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★★★★★This is an easy to follow directed drawing resource and the students love making these the directions are easy to follow and they are successful time and time again.
Chandra N. · November 2019 · TPT review
★★★★★Kids enjoyed this activity. I Think I will add a writing activity next year! Thanks:)
Jennifer P. · December 2018 · TPT review
★★★★★My kids LOVED this! they got so excited learning how to draw these! Thank you!
Ally H. · August 2019 · TPT review
Rated by 65 teachers on TPT (see every rating on TPT). These are selected 4- and 5-star written reviews by teachers on TPT (Teachers Pay Teachers), shown word for word. TPT's newer 4-point scale ("Extremely satisfied" = 4) is converted to stars.
These Christmas Directed Drawing Lessons teach kids to draw festive holiday characters and symbols step by step. They are designed for Grades 1 to 4 and are easy to adapt for Kindergarten or Grade 5.
Each page has easy-to-follow visual steps. Students build drawing confidence and fine motor skills while enjoying calm, creative time during the busy holiday season. They can draw right on the provided pages, in sketchbooks, or on blank paper for larger art pieces, and you can photocopy all the pages into a student workbook with the included title cover.
WHAT'S INCLUDED (NON-EDITABLE)
- 10 Christmas Directed Drawing Lessons with step-by-step visuals: Christmas Tree, Santa Claus, Snowman, Elf, Elf in the Snow, Reindeer, Candy Cane, Present, Ornament and Holly
- Draw-on pages for sketchbooks or workbook assembly
- Title/cover page to create your own class directed drawing book
WHAT STUDENTS LEARN
Students learn to draw with step-by-step guided visuals, strengthen fine motor control and line and shape recognition, and gain confidence in making recognizable drawings. The lessons apply the Elements of Art: Line, Shape, Space and Pattern.
HOW TO USE IT
Print and hand out individual pages, or copy the full set to make a Christmas Directed Drawing Workbook. Have students outline with a black marker or fine liner, then color with crayons, colored pencils, markers or watercolor paint.
Use the pages for Christmas art lessons, calm December art centers, sketchbook or art journal projects, early finishers, sub plans, homeschool holiday art, or bulletin board and hallway displays.
FAQ
What grade levels is this best for?
It is designed for Grades 1 to 4, and can be adapted for Kindergarten or Grade 5 by adjusting the pacing and complexity of the steps.
How long does each lesson take?
Each drawing takes about 30 to 45 minutes, depending on age, skill level and whether you include outlining and coloring time. You can also stretch a drawing into a multi-day project for extra detail.
What materials do I need?
Pencils, erasers and coloring tools such as markers, crayons, colored pencils or watercolor paints. A black marker or fine liner gives a bold outline.
Can these drawings be used in other subjects?
Yes. Pair them with holiday writing prompts, creative story lessons or seasonal classroom displays.
ALL TEACHER REVIEWS
★★★★★ “This is an easy to follow directed drawing resource and the students love making these the directions are easy to follow and they are successful time and time again.” Chandra N.
★★★★★ “My kids LOVED this! they got so excited learning how to draw these! Thank you!” Ally H.
★★★★★ “Students loved this as an art center during our Christmas Inquiry.” Hannah N.
★★★★★ “My kinders loved all of these drawings. Thank you!” Lisa M.
★★★★★ “Students enjoy directed drawings. These are perfect” Katarina F.
★★★★★ “My students love directed drawings!!” Betsy P.
★★★★★ “The kids absolutely loved this.” Kimberly R.
★★★★★ “Great Holiday activities!” Crafty E.
★★★★★ “My students enjoy these” Cathleen C.
★★★★★ “Kids enjoyed this activity. I Think I will add a writing activity next year! Thanks:)” Jennifer P.
★★★★★ “Great job ! My students love this !” Dreaming a.
★★★★★ “Very useful!” Marcy S.
Get free, classroom-ready art lessons and printables in my Free Art Lesson Library.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Kathleen McGiveron (Ms Artastic) is an artist and educator who has been featured on NBC LX News and was the featured educator on the cover of the October 2025 edition of OCO Magazine. She designs art lessons for kids and educational resources for teachers, and hosts the Ms Artastic YouTube Channel and Podcast.
TERMS OF USE
Images and lessons are copyright products.
YOU MAY: use this resource for classroom, homeschool or personal educational use, and print and project it for student learning.
YOU MAY NOT: share it with other teachers or post it online. Each educator must purchase their own license.
Sincerely,
Ms Artastic
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Liza C. · July 2023 · TPT review
★★★★★Used for independent drawing with 7th/8th grade. Worked well.
Beth A. · March 2023 · TPT review
★★★★★Made Christmas down time effortless, and good listening skills for the kiddos.
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Kevin N. · February 2022 · TPT review
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Kylee M. · January 2022 · TPT review
★★★★★My students loved this activity with their parents' gifts.
Meredith O. · January 2022 · TPT review
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Abby H. · January 2022 · TPT review
★★★★★This was so fun! Excellent resource! Thank you!
Jessica B. · November 2021 · TPT review
★★★★★Excellent
Kara C. · October 2021 · TPT review
★★★★★My students loved these directed drawings!
David E. · September 2021 · TPT review
★★★★★very helpful!
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Kendall J. · August 2021 · TPT review
★★★★★My kids loved this resource and I did too! Very engaging and made a huge impact of student learning! Thanks for creating such an amazing resource!
Michael K. · July 2021 · TPT review
★★★★★We had a 3 hour long Christmas party the day before break. We had fun playing Bingo, did directed drawings and played charades. Thank you for making our party fun!
Lauren H. · May 2021 · TPT review
★★★★★Great resource!
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★★★★★Great resource
vanessa M. · February 2021 · TPT review
★★★★★My students loved it.
Hannah E. · February 2021 · TPT review
★★★★★Excellent resource!
Alexandra M. · February 2021 · TPT review
★★★★★Works great!
Amanda D. · February 2021 · TPT review
★★★★★Amazing! Thank you
Danielle Price · January 2021 · TPT review
★★★★★My students BEG to do directed drawings and these were perfect over the holidays! Thank you!
Emilee N. · January 2021 · TPT review
★★★★★I was quarantined during my last week before Christmas break. This was the perfect thing to send in to my sub to have her do with my students. It was quick, easy, and engaging for both her and the kids! They absolutely loved it and had a great time. Thank you!
Sarah Kirby · December 2020 · TPT review
★★★★★My students love completing directed drawings!!
Stephanie W. · December 2020 · TPT review
★★★★★Great resource!
Courtney T. · July 2020 · TPT review
★★★★★Fun engaging activity for the week before Christmas break! My students LOVED it!!!
Tonya S. · April 2020 · TPT review
★★★★★I used this as a drawing station during the last week before winter break. My students LOVED them!
DeeDee C. · March 2020 · TPT review
★★★★★fun
Tired Teacher Tracy · February 2020 · TPT review
★★★★★My students LOVED this!
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★★★★★Great resource!!
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★★★★★Awesome!
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★★★★★Thank You! This is great!!!
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★★★★★A perfect present for 2nd graders to give their parents! Thanks!
Marcia S. · January 2020 · TPT review
★★★★★Very fun!
Sarah Collins · January 2020 · TPT review
★★★★★This was the perfect activity for parent Christmas gifts!
Lacey S. · January 2020 · TPT review
★★★★★So easy to follow make with my kinders.
Sherrill C. · January 2020 · TPT review
★★★★★My kiddos had so much fun with this!
Courtney L. · December 2019 · TPT review
★★★★★My students loved this activity! Thank you!
Hocus Focus Teaching · December 2019 · TPT review
★★★★★Love ALL your projects!
Patti Whatley · December 2019 · TPT review
★★★★★These are great! thanks for making a bundle
Lynzey B. · December 2019 · TPT review
★★★★★Great!
Michelle W. · November 2019 · TPT review
★★★★★Thank you!
Damien F. · November 2019 · TPT review
★★★★★Students loved this as an art centre during our Christmas Inquiry.
Hannah N. · June 2019 · TPT review
★★★★★My kinders loved all of these drawings. Thank you!
Lisa M. · March 2019 · TPT review
★★★★★Students enjoy directed drawings. These are perfect
Katarina F. · February 2019 · TPT review
★★★★★Thank you!
Jessica Thomas · January 2019 · TPT review
★★★★★My students love directed drawings!!
Betsy P. · January 2019 · TPT review
★★★★★The kids absolutely loved this.
Kimberly R. · January 2019 · TPT review
★★★★★Thank you!
Wanda Q. · January 2019 · TPT review
★★★★★Great Holiday activities!
Crafty Elephant · January 2019 · TPT review
★★★★★Great
Kellie H. · January 2019 · TPT review
★★★★★Kids enjoyed! Thank you!
Dolphin11103 · January 2019 · TPT review
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Wendy R. · December 2018 · TPT review
★★★★★My students enjoy these
Cathleen C. · December 2018 · TPT review
★★★★★Great job ! My students love this !
Dreaming and learning in school · December 2018 · TPT review
★★★★★Very useful!
Marcy Sellers · November 2018 · TPT review
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