Holidays and seasons: drawing for kids
Drawing ideas for every holiday, school break and season. 17 posts, each with an activity to try and one of Kevin Coulston’s drawing books.
- Why Halloween Is the Perfect Time to Draw With KidsHalloween is the perfect time to draw with kids. Spooky characters build creativity, help kids face fears and make great decorations. Ideas inside.
- Spooky but Not Scary: Halloween Drawing for Little KidsLittle kids love Halloween but can get scared. Friendly ghost drawings let them enjoy spooky season safely. Tips for gentle Halloween art with toddlers.
- Thanksgiving Drawing: Keep Kids Busy at the Kids' TableKeep kids happy at the Thanksgiving kids' table with drawing games, gratitude drawings and silly food characters. Easy ideas for hosts and parents.
- Christmas Drawing: Homemade Cards and OrnamentsMake Christmas extra special with kids' drawings: homemade cards, ornaments, gift tags and decorations. Easy step-by-step Christmas drawing ideas.
- Why a Drawing Book Makes a Great Christmas GiftLooking for a gift that's creative, screen-free and lasts? A drawing book makes a great Christmas gift. How to choose the right one for each child.
- Winter Break Boredom Busters: A Drawing PlanTwo weeks of winter break and kids are already bored? Here's a day-by-day drawing plan with holiday projects, grid challenges and boredom busters.
- Snow Day Drawing Ideas for KidsSchool's canceled for snow! These snow day drawing ideas keep kids busy indoors: snowy scenes, winter animals, snowman designs and cozy drawing games.
- A New Year's Drawing Goal Kids Will KeepHelp kids set a New Year's goal they'll actually keep: a simple drawing goal. Ideas for drawing challenges, progress tracking and celebrating growth.
- Valentine's Day Drawing: Handmade Cards Kids LoveHandmade Valentine's cards beat store-bought every time. Easy Valentine's Day drawing ideas for kids, from cute characters to classroom valentines.
- Spring Drawing Outside: Bugs, Buds and BirdsSpring is the perfect time to draw outside. Try these outdoor drawing ideas: baby animals, bugs, flowers and birds, plus a simple nature journal.
- Easter Basket Ideas for Kids Who Love to DrawLooking for non-candy Easter basket ideas? A drawing book and art supplies make a creative gift. Plus Easter drawing activities kids will love.
- Mother's Day Drawings Kids Can Make ThemselvesMother's Day drawings are gifts moms keep forever. Easy ideas kids can make on their own: portraits, cards, coupon books and magical characters.
- Father's Day Drawings: A Gift Dad Will KeepFather's Day drawings make gifts dads actually keep. Easy ideas for kids: superhero dad portraits, robot cards, comic strips and coupon books.
- Summer Vacation Drawing Journal for KidsTurn summer vacation into a drawing journal. Kids draw one thing each day, creating a souvenir that builds memory, writing and observation skills.
- Back to School Nerves? Draw Them OutBack to school nerves are common. Drawing helps kids express worries, picture a good first day and feel ready. Try these back-to-school drawing ideas.
- A Drawing Birthday Party: Plan, Games and FavorsPlan a drawing birthday party: invitations, drawing games, a step-by-step lesson for everyone and party favors kids actually use. Complete guide.
- Art Days to Celebrate With Kids All YearThere are art days to celebrate all year long. Here's a calendar of drawing-friendly days for kids, from World Art Day to Dot Day, with activity ideas.