Drawing is a magical activity for children! It sparks creativity and gives a sense of pride when the drawings take shape.

Does your child want to learn to draw better? Here are seven fun and easy exercises to help little artists develop their technique.

Draw with simple shapes

One of the best basics for drawing is to use simple shapes!

Circles, triangles and squares can be transformed into everything from cute animals to cool cars

How to do:

• Ask the child to choose an animal or figure to draw.

• Help them break down the motif into simple basic shapes.

• Let them sketch loosely with pencil first before filling in with colored pencils.

This exercise makes it easier to understand proportions and how different parts fit together!

Shade and color like a pro

Coloring correctly can make a big difference! With simple tricks, your child can create depth and make their drawings pop.

How to do:

• Choose a motif and start by coloring lightly.

• Show how to press with different pressures to create lighter and darker shades.

• Try mixing colors by shading carefully and applying several layers.

Don't forget to check out our guide Colored Pencils for Kids to find the pencils that suit your child's needs and what you should consider when choosing pencils.

Drawing of favorite characters

Children love to draw their favorite characters from movies and fairy tales! Drawing from pictures is a great way to train their eye and learn details.

How to do:

• Choose a simple image and print it.

• Let the child study it and sketch the basic shapes.

• Add details and color when the sketch is complete!

A perfect exercise to strengthen your child's observation skills and accuracy.

Need more inspiration?

Check out Drawing with Alex on YouTube for new tips and ideas!

Drawing with your eyes closed – a fun challenge!

This exercise is as crazy as it is educational! Drawing without looking teaches children to trust their hand motor skills and feel the whole picture.

How to do:

• Ask the child to close their eyes and draw a simple motif, such as a sun or a house.

• Let them open their eyes and see the result – laughter is promised!

• Repeat the exercise and see if they can improve the image.

A creative exercise that helps the child become more confident in their creation!

Coloring

Coloring is one of the best ways for children to relax and at the same time develop their creativity.

How to do:

• Pick up a coloring book and choose a motif to color.

• Let the child experiment with different color combinations.

• Encourage them to create their own style and use unexpected colors.

Click here to get lots of inspiration, tips and ideas for fun coloring activities and creative craft projects that you can do together with your child.

Create a comic book – stories through pictures!

Drawing is not just about creating a picture, it is also a way of telling stories!

Making your own comic book is a fun exercise that helps your child develop their visual storytelling and logical thinking.

How to do:

• Fold a piece of paper in half or use several pages in a sketchbook.

• Let the child make up a short story with a beginning, middle and end.

• Divide the story into squares and draw a scene in each square.

• Add speech bubbles and sound effects to make the series more alive!

This is a super fun way to combine drawing and writing, while also giving the child practice organizing their ideas into a story.

Try mirror drawing – train both halves of your brain!

This exercise is perfect for practicing your child's symmetry thinking and fine motor skills. Plus, it's really exciting to see how similar the two sides turn out!

How to do:

• Fold a piece of paper in half and draw a simple shape on one side.

• Let the child try to draw the exact same shape on the other side of the paper – like a mirror image!

• For a harder challenge: Try drawing with both hands at the same time!

Mirror drawing helps children develop their hand-eye coordination and understanding of symmetry – something that is important in both drawing and math.

You haven't missed our drawing club, have you?

At the bottom of the page there is an opportunity to join Flippy's drawing club .

This is a fantastic opportunity for you and your child to develop their drawing skills!

In the drawing club you also get exclusive access to instructional videos, tips, tricks and an opportunity to share your masterpieces with other like-minded people here on the website. You can even show your beautiful works to Alex!