Learn to Draw squirrel

Follow along with this easy step-by-step drawing tutorial and learn how to draw squirrel. Perfect for kids and beginners!

Materials You Will Need

  • Drawing paper or sketchbook
  • Pencil (HB or #2)
  • Eraser
  • Black marker or pen for outlining
  • Colored pencils, markers, or crayons

Drawing Tips

  • Start with light pencil lines so you can easily erase mistakes
  • Take your time with each step
  • Add your own creative touches to make it unique
  • Practice drawing squirrel multiple times to improve

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this drawing tutorial suitable for beginners?

Yes! This step-by-step tutorial breaks down the drawing of squirrel into simple, easy-to-follow steps perfect for kids and beginners.

What age group is this for?

This tutorial is designed for kids ages 5 and up, but anyone can follow along and learn to draw squirrel!

How long does it take to complete?

Most kids can complete this drawing in 15-30 minutes. Take your time and enjoy the process!

Can I use different coloring materials?

Absolutely! Use colored pencils, markers, crayons, or even watercolors to bring your squirrel drawing to life.

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What You'll Need

  • Pencil (HB or 2B)
  • Eraser
  • White drawing paper
  • Black marker for the outline
  • Brown and orange pencils
  • Coloured pencils or crayons

Step-by-Step: Drawing a Squirrel

Step 1: Draw the body

Draw a tilted oval for the body and a smaller circle for the head at the top.

Step 2: Add the ears

On top of the head, draw two small pointed ears. Add a tiny tuft of fur on the tip of each.

Step 3: Draw the face

Draw one round eye on each side, a small round nose at the front and a tiny smile.

Step 4: Add the cheeks

Draw two round puffy cheeks under the eyes.

Step 5: Draw the front paws

Draw two small paws held together near the chin, holding an acorn.

Step 6: Add the back legs

Draw a large oval haunch at the back with a long foot at the bottom.

Step 7: Draw the tail

Behind the body, draw a very large S-shaped tail that curls up and over the back. Add short strokes along the edge for fur.

Step 8: Draw the acorn and outline

Draw an acorn with a small cap and a stem. Trace with a marker and erase your pencil guides.

Colouring Your Squirrel

Use brown or grey for the body and tail, with a lighter cream on the belly and chest. Add a darker brown on the acorn and a yellow-brown cap.

Tips for Drawing a Squirrel

  • Make the tail the biggest part of the drawing. A small tail is not squirrel-like.
  • The back feet are longer than the front feet.

Try This With ChatGPT

With a grown-up, open a new ChatGPT chat and paste this prompt, changing [my age] to your age:

I am [my age] years old and I want to draw Squirrel 1. Give me 6 steps using only simple shapes like circles, ovals and lines. Give one step at a time and wait until I type “next” before giving the following step.

Exact steps, follow-up prompts and safety rules are in our parent-guided ChatGPT guide. More ideas: creative AI activities for kids.