Cats are some of the most beautiful and cute animals, and drawing one can be fun and easy for kids! Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or young artist, this drawing guide will show you how to draw a cute cat in 5 easy steps.
Using basic shapes and clear instructions, your cat will come to life in no time. Plus, don’t miss the FREE PDF Practice Worksheet at the end! It includes all the steps with extra space for your kids to practice anytime.
Easy 5 Step By Step Cat Drawing + Free Practice Worksheet
Drawing Materials
- Paper
- Pencil
- Eraser
- Crayons, markers, or colored pencils
- Our Cat Drawing Guide PDF Worksheet (optional)
Start by drawing lightly so that you can easily erase if there are mistakes. Continue by following the arrow step.
Step 1: Draw the Cat’s Body
Start by drawing a big upright oval in the center to form the cat’s body shape. Then, add two straight lines inside the oval for the front legs.
Tip for Kids: Draw the oval lightly with your pencil so you can erase any extra lines later if needed. Don’t worry if it’s not perfect. You will get better with practice!
Step 2: Draw the Head and Ears of your Cat
Draw a big circle for the head on top of the body. Then, add two small triangles at the top of the head for the ears. Make sure the ears are slightly tilted outward for a natural look.
Tip for Kids: Keep the circle slightly larger than the body to make the cat’s head look cute
Step 3: Draw the Cat’s Back Legs, Tail, and Paws
Next, add two smaller ovals on either side of the body for the hind legs. For the tail, draw a long, curved line that extends from one side of the body and curls slightly at the end.
Add tiny ovals at the ends of the front legs for the paws.
Tip for Kids: Make the tail as curvy as you want! A playful tail adds personality to your cat.
Step 4: Draw the Cat’s Face Details
It’s time to give your cat a face! Inside the head, draw:
- Draw Two big circles for the eyes with small circles and ovals inside to make them look shiny and cute.
- Add two tiny curved lines above the eyes for the eyebrows
- Draw a small rounded triangle in the middle for the nose.
- Two curved lines under the nose for a cute smile.
- Add whiskers by drawing two short lines on each side of the face for extra cuteness!
Tip for Kids: This step introduces kids to face details, helping them see how small elements can change the cat’s expression.
Step 5: Color your Cat
Once the drawing is complete, it’s time for some color! Let your child’s creativity shine by letting them choose any color they like. This is the most exciting step! Use crayons, markers, or colored pencils to color your cat.
Tip for Kids: Choose your favorite colors like orange, black, gray, or rainbow! You can also add patterns like stripes, spots, or hearts.
Free Cat Drawing Practice PDF Worksheet!
Download our FREE PDF Practice Worksheet to help you practice the 5 easy steps.
This worksheet includes simple drawing steps and a blank section for kids to create their own cat. Get your printable worksheet and have fun drawing!
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How to Fix Common Cat Drawing Mistakes
- Body Too Thin/Square: Cats have soft, rounded bodies. If your cat looks too skinny or boxy, try making the main body shape (from Step 1) more rounded and plump.
- Ears Too Small/Round: Cat ears are typically pointed and can be fairly prominent. If your ears look tiny or too rounded, go back to Step 2 and make them more triangular and noticeable.
- Legs Uneven: Try to make the legs (front and hind) roughly the same length and thickness to keep your cat balanced. Look at Steps 1 and 3 for guidance.
- Tail Too Straight: A cat’s tail usually has a natural curve or a little curl at the end. If your tail is just a straight line, try adding a gentle bend as shown in Step 3.
- Whiskers Too Short: Cat whiskers are quite long and important! Make sure yours extend a good distance from the face, as in Step 4.
Helpful Drawing Tips and Tricks For Kids
- Start with Basic Shapes: Notice how the cat starts with simple body and head shapes. This makes it easier to build the rest of the drawing.
- Symmetry for Face: When drawing the eyes, nose, and mouth, try to keep them centered and balanced on the face.
- Smooth Lines: Cats are graceful creatures, so try to use smooth, flowing lines when you draw their body and tail.
- Personalize Your Cat: Once you’ve got the basic shape down, feel free to add stripes, spots, or different eye colors to make your cat unique!
- Practice Makes Purr-fect: Don’t get discouraged if your first attempt isn’t exactly right. Keep practicing, and you’ll improve!
Cat Fun Facts for Kids
- Sleepy Heads: Cats spend a lot of time sleeping, sometimes up to 70% of their lives!
- Flexible Bodies: Cats have incredibly flexible spines, which allows them to twist and turn in amazing ways.
- Great Jumpers: Cats are amazing jumpers and can leap many times their own height.
- Unique Noses: Just like human fingerprints, every cat’s nose print is unique!
- Purr-fect Communicators: Cats purr when they are happy, but they also purr when they are stressed or injured as a way to comfort themselves.
Grab a pencil, follow these steps, and draw your own cat. 🐾
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