How to Draw a Kid Dancing (Easy Step by Step)
This dancing kid is made from just a few friendly shapes: a big rounded head, a triangle for the dress, and long ovals for the arms. The little curved lines next to the waving hand make the drawing look like it is really moving. It is a great first drawing for showing action with simple lines.
- Easy
- 12 minutes
- 10 steps
You need: paper, a pencil, an eraser, and crayons or markers for coloring.
Start drawingIn this article (7 sections)
How to draw a kid dancing step by step
How to Draw a Kid Dancing · tinyhandscreate.com
Step 1: Guide shapes
Lightly sketch these 2 ovals. They only show where the big parts go, so press softly. You will erase them at the end.
Step 2: The big round head
Draw a big rounded shape for the head, a little like a ball with a slightly flat top and flat sides. Make it about as wide as it is tall.
Step 3: The headband
Draw a curved line across the top of the head, from one side of the head to the other. It should bend up in the middle like a rainbow.
Step 4: The ponytail
On the left side of the head, start near the headband and draw a big curve out and down to a point. Then curve back up to the side of the head to close it, like a leaf.
Step 5: Eyes, smile and neck
Add two round dots for eyes, with a wide space between them. Draw a small curved smile below them, then two short lines going down from the chin for the neck.
Step 6: Collar, dress and shoe
Draw a flat bar across the bottom of the neck. Then draw two slanted lines going out from each end, and connect them at the bottom with a long, gently curved line to make a triangle-shaped dress. Add a small curved shoe peeking out at the bottom right corner.
Step 7: Arms and hands
Draw a long, skinny oval on each side of the dress, one pointing out low on the left and one waving up high on the right. Add a small circle at the end of each oval for a hand.
Step 8: The second shoe
Under the hem of the dress, on the left side, draw a small oval for the other shoe. Tuck the top of the oval up under the dress so the foot looks like it is stepping.
Step 9: Dress stripes
Draw two short curved lines across the skirt, one on the left and one on the right. Leave a little gap in the middle.
Step 10: Dancing motion lines
Next to the waving hand, draw two curved lines, a short one and a longer one beside it. They show how fast the hand is swinging.
All done!
Erase the guide shapes, go over your lines, then color it in.
Finished your kid dancing? Keep the pencils out and learn how to draw a kid jumping rope or how to draw a kid with a hula hoop next.
Tips for drawing a kid dancing
- Draw the head big first, then fit the headband across it and the ponytail beside it. This keeps everything the right size.
- The arms are the trickiest part. Draw each one as a long, skinny oval, then add the small circle hand at the end.
- Draw the two motion lines last, and make the outer one a little longer than the inner one. This makes the wave look like it is spreading out.
Free kid dancing coloring page
Want to go straight to coloring? Open this kid dancing coloring page at full size and print it. It is the same drawing you just learned, with clean lines ready for crayons or markers.
How to color your kid dancing drawing
Try a bright yellow headband, a pink or purple dress, and brown or black hair on the ponytail. For a creative twist, color the two dress stripes in different colors, or add music notes floating around the dancer.
Kid dancing fun fact for kids
The word ballet comes from the Italian word balletto, which means a little dance.
Questions about drawing a kid dancing
What shapes do I need to draw a dancing kid?
You need a big rounded shape for the head, a triangle for the dress, long ovals for the arms and small ovals for the shoes. Little curved lines add the motion.
How do I make my dancing kid look like they are moving?
Draw one arm up high in the air and add curved motion lines beside the hand. Having the arms point in different directions also makes the dancer look lively.
How do I make my dancing kid look cuter?
Place the eyes wide apart, and draw a small, happy smile below them. A ponytail and a headband add extra charm.
