Jump into a fun art project with this simple guide for a snow globe drawing! Ideal for both home and classroom settings, this activity will have kids creating their own unique, wintry snow globe scenes in no time!
How to Draw a Snowglobe
Prepare for a fun, festive adventure as kids learn to draw their wintry snow globe! This how to draw a snow globe activity is perfect for all ages, helping bring a magical winter scene to life on paper.
This directed drawing activity walks children through each step of creating a snow globe. Drawing is a wonderful way for kids to build memory, fine motor skills, and artistic confidence—all while having fun.
With easy-to-follow steps and simple supplies, directed drawing is perfect for both classrooms and home setups. Teachers and parents can create a rewarding, engaging, and educational experience.
So, whether you’re a teacher, a parent, or just in the winter mood, grab your pencils, and let’s draw a winter wonderland snow globe together!
Table of Contents
- How to Draw a Snowglobe
- Materials for Snow Globe Drawing
- Snow Globe Drawing Step-By-Step
- Snowman- Finishing Touches to the Directed Drawing
- Creating the Perfect Winter Scene
- Snow Globe Drawing Displays
- Other Holiday Ideas
- Winter Activities for the Classroom
- Directed Drawing Calendar
- Other Holiday Activities
Materials for Snow Globe Drawing
Drawing a snow globe is easy and perfect for classroom and home fun.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Sheet of Paper
- Pencil
- Eraser
- Black Marker
- Crayons or Colored Pencils
- Watercolor Paints (optional)
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If you plan to add a watercolor touch, use thicker paper for durability. It can handle the water without tearing, so your snow globe masterpiece stays looking its best!
Snow Globe Drawing Step-By-Step
Learn how to draw a snow globe with this easy step-by-step guide! This activity will help you craft a festive snow globe scene at home or in the classroom. Grab your supplies, and get creative with this winter wonderland drawing!
First, let’s draw the snow globe shape. It is like a large circle with a straight, flat bottom. Then, add a small circle in the middle of the snow globe for the snowman’s head. Ensure the small circle has a horizontal line at the top for the hat.
Next, use small curved semi-circles to add snow along the bottom of the snow globe. For the snowman’s scarf, draw a curved horizontal line below the head and attach a curved diagonal line.
After that, three more curved diagonal lines are added to create the scarf. To finish, attach a small curved line to each scarf end. Draw a bigger circle for the snowman’s body connecting to the scarf.
Continue by adding a horizontal line above the snowman’s head and a rectangle on top of the line to create the top hat.
Add the largest circle at the bottom of the snowman. It should touch the snow that was drawn a couple of steps ago.
To finish this step, draw a long rectangle at the bottom of the snow globe for the top part of the base.
Next, add a horizontal line to create a band on the top hat. Then, draw another section of the base of the snow globe that is a bit longer horizontally. Connect the ends together.
Finally, add the snowman’s eyes, carrot nose, stick arms, and background details, like snow falling around.
Snowman- Finishing Touches to the Directed Drawing
Try breaking the activity into two sessions to make this snow globe directed drawing even simpler for kids.
On day one, focus on drawing and outlining the snow globe with a fine-point black marker or Sharpie. Don’t forget to erase any pencil lines with a good white eraser.
When you start adding color—whether with paint, colored pencils, or markers—the bold black outlines will make your snow globe pop, creating a fun and dynamic winter scene!
On day two, it’s time to bring your snow globe to life with paint or favorite coloring tools! If it’s the kids’ first time using watercolors, take a moment to show them how to create smooth brushstrokes and find the right balance of water and paint. For younger children, a larger brush can be easier to control.
Start by painting the smaller details, like the snow inside the globe and the snowman’s scarf. Then, move on to the larger sections, like the base and background. Kids can also get creative—maybe add a little extra sparkle to the snow or even paint a holiday scene inside the globe! They can personalize it as well, maybe adding a snowman family member, pets, or a holiday item like a Christmas tree or present.
Creating the Perfect Winter Scene
To create a cozy winter feel, you can keep the background simple with white or go all out with colorful backgrounds, like blue or purple.
The possibilities are endless when creating the scene inside your snow globe! Consider drawing a cozy winter scene like a snowy forest, a cute little house, or even a friendly snowman or reindeer. Add extra charm by including details like snow-covered trees, twinkling stars, or delicate snowflakes falling gently.
To add snow to your snow globe, draw small dots or snowflakes to represent falling snow. You can also create light swirls to make it look like snow is gently drifting. If you want to take it up a notch, consider using white or silver pens for a shimmering, wintery effect that will make your snow globe feel extra magical!
Once the paintings are complete, let them dry flat—avoid hanging them right away to prevent smudging or drips!
Snow Globe Drawing Displays
Displaying your directed drawing is a great way to showcase creativity! You can frame the artwork and hang it up as part of your holiday decor or use colorful construction paper to create a vibrant border around it.
For a fun twist, try clipping the drawings onto a string with mini clothespins to create a festive display. Whether it’s on a bulletin board, the fridge, or as a part of a winter gallery wall, your snow globe masterpiece is sure to bring seasonal cheer!
Other Holiday Ideas
The snow globe directed drawing is perfect for winter activities to add to your classroom or home during those chilly days!
Turn your snow globe drawing into a festive holiday card or seasonal decoration! Shrink the drawing to fit a card size, add a cheerful message inside, and send it out to friends and family. For a unique decoration, mount the drawing on colorful cardstock or frame it to display on your mantle or bulletin board. You can also create a fun garland by stringing up multiple snow globes for winter drawing vibes around the classroom or house!
There are also plenty of other holiday-directed drawings available:
Valentine’s Day Drawing (Love Monster)– Proud to Be Primary
Penguin Drawing– Proud to Be Primary
Snowman Directed Drawing– Proud to Be Primary
Winter Activities for the Classroom
Free Snow Globe Directed Drawing
This snow globe drawing activity is perfect during those chilly months. It is easy to do and a great deal of fun! Grab the free step-by-step directions will give you everything you (and your students) need to be successful.
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Directed Drawing Calendar
This directed drawing mats from Proud to Be Primary is the perfect activity for any month of the year! Each month features a cute drawing ideas. Plus it’s a creative, personal way to share their artwork all year long.
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