🐙 Easy step-by-step drawing for kids
How to draw an octopus
Draw a round head and then wiggly arms — an octopus is all about curly lines.
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Step 1
Start with the biggest shape.
Step 2
Add the next part. The new line is shown in pink.
Step 3
Add the next part. The new line is shown in pink.
Step 4
Add the next part. The new line is shown in pink.
Step 5
Add the last line.
Step 6
Give it eyes and colour it in — you did it!
💡 Tip for grown-ups
Count the arms together as you draw them. It is a fun way to practise counting.
⭐ Fun fact
An octopus has eight arms and three hearts.