Show students how to complete a drawing of a frog with step-by-step instructions. This frog drawing is perfect for spring, lessons about amphibians, science units, nonfiction writing, and more!
Learn How To Draw a Frog With Simple Steps!
I don’t know about you, but I’m ready to dive into spring! What better way to do that than with some frog-tastic fun drawings?
I’ll show you how to draw an adorable frog that will have your students jumping for joy! It’s the perfect activity to spruce up your classroom decor and complement your science lessons on these amazing amphibians.
Grab your pencils, and I’ll show you how to complete a drawing of a frog!
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Materials Needed to Draw a Frog
Gathering the materials needed for this drawing activity is simple! You most likely already have the art supplies needed to complete this directed drawing. If you have done any of my other directed drawings, they require the same easy-to-use materials.
Each child will need the following:
- white art paper
- a pencil
- an eraser
- a fine-black marker or Sharpie pen
- watercolor paints and a larger paintbrush (or your coloring materials of choice)
I suggest using thicker paper for painting because it can handle the water and shouldn’t tear if appropriately used.
How to Draw a Frog
Get started by following these simple step-by-step directions to complete your frog drawing!
Step 1
Begin by drawing the curve of the frog’s chin on the upper half of your paper. Instead of continuing the upper half of the oval, draw two large bumps connected by a smaller bump. These will be the frog’s eyes!
Step 2
In the eye spaces, draw a large circle. Then, draw a smaller circle inside of the larger one. Add a curvy mouth! Kids can get creative with the shape of their mouth.
Step 3
Draw two curved lines coming off either side of the frog’s head. These will go down almost to the bottom of your paper. Add three little fingers at the end of each arm and then connect them with a long curve. It will look like a rainbow.
Step 4
Add a curve on the outside of each arm. Attach a small oval at the bottom to represent the frog’s feet. Draw a short line between the frog’s arms to create its belly.
Step 5
Color in the smaller circle of the eye, leaving a tiny white space. Complete your drawing by adding a long tongue out one side of the mouth. Add a little fly in the air.
Step 6
In this step, students can add their pizzazz! They can add spots, stripes, and anything they want to make their frog unique!
Tips for Drawing the Frog
Before you go to teach a drawing lesson, consider these tips:
- Stand in a place for all to see clearly.
- Use a large easel, chart paper, or overhead projector to draw on if available.
- Have kids sit at tables with their supplies.
- Take things slow and draw each step as you give verbal instructions. Alternatively, children can follow a set of visual step-by-step directions.
- Give kids plenty of time to follow along and ask questions.
Not an artist and need some drawing tips?
- Consider drawing with a pencil and erasing marks if needed.
- Don’t be afraid to draw a full oval or shape for the face and erase parts you don’t need.
After drawing your frogs, let kids color or paint them! We often draw the images one day and then add color the next! It extends the activity and adds something to look forward to during the week.
I don’t imagine you’ll toss the drawings out after they are finished, so display them proudly! Pin them on a spring bulletin board that says, “Let’s Hop Into Spring,” or attach a fun writing prompt to each painting! Have some fun with it.
More Drawing Ideas for Spring
For more fun spring activities, consider these ideas! They’re easy to use in a pinch and add to your spring lesson plans each year.
Learn to Draw a Bird Nest
Teach kids these simple instructions to draw a nest full of eggs! Kids will enjoy learning alongside their peers and hanging these pictures on the walls.
Butterfly and Easter Drawings
If your kids love directed drawings as much as the next child, try more spring drawings like a Butterfly directed Drawing and an Easter directed drawing! They’re great for spring, and kids love them.
Tie in A Frog Science Unit
Before having students draw their adorable frogs, teach them everything there is to know about them. Use this Frog Science Unit to highlight the life cycle of frogs, fun facts, and even short stories!
FREE Frog Directed Drawing Templates
Try Frog Directed Drawing Mat in your classroom with this FREE sample resource! Kids will be able to try their hand at drawing a frog. Use it in centers or during a whole group lesson to work on following directions.
Click the image below to grab a copy.
Fun Directed Drawing Mats
Try the Drawing Mats Bundle by Proud to be Primary. It includes fun drawing activities for every occasion during the school year. You will find owls, buses, snowmen, and more! Have the pages on hand to use during morning meetings, fast-finishers, extra practice, or just for fun.
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