Christmas is a fun time to draw because there are so many familiar things to choose from.
Kids can start with something simple like a candy cane or ornament, then try a Christmas animal, Santa, or a cozy winter scene when they want a little more challenge.
Here are some cute and easy Christmas drawing ideas for kids and beginners, with a mix of simple shapes, characters, animals, gifts, and winter favorites.
Easy Christmas Decorations to Draw
Christmas decorations are a good place to start because many of them are made from simple shapes.
Try a candy cane, ornament, or present first, then move on to a wreath or decorated Christmas tree with a few more details.
Cute Christmas Animals to Draw
Christmas animals can be as simple or detailed as kids want them to be.
Start with a cat or dog face wearing a Santa hat, then try a full-body version or another winter animal when they are ready for more details.
A scarf, winter hat, or small holiday accessory can completely change the look of a familiar animal.
Want more cute animals to draw? Explore Easy Animals to Draw for Kids.
Christmas Characters to Draw
Santa, snowmen, elves, and other Christmas characters are fun choices when kids want to draw something with a little more personality.
For an easier start, try a simple Santa face. Full characters like Santa, an elf, or a nutcracker have more details and make a good next challenge.
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Christmas Treats, Gifts and Cozy Things to Draw
Not every Christmas drawing has to be Santa or a tree.
A warm cup of hot cocoa, a gingerbread cookie, winter clothes, or a bag full of presents can be just as fun to draw.
These are also easy pictures for kids to personalize with their own colors, patterns, and small details.
For more fun food ideas, see Cute and Easy Food Drawings for Kids.
Cozy Christmas Scenes to Draw
Kids who want a little more of a challenge can try a Christmas picture with several parts.
A snowy house, fireplace, gingerbread house, or snow globe gives them more details to work with and more room to make the picture their own.
Which Christmas Drawings Are Easiest for Kids?
Candy canes, ornaments, presents, snowflakes, simple Christmas trees, and Santa faces are all good places to start.
They use clear shapes and only need a few details to look recognizable.
Once those feel comfortable, kids can try full-body animals, Santa Claus, a nutcracker, gingerbread house, or a cozy Christmas scene.
There is no need to start with the hardest picture. Let your child choose something they are excited to draw and build from there.
More Christmas Drawing Fun
Christmas drawings are easy to personalize.
Kids can change the colors, add snow, create their own wrapping paper patterns, or draw a background around a character.
A Christmas cat could sit beside a present. A snowman could stand outside a snowy house. A cup of hot cocoa could be part of a cozy winter table.
The original drawing can simply be a starting point.
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More Easy Drawing Ideas for Kids
Looking for something to draw after Christmas?
Explore 50 Easy Things to Draw for Kids for animals, food, dinosaurs, vehicles, nature, fantasy, and more.
For another seasonal collection, you can also explore Easy Halloween Drawings for Kids.
