- Drawing ideas for kids
by Jean Van't Hul
March 19, 2023
Drawing prompts are one of our favorite creative drawing ideas for kids. These inspire kids to draw and think in a whole new way.
Updated April 2023
Drawing prompts can be anything from “decorate your own _____ ” or “fill in the ______”, to tangle art, abstract art, or more! They help give kids that little bit of inspiration to get their creativity flowing. They’re a perfect activity to offer your kids at home, while traveling, or to occupy time at restaurants or waiting rooms.
And the best part is that no two drawings will ever be the same, even if an entire group of children was given the same drawing prompt! Because each child works from their own imagination, interests, mindset, developmental stage, and more.
Here’s a video showing Drawing Prompts for Kids in action!And keep scrolling to see some of our favorite drawing ideas.
Want to try some creative drawing prompts with your kids?Be sure to download our bundle of 5 printable drawing ideas for FREE!(See the download link at the end of the post.)
Creative Drawing Ideas for Kids
1. Drawing Prompts for Kids with Eye Stickers
Createdrawing prompts for kids with eye stickers! This is such a fun and playful way to encourage drawing and creative visual expression.
2. Hole in Paper Art Challenge
Hole in paper art activities for kids encourage them to think and create differently. Kids will love the creativity challenge the holes provide!
3. Use Magazine Pictures as Drawing Prompts
Cut outmagazine pictures to use as drawing promptsthat help kick start kids’ imaginations!
4. Fill in the Empty Frames Drawing Prompts
This simple prompt is one of our most used and loved. Inspire your kids’ creativity with thisframe art drawing prompt and printable!
5. Connect the Dots Geometric Art Prompt
Geometric art for kids is easy, fun, and visually striking when made withthis connect the dots art prompt. It is a great collaborative art activity for all ages!
Get This FREE Printable with 5 Creative Drawing Ideas for Kids
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Want More Drawing Activities? Visit the Kids Art Spot where we have a Drawing Workshop for Kids. This online workshop for kids and families features 10 super fun and easy drawing activities, each with a step-by-step video tutorial and printable instructions.
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Jean Van't Hul
Children's Art Enabler, Mother of Two, Lover of Cherry Pie and Nature
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