Learning how to draw an owl is a great way to develop skills while providing a fun and engaging activity. This owl drawing is an excellent choice when looking for fall-themed directed drawing art activities.
Owl Directed Drawing For Kids
In this guided drawing lesson, kids will discover how to draw an owl. This type of directed drawing offers many advantages for young learners. It boosts memory, improves fine motor skills, and encourages creativity and self-expression.
Table of Contents
- Owl Directed Drawing For Kids
- Supplies for Owl Drawing
- Suggestions for Drawing an Owl
- Steps for Drawing an Owl
- Finishing Touches to the Owl Directed Drawing
- Other Fall Drawing Ideas
- Fall Owl Unit
- Fall Directed Drawing
- Fall Directed Drawing Mats
- More Directed Drawing Ideas
Directed drawing activities are a great way to keep kids engaged, whether in the classroom or at home. With just a few materials and simple instructions, these activities provide a fun and interactive experience. They are also perfect for fall writing prompts!
Prepare to dive into the joy of drawing a charming owl! In this step-by-step guide, we’ll walk you through the process, making it easy for you and the kids to create a delightful owl together!
Supplies for Owl Drawing
Directed drawings require minimal materials, making them an easy activity for both the classroom and home settings.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Paper
- Pencil
- Eraser
- Ruler
- Black marker
- Watercolors
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Thicker paper is highly recommended for painting, as it can withstand water without tearing when used properly.
Suggestions for Drawing an Owl
When guiding kids through this drawing activity, consider these helpful tips:
- Stand in a visible spot to ensure everyone can see the instructions.
- To make the drawing process easier to follow, use a large easel, chart paper, or an overhead projector.
- Have the kids seated at tables with all their supplies within easy reach.
- Move through each step comfortably, providing clear verbal or visual directions.
- Give kids plenty of time to keep up and encourage them to ask questions.
By following these suggestions and taking it slow, you’ll create a more enjoyable and successful drawing experience. And most importantly, have fun!
Steps for Drawing an Owl
Drawing an owl is a fun and engaging activity for kids, involving just a few easy steps to create a unique owl illustration. Plus, adding some creative details and personal touches at the end can give each owl drawing its own special flair and make every piece stand out!
Step 1: Owl Eyes
Let’s start with something simple: Have students draw two circles touching each other in the upper center of their paper. These will become the owl’s eyes. It’s best to draw with a pencil. This way, when a mistake is made, a student can easily erase it.
Step 2: Owl Body
Start above one of the owl’s eyes and continue to the other eye to create an oblong shape for the owl’s body.
Step 3: Owl Ears and Wings
Thirdly, students will complete the body by adding pointed eyes and the top of the head. After that, the wings are added to each side of the body.
Step 4: Feet, Feathers, and More!
Once the owl’s body is complete, add feathers to the front of the body and extra lines within the wings to create feathers there as well.
Step 5: Owl Eyes and Mouth
Students add black eyes and draw a triangle for the owl’s beak.
Step 6: Background
Finally, students add a background to their owl drawing. Stars, a tree trunk, etc. Whatever their heart’s desire.
Finishing Touches to the Owl Directed Drawing
You might find it helpful to split this drawing activity into two sessions. On the first day, sketch and outline the owl with a pencil. Use a fine-point marker or Sharpie to trace over the pencil lines of the owl. Make sure to erase any remaining pencil marks with a good white eraser. Adding color with paints or colored pencils will make the owl stand out and give it a vibrant look!
On the second day, it’s time for painting. If the kids haven’t used watercolor paints before, it’s a good idea to demonstrate how to use a paintbrush and manage the water-to-paint ratio. A larger brush is usually easier for younger kids to handle.
First, paint the owl’s smaller details using various colors, such as brown, orange, and white. Then, move on to the larger areas of the owl. Finally, paint the background around the owl. For a special touch, you can cut out the owl and glue it to colored construction paper. Once the paintings are finished, let them dry flat to avoid paint drips or streaks.
Drawing an Owl For a Fall Display
Using the owl drawing activity as a fun fall project is a fantastic way to excite students about the new season. It also allows them to share what they like and are excited to do during autumn.
Once the students finish their owl drawings, you can display them around the classroom to add a cozy, fall touch to the space. Try creating a paper tree and hang the owls throughout it. Add in some fall-colored leaves as well. You could also hang each directed drawing in the hallway or on a bulletin board with a saying like “Whoooooo’s Ready For Fall?” surrounded by leaves or a fall scene. These owl directed drawings are a charming and engaging way to get into the fall season!
Other Fall Drawing Ideas
Are you looking for other fall drawing ideas? Here are some excellent choices whenever students seem ready for more directed drawing fun.
- School Bus Drawing – Proud to Be Primary
- Turkey – Proud to be Primary
- Frankenstein – Proud to be Primary
- Cartoon Squirrel– Art for Kids Hub
Fall Owl Unit
The All About Owls Unit is the perfect addition to your fall science curriculum. Students love to learn all about the owl life cycle, label the different parts of an owl, read about owls, and more. Plus, this owl-directed drawing is included in the All About Owls Unit!
Fall Directed Drawing
Try the FREE Fall Directed Drawing Activities by Proud to be Primary. Students will love following the step-by-step directions to create their own colorful fall items.
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Fall Directed Drawing Mats
Try the November Directed Drawing Mats by Proud to be Primary. You get five different fall-themed directed drawings, including templates to draw the owl, plus more templates to choose from.
They make the perfect activity for morning work, sub plans, centers, or when you need a little break from teaching! Just print, direct, draw, and have fun!
If you want to add a little more to your owl-directed drawing, you would probably love the All About Owls Unit. It not only includes the owl-directed drawing but also other owl-themed activities for reading, writing, science, and more!
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