Drawing a lion can be fun and easy with this step-by-step guide that’s perfect for kids. In just five steps, you’ll learn how to draw a lion with a big, fluffy mane! Plus, download our FREE PDF Practice Worksheet at the end, which includes all the steps and extra space to practice. Let’s get started!
Easy 5 Steps How to Draw a Lion For Kids + Free PDF Drawing Guide
What You Need To Draw Your Lion :
- Paper, pencil or marker, and eraser
- Our Lion Drawing Guide PDF Worksheet (optional)
- Coloring supplies if you want to color in your drawing (optional)
Start by drawing lightly so that it can be easily erased if there are mistakes, continue by following the arrow step.
Step 1: Draw the Lion’s Face and Mane
Firstly, draw a large circle for the lion’s head. Then around the head, draw a fluffy mane using wavy lines to give your lion its iconic look.
Tip: Make the mane big and wavy to make your lion look friendly and proud!
Step 2: Draw the Body and Legs
Below the head, draw four straight lines for the legs, curving them slightly at the ends to form the paws. Add small, curved lines at the bottom for paw details, then draw a small oval shape behind for the lion’s back leg.
Tip: Keep the legs even and the paws rounded for a cute, cartoon-like look.
Step 3: Draw The Ears and Tail of the Lion
On top of the head, draw two small, curved triangles for the lion’s ears. Then for the tail, draw a long, curved line extending from the back of the body and add a tiny oval at the end for the tuft of fur.
Tip: Make the tail curve slightly for a natural and playful look!
Step 4: Add The Lion’s Face Details
Firstly Inside the head, draw two big, round eyes to give the lion a friendly expression. Secondly, below the eyes, add a long triangle shape for the nose, followed by a smaller curved triangle just below it. Then, draw two half circles for the mouth. Finally, add three small curved lines from each side of the nose for whiskers.
Tip: Try making the eyes large to make the eyes look bright and lively.
Step 5: Color Your Lion
Finally, bring your lion to life by adding color! Lions are usually golden or yellowish-brown, with darker shades for the mane and tail. Use your favorite colors to make your lion unique.
Tip: You can use brown or orange shades for the mane to make it stand out.
Easy How to Draw a Lion For Kids FREE PDF Practice Worksheet:
Practice makes perfect! Download the following FREE How to Draw a Lion PDF that includes all five steps and space at the bottom to draw your lion. This worksheet is perfect for kids and students to practice anytime and have fun with their creativity.
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Lion drawing worksheet pdf
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With this easy guide, drawing a lion is simple and enjoyable. Try these steps, you can also explore our other How to Draw Animals Tutorials for more fun learning!
