking ladle
famous painting socks
constellation mug
LED room lights
bath bomb set
paradoy coloring book
book, hidden safe
Hope those help!
This is actually a great coloring book with lots of good information:
https://www.amazon.com/Marine-Biology-Coloring-Book-Second/dp/006273718X
For me, that would be this one \^\^
Good luck with your further studies & good on you that you're already participating in your first paper!
(Not going to make a stupid joke a propos botany & graphics by linking to [this book](
http://www.amazon.com/Botany-Coloring-Book-Paul-Young/dp/0064603024/ref=pd_bxgy_14_img_3?ie=UTF8&refRID=0Z8CHXDBK6BC1PTHJX9P) - but by saying this, I already did.)
I pick this one.
Slightly [nsfw]
Fucking Adorable - Cute Critters with foul Mouths https://www.amazon.com/dp/1537498649/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_5vm3DbQMHPK8F
This is a little different, but I think it really give much more than simply reading. It looks odd sitting on the shelf in college bookstores next to the other text books, but it really is recommended in many university programs.
Yup Yup! https://smile.amazon.com/Fucking-Adorable-Cute-Critters-Mouths/dp/1537498649/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=fucking+adorable+coloring+book&qid=1550703170&s=gateway&sr=8-3
I find coloring very therapeutic. Especially when it's cute animals that swear.
F*cking Adorable - Cute Critters with foul Mouths https://www.amazon.com/dp/1537498649/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_VdlBCbQ19FTVC
Blumenfeld's Neuroanatomy Through Clinical Cases is the classic text, and deservedly so.
The Human Brain Coloring Book is a fun, but surprisingly educational and detailed, resource.
Got abook similiar to this fine thing for university. Best Textbook, I ever bought.
You may want to look into the 642 Things to Write About series. I've pasted a link to the original book as well as a couple that are advertised as being for young writers:
https://www.amazon.com/Things-Write-Francisco-Writers-Grotto/dp/1452105448/
https://www.amazon.com/642-Things-Write-About-Writers/dp/1452127840/
https://www.amazon.com/642-Big-Things-Write-About/dp/1452154759/
There are a few coloring books that do this pretty well if you’re into that. This is a pretty popular one.
Send something like this or any other book in that series. I loved them when I was a kid. Learn and color at the same time.
Bullet journaling is very therapeutic and requires very few items. (Bullet journal, stencils, pens/colors, and stickers) all can be bought on amazon for under $20 or can get most of the supplies at dollar tree. Amazon has many great bullet journals for under $6. It helps you get your thoughts together and can feel empowering as it gets you more in tune with your thoughts and habits. my bullet journal but if you search bullet journals they have them with so many different pretty covers. This is also the size of a regular notebook as I like to make my things big.
journal stickers these stickers are my favorite as they are empowering and cheap. But I also buy stickers from dollar tree and michaels (michaels has washi tape for .33 each and sales on the tape and stickers all the time)
Cross stitch or crochet is another great craft to learn that doesn’t cost a lot or need a ton of supplies.
Diamond painting kits look like fun and get great reviews.
Scrapbooking can be a lot of fun and remind you of happy times but is more costly and uses more materials than the others.
Adult coloring books are my favorite art stress reliever; you can get a cute book for under $7 and then whatever coloring medium you prefer (I love crayons) my favorite coloring book
2nd favorite coloring book
I hope these ideas help and ask any questions you may have. 💕💕💕
Fucking Adorable - Cute Critters with foul Mouths
Actually, in certain areas of biology, coloring is considered an essential part of college-level courses. Many classes in the following fields at top universities will require the linked coloring books as textbooks:
Cute Critters With Foul Mouths
these [three](https://www.etsy.com/listing/466923621/im-not-a-psychopath-im-a-high?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=I%27m%20Not%20A%20Psychopath,%20I%27m%20A%20High%20Functioning%20Sociopath.%20Do%20Your%20Research%20Mug,%20Quote%20Mug%20(M994-rts&ref=sr_gallery_1) things would be a nice combo. not sure what exactly you're looking to spend or anything. any of them separately would be nice, too, probably.
sorry my other comment got deleted for affiliate links, i think i did it right this time! (not trying to affiliate with anything)
The Biology Coloring Book -- life is about using the whole box of crayons, literally.
/u/Candroth would like this too, I think. =D
I was talking about the Pearson coloring books. This is the book we used for assignments in my freshman biology class and This is the book we used in my Anatomy and Physiology class. I actually asked for this one for my birthday not realizing it was the same line of books.
I did the same for neuroanatomy, I used this book, some of my classmates thought I was stupid for using it, but it's really helpful and easy. Coloring the structures while repeating the name as Buddhist monks pray really helped.
Curse word book
I would love this one because I start college next week and need all the help I can get!
I summon /u/fallax because she would love this one because sets obsessed I tells ye!
And don't forget kids, Life is about using the whole box of crayons.
I got it from amazon! :)
Great thinking. Coloring is one of the things the does to self-soothe, so this is perfect. I chose this one:
https://www.amazon.com/Cute-Llamas-Coloring-Book-Gorgeous/dp/179276362X/ref=pd_sbs_14_6/131-6931826-7786167
In all honesty, the happiest thing I can tell you about my school career is that this December it should all be over! I have been looking forward to finishing my schooling for so long. I am in my 9th semester (only needed one extra over the 4 years, woo!) of getting my Biology degree. I have been gaining experience and networking at my local zoo. Soon, I can be done with classes and hopefully find a full-time position working at a zoo, which is all I want in life. Well, maybe not all, but a damn good portion of it! My entire college career has been leading me to this point, and I have never been more excited.
And this last year, what I am calling my senior year (even if it DID contain 3 semesters), has been the Most wonderful time ever. I have met so many awesome friends and done so many neat things.
Good luck to you, and any other returning students, for a wonderful year!
I have quite a few school related things, actually, and that's WITHOUT trying to make a stretch! I have this(for obvious reasons), this would be a cool study tool, oh, and this relates to my studies too!
from your list it's the osma Alum Block (which we already purchased cause hubby and I treated him to a safety razer set for his birthday)
from my lists..
hmm
these science colouring books are the most amazing things I've stolen off someone else's wishlists :D
YES. Omg I thought I was the only one.
I grew up LOVING science, but my main talent, from as soon as I could hold a crayon, was art. I loved science, read Carl Sagan in high school, and wanted to learn more, but I couldn't get into the science classes I wanted because I didn't have the math. I figured I couldn't do math and science, that I was "right-brained," so I went into art. I got a huge scholarship to one of the top illustration schools in the country, but I soon dropped out because I knew what it wasn't what I wanted. Once art became work, it wasn't fun anymore. It's been 11 years and I still haven't done art since.
I spent a lot of my 20's trying to figure out who I was and what I wanted, and I stumbled upon anthropology while working at Babies R Us. I had a strong maternal instinct, and a lot of my friends were having kids, and I spent a lot of time observing people's parenting practices and the consumerist culture that surrounds parenthood and infancy. One day I was reading one of the books behind the registry counter, and I saw that an anthropologist was referenced when discussing the controversial issue of cosleeping. I was like wow! I didn't realize you could use anthropology to approach these problems! Before long, I knew that I wanted to be an anthropologist, and that this goal would require that I go back to school.
I've had to learn a lot more science, but since my minor was psych I actually wasn't required to take that much biology, so now that I'm done, I still have a lot of catching up to do before grad school. I did not do that well in chemistry in high school, and IMO my biology class wasn't that great. Plus it was 11 years ago so I don't remember much. So I've been playing a lot of catch-up and will have to continue to do that before I head off to grad school. (Taking a year off.)
I also realize now that I was a victim of societal sexism that holds girls back in the sciences. Now that I have taken anatomy and neuroscience, I understand that there's no such thing as "right brain/left brain," and that I can learn math -- I just have to start at the beginning and be patient with myself, because I've got an entire academic career full of shitty teaching to make up for. I gained a lot of confidence when I took a medical statistics course to fulfill my quantitative reasoning requirement. (By doing this, I actually didn't have to take any algebra for undergrad...one reason I am taking a year off before grad school, because I really should know Algebra.)
One of the greatest things ever, and what helps me not feel regretful that I didn't "try harder" to learn math in my youth, is because now we have Khan Academy, which I cannot recommend enough. The reason it is awesome is because, if you don't get something, you can stop the video and watch that part over and over again until you get it, before you move on to the next part. This is important because math is structural -- it builds on itself. This explains why kids fall behind in math in school. All you have to do to move on to the next level is get a 60% -- A D- right? That leaves 40% of the information from the previous year that you are going into the next class not knowing. Eventually, those holes add up to the point where you have no idea what is going on at all, which is what happened to me.
So I don't know how you get into an anthro grad program with an undergrad degree in the arts, but I am sure it is possible because anything is. I imagine you'll want to start by learning some stuff that you would have learned as an anthro major in undergrad. It sounds like you are interested in bioanth -- right? Luckily, even if you are more of a "hard science" anthropologist (as opposed to a cultural anthropologist), you usually don't have to know a ton of math and science. Not at the undergrad level, anyway. It helps, and there are areas of biological anthropology -- such as epigenetics, endocrinology, nutrition, and taphonomy (how stuff decays) -- that are more technical, and will involve some biochem. My program did require me to take a 5-credit science seminar with a lab component, which most students fulfilled with a field school. But honestly, most of what you're going to be doing is reading journal articles. Once you get used to reading those, you'll just start absorbing stuff that way. They will teach you the more technical science stuff that you need to know for your field in grad school, and most of that is taught by doing readings and discussion. It's not at all like how they teach in biology or medical school.
I also want to tell you that your art background will be more valuable to you in science than you probably realize right now. The BEST scientists are the ones who can think creatively, are curious, and know how to follow a hunch or an idea through to the truth. There is something that artists and scientists very much in common about the way they think about the world, and that is that they are very, very observant. They (or I should say "we") notice things that other people don't. This is INVALUABLE. The next step is to harness that noticing and curiosity and organize it into a methodology that tests hypotheses and solves problems, and to learn a bit of critical thinking skills.
Also, something that I know that many people don't realize about artists, is that they know how to do big projects, and that is a huge part of doing science. One of the things that graduate schools want to see in a potential student is that they can form a testable hypothesis, design a good study, and follow through with the entire project. This was one of the other reasons I didn't succeed in art school. I didn't know how to start a project, break it down into manageable pieces, and persevere at it until it was finished. In art or in science, this part is honestly not about intelligence or talent, but about perseverance. Especially when you hit inevitable roadblocks. (Funding rejections, lost data, field site access problems, etc.)
And of course, your writing skills will help you a lot. So many students in the sciences never really learn how to communicate. Writing for science is definitely different than what you're probably used to, but personally I love it because it is very precise. And frankly I think it is a lot easier to go from creative writing to technical rather than the other way around. But then again, I'm a water color artist who has a hard time with oils, and everyone tells me that water colors are harder for most people lol.
Now, as far as integrating art and anthropology, this is something I've thought about but never done because it doesn't really appeal to me. I honestly just want to do research. However, I do think about ways in which I would incorporate art into my learning if I had the time. I have thought about asking my professors if I could come into the lab during my time off to just sketch the different skulls and skeletons in our collection. Doing this would really help imprint on your memory the differences in morphology that separate the gracile australopithecines from the robust ones, etc. I saw a series of sketchbook entries on tumblr a few months ago that were amazing and made me want to do the same.
You might also consider going into making recreations of the different hominids for museums. My background is in painting/drawing -- I've done pretty much NO 3-D art. But if this is attractive to you, and you get good at it, it could be really fulfilling!
http://scienceyfeels.tumblr.com/post/83483113653/theolduvaigorge-sculpting-science-by-alexa
Also, a great way for you to start learning, since you are a visual person, is to go pick up the Human Evolution Coloring Book and, if you are so inclined, the Anatomy Coloring Book. (There's a physiology one too, if you think you might go into one of the more cellular/chem-oriented subfields.) I know it sounds like a kid thing, but these books are college-level in terms of technical content, and get this -- You know where I first heard about them? I was listening to a lecture from Berkeley. I shit you not! lol! Ivy league kids are sitting in their classrooms, coloring in coloring books. Personally, I make copies of each page so I can do the same page as many times as I like.
Also, if you do the more hardcore bio route, I highly recommend Crash Course Biology and Crash Course Chemistry.
Good luck! I think this is awesome and definitely keep us updated on your journey!
Okay this is going to sound lame, but its the greatest thing ever. [Coloring books](http://www.amazon.com/Human-Evolution-Coloring-HarperCollins-Childrens/dp/0062737171 "woohoooo!").
The human evolution coloring book has a whole section on genetics. It's college level overview. And it' super fun. My 2nd level professor made us all get this book as a supplement to our other texts.
Oh let's see....I have this thing because they are yummy and delicious and the last time I had them I almost finished off the whole bag in a day!!
Then there is this thing because I love to curse and cross stitch!
There are also several of these things on my list because I love to curse and color! Also I'm on the last page of my current swear word coloring book :(
And I have lots of these things on my list because my toesies get cold in the winter and this is a supercute way to keep them warm!!
Tokidoki
Sweary
And bonus:
Sweary Sequel
Here ya go
uno
dos
tres
Quattro
There is a colouring book that might help. No, seriously.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0064603067
Also, here are some links to things that helped me out:
http://thejohnfox.com/2016/05/story-idea-generator/
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1452105448/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483422424&sr=8-1&pi=SL75_QL70&keywords=642+things+to+write+about
https://www.skillshare.com/classes/writing/Mini-Class-Flash-Fiction-How-to-Tell-Pint-Sized-Stories/2104850910?via=search-autocomplete
Well I am doing more writing and journaling as part of my anxiety management & dealing with stress, so this writing prompt book would be really helpful for me: http://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1452105448/ref=aw_wl_ov_dp_1_10?colid=3CRZNQGOYT91N&coliid=IX93IXTMEYIAO
Let's be real, who doesn't need this
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0064603067/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1502025908&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=neurology+coloring+book&dpPl=1&dpID=51GPDrzBTwL&ref=plSrch#immersive-view_1502025960597
I like the Creative Haven Midnight series where there is a fair amount of pre-filled black in the pictures. Makes for dramatic coloring pages.
Amazon
one of my pictures
I picked up a book a little while back that I haven't used as much as I should:
642 Things to Write About
Cow string lights OR her very own cow bell OR a cow blanket - I'm sure you can fins cheaper options. An adult cow themed coloring book
I love this corgi coloring book so much! Look at it! He's got a bowtie! What can be cuter????
Awwdorable
You could try:
The Botany Coloring Book
https://www.amazon.com/Botany-Coloring-Book-Paul-Young/dp/0064603024/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1522820830&sr=8-1&keywords=botany+colouring+book
It covers pretty much everything a curious mind needs to get started on the topic....
Try the Human Brain Coloring Book.
Second this. When I was in outpatient therapy coloring was very helpful to keep focus. I have this coloring book that a friend gave me and it was very therapeutic LOL
I like this one: 642 Things to Write About
Thank you for the link, it is really handy and I already found some inspiring lists inside. I'm new here so I don't know it has already been talked about but I also recommend this book: 642 Things to Write About It's full of prompts of all sort inciting you to write short stories about anything. It may be more directed toward authors, professional or not, but I think it can also come in handy for anyone who don't know what to put in their journal.
There is also 642 Things to Draw and recently 712 More Things to Write About.
I'm born and raised Los Angeles/Orange County, so it's a little weird at times. I hope you don't mind I kinda skimmed your comments really quick, but I see you're from Oakland. I feel that it would probably be a way bigger adjustment for you than me as far as the pace of life is concerned, southern CA is pretty relaxed in a lot of areas. And I've visited San Francisco/Oakland quite a few times as I have a lot of friends up there, and can see how you're feeling underwhelmed with it.
I remember a few days ago my SO and I went out and, like, went to Toys R Us, the comic book store, and a few other places and I said, "What now?" because I was having a nice day out with him, and he was like, "There's nothing else, really."
The lack of options of things to do is obviously a little foreign to me, so I noticed we're getting into some different hobbies together to enjoy our time at home like building Legos and watching TV series together and filling out this book and this book I brought. I probably spend more time inside here than I did while I was back in Orange County. I'm doing okay right now and I honestly think it can go either way over time - either I start working and get out more and feel more functioning and I'll make friends (maybe), or I actually will just end up being bored, I don't know yet. It's hard to tell!
http://www.amazon.com/Marine-Biology-Coloring-Second-Edition/dp/006273718X
Its a must have. I still use it and it was my marine bio text book in highschool. Its actually really entertaining and more in depth than you would think.
Here's a few: A nice pair of earbuds (not those crappy Skullcandies), this great book called 642 Things to write. It really does help with writing and it's super fun! Can also help you get to know yourself better.
If you're struggling with basic brain anatomy, I cannot recommend enough The Human Brain Coloring Book. This is human anatomy, not sheep or the more common rat or mouse, but still extremely, extremely useful.
The other main suggestion I have for studying neuro concepts that others haven't mentioned yet is drawing. Draw neural circuits with excitatory and inhibitory connections marked (or glutamate and GABA-ergic, etc). Draw a circle with the sequence of events that occur during an action potential. Make tables or charts or whatever is appropriate for the material. Work from memory each time, then check back whether it matched the textbook or handout - this is sometimes called active review, and is much better at reinforcing information than the passive review of reading over notes multiple times. Combine this with anki-type SRS flashcards and you'll be unstoppable.
There's a few colouring books out there that help familiarize folks with the anatomy of the brain. This one is a classic.
I always think that the best part about being underwater is the view. Why not bring it to him.
A couple books he might get a kick out of:
The Underwater Museum
Sunken Cities: Egypt's Lost Worlds
Underwater Photography Masterclass
Marine Biology Coloring Book, because you're never too old to color.
If he likes red wine, a nice decanter might go a long way.
Maybe one of those might work?
You already have! You wrote this post yourself, right? If so, congrats - you're off to a great start.
Think about all the stuff you already write every day: notes, emails, tweets, Reddit posts. Re-thinking writing as something you already do makes it easier to dive deeper.
So continue writing. Write consistently and with intention. Set aside half an hour each day to do nothing but write. If you're feeling uninspired, writing prompts are very useful. There are plenty of resources out there.
Just as importantly: read a lot. Particularly the type of writing you wish to do. If you want to write books, read more books. If you want to write articles, read more articles (and also books). And then actually write them.
TL;DR - You're already writing, so just keep on writing. Set aside time to write each day, use writing prompts, and read what you want to write. Have fun!
I think I've read that these are ordinarily deep-water fish, and that the ones sighted on the surface are rare and abnormal.
(If somebody wants to fact-check me on this, I'm pretty sure it was the Marine Biology Coloring Book in which I saw this.)
Harry Otter.
Thanks.
brain coloring book This is where I started. You may laugh, but it helped.
https://www.amazon.com/Things-Write-Francisco-Writers-Grotto/dp/1452105448/ref=la_B00VSA6ECE_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1487390211&sr=1-1
This book and their whole project is a gift for anyone who LOVES to write (by our very natures!) and can use some genuine inspo.
Look into.
"-)