For Kids Between the ages of 5-8 Years Old

These art lessons are specifically meant for slightly older kids. This category contains lessons that are still meant for kids, but are a bit more challenging and longer.

How To Draw Uncle Sam Cartoon

Independence Day is coming up, so today we’re learning how to draw Uncle Sam. We also have more fun July 4th art lessons you can check out. Art Supplies marker paper colored pencils red blue peach brown grey Lesson Length under 10 minutes Watch How To Draw Uncle Sam Cartoon

How To Draw Pinkie Pie My Little Pony

Grab your markers and paper, follow along with us and learn how to draw Pinkie Pie from My Little Pony! This lesson has a lot of details, especially in her hair. Just remember to have fun and pause the video if you need extra time. When you’re kids are finished with their drawings encourage them […]

How To Draw The Kissing Emoji

Follow along with Hadley and me, learn how to draw the kissing emoji! This lesson is super fun and even short. Help your little artists pick out a bowl or something they can use to trace the circle with. They may even need a little help using the bowl to complete the circle. Art Supplies […]

How To Draw A Goldendoodle

Today we’re learning how to draw a Goldendoodle! This is one of our most requested dogs to draw. I can see why! They seem like such sweet animals. We hope you have a lot of fun following along with us. At the end of the lesson, we show you how to shade your drawing. But, […]

How To Draw The Flash Cartoon

Follow along with us and learn how to draw The Flash cartoon! This is a fun lesson for all ages, and we tried to keep it simple especially for our younger art friends. We hope you have fun drawing him! Be sure to also add more superheroes in the background. Art Supplies marker paper colored […]

How To Draw A Trophy For Father’s Day

Learn how to draw a trophy for Father’s Day! Don’t buy an expensive Father’s Day card, just make one. Your dad will love it even more. Once you finish following along with us, you could continue to add more details to your art. Try drawing some of your dad’s favorite things sticking out of the […]

How To Draw A Cartoon Popsicle

We’re too excited about the warm weather! Today we’re learning how to draw a cartoon popsicle. This one is a lot of fun and super simple for young artists. Challenge your kids to change their drawings and make them different. You can also draw this lesson several times and make a page full of popsicle […]

How To Draw A Cartoon Watermelon

Follow along with us and learn how to draw a cartoon watermelon! This lesson is perfect for young artists, but still fun for older artists. It’s always my hope that teachers and parents draw with their young artists. This always makes for good memories. Drawing together is a great way to grow closer together. We […]

How To Draw A Dachshund

Learn how to draw a dachshund with us! Gather up your art supplies and follow along. During the coloring phase we fast forward, you can pause the video to match the same coloring. Or, you can color your dachshund in your own creative way. We love drawing dogs. If you haven’t seen our other dog […]

How To Draw A Doughnut

Mmmmmmm doughnuts… I love doughnuts! Though, who doesn’t? Follow along with us and learn how to draw your own doughnut. This lesson is only a few steps long, so it works perfectly for younger artists too. We put sprinkles on our doughnuts, but you can decorate yours differently. You could also leave the doughnut hole […]

How To Draw A Cartoon Swimmer

Today’s drawing lesson is how to draw a cartoon swimmer snorkeling! We drew a boy swimming, but this lesson is super easy to change into a girl. You could draw longer hair and a girl swimsuit. Also, remember you don’t have to color your drawing exactly like ours. You can use your own creativity and […]

How To Draw Lemonade

Learn how to draw a tall, refreshing glass of lemonade! This lesson is perfect for summer. Follow along with us, remember to have fun and to practice. It really is ok if your drawings don’t look exactly like ours. Just try your best! Also, be sure to draw a background. You could draw your glass […]

How To Draw An Owl

How To Draw Froakie From Pokemon

Learn how to draw Froakie from Pokemon! You can also check out all of our other Pokemon art lessons. Jack also told me that Froakie evolves into Greninja, which was another really fun lesson we did. We hope your kids love drawing these characters with us. You can contact me and let me know which […]

How To Draw Toad From Mario With Body

Follow along with me and learn how to draw Toad from Mario! We’re also drawing his body plus coloring him. Challenge your young artists to add other characters to the background. You can visit the official Mario Kart website and see if they can draw additional characters on their own. Art Supplies marker paper colored […]

How To Draw A Guinea Pig

Happy Friday, art friends! Today we’re learning how to draw a super cute guinea pig. Follow along with us, but change the coloring to match your own pet guinea pig. I had a lot of fun drawing with Hadley during this lesson (I always have fun, but this one was extra special). I always hope […]

How To Draw King Boo From Mario

Today we’re learning how to draw King Boo from Mario! There’s not a lot of coloring to this lesson, but you can add shading to increase the difficulty. Austin and the rest of my kids are obsessed with their Nintendo Switch and Mario Kart 8 Delux! So, they have been requesting all Mario characters lately. […]

How To Draw A Cartoon Llama

Today we’re learning how to draw another cute cartoon animal! Follow along with me and learn how to draw a cartoon llama or alpaca. You’ll need your markers, paper, and colored pencils. Llamas are funny animals they look a lot like tall sheep. Art Supplies marker paper colored pencils brown tan pink Lesson Length under […]

How To Draw Popplio Pokemon

Today Austin and I are learning how to draw Popplio from Sun and Moon Pokemon! We hope you’re going to follow along with us. If you’re using a marker to draw with, make sure you have more than one sheet of paper. This will keep your table from getting marker on it. Remember, if your […]

How To Draw A Mother Hugging A Baby

Mother’s Day is almost here! Learn how to draw a mother hugging a baby. This drawing is perfect for creating your own Mother’s Day card. Remember you can change the drawing to look more like your mom or even your grandmother. My favorite part of this drawing is the hidden heart, can you find it? […]

How To Draw Funny Peas In A Pod

Follow along with us and learn how to draw funny peas in a pod! This is a fun drawing to create and give to a friend our someone you love. These two little peas also work well for Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, or any other holiday that celebrates love and friendship. Art Supplies marker paper […]

How To Draw A Mario Mushroom

Today is a fun, short, and easy drawing lesson. We’re learning how to draw the mushroom from Mario. Austin is five years old, so this lesson is perfect for younger artists. But anyone who loves the little plumber will enjoy following along. Be sure to check out our other Mario drawing lessons. Art Supplies marker […]

How To Draw A Cartoon Horse

Let’s learn how to draw a cute cartoon horse! Follow along with us, remember to have fun and try your best. It’s ok if your drawings look different, the more you practice the better you’ll get. That’s why we draw EVERY day! We’re also using a Sharpie, but you can use a pencil if you […]

How To Draw A Cartoon Dolphin

Follow along with us and learn how to draw a cartoon dolphin. This is a perfect art project to challenge your kids to finish the background. They could draw their dolphins jumping out of the water or talking to other sea creatures under the water. Encourage them to use their imagination and creativity. Also when […]

How To Draw A Flower Bouquet

Today, Hadley and I are learning how to draw a flower bouquet! We’d love it if you followed along with us. This lesson uses overlapping, but you and your kids can space the flowers out to avoid overlapping. This will make the lesson even easier for younger artists. For our art club members the printables […]

How To Draw The Sun

Follow along with us and learn how to draw the sun! This project is great for younger artists. Austin and I are using construction paper, but you can use these same steps without construction paper and cutting. Substitute printer paper and color your drawings at the end. Art Supplies marker round bowl scissors glue construction […]

How To Draw An Umbrella

It’s springtime! Austin and I are learning how to draw an umbrella. Austin is five years old, so we’re keeping this art lesson simple for young kids. We hope you and your kids are going to follow along with us. Remember to use your creativity to change the lesson and add your own details, even […]

How To Draw A Garbage Truck

Today we’re learning how to draw a garbage truck! Austin is helping me, so this lesson is meant for younger artists. You can also leave off some of the details to make this lesson even easier. To make this lesson more challenging, add a detailed background. If you liked this lesson, be sure to visit […]

How To Draw A Cartoon Sea Turtle

Learn how to draw a cute cartoon sea turtle! This little guy is waiting for you to draw him. This lesson is perfect for younger artists. Remember to challenge your kids to finish the background to complete their drawings. They could draw an ocean, aquarium, or even a swimming pool! The most important thing is […]

How To Draw A Truffula Tree

Follow along with us and learn how to draw a Truffula tree from the Lorax story! Once you’ve learned how to draw the Lorax and the Truffula tree, you could draw an entire forest. This lesson is a lot of fun because it’s easy and short. Remember to draw several trees, big and small, short […]