If you’ve ever handed a crayon to a little kid, you know they love to draw! But sometimes, they (or you) get stuck on what to doodle next. Whether you’re a mom looking to entertain your little artist, you’re working on fine motor skills, or just want to giggle together over some goofy sketches, we’ve got you covered with these silly drawing prompts. Here are some funny things to draw for kids of all ages that will have them laughing while they create!
1. Animals Doing Human Things
Animals are already cute, but what if they acted like people? Try drawing:
- A cat wearing sunglasses and sipping a smoothie.
- A dog skateboarding with a cool hat on.
- A giraffe in pajamas reading a bedtime story.
2. Wacky Food with Faces
Kids love playing with their food, here’s a great idea, why not draw it too? What’s their favorite food? Some ideas:
- A slice of pizza with big eyes and a mustache.
- A dancing banana with sneakers.
- A cupcake that looks shocked someone is about to eat it!
3. Crazy Mixed-Up Creatures
Let your child’s imagination run wild by creating creatures that don’t exist, like:
- A fish with bird wings.
- A turtle with a unicorn horn.
- A lion with octopus tentacles!
4. Goofy Self-Portraits
There’s nothing better for funny things to draw with kids than a self-portrait! Challenge your little one to draw themselves with a silly twist:
- A giant nose like a clown.
- Extra-long spaghetti arms.
- Tiny feet but enormous hands!
5. Silly Monsters
Monsters don’t have to be scary—they can be hilarious! Try:
- A fluffy, tiny monster with huge feet.
- A big, grumpy monster wearing a tutu.
- A three-eyed monster trying to eat spaghetti with a fork.
6. Funny Vehicles
What if everyday objects turned into vehicles? Draw:
- A bathtub with wheels and a driver.
- A shoe that doubles as a race car.
- A rocket ship shaped like an ice cream cone.
7. Ridiculous Robots
Robots are great because they are often made with simple shapes. Design some goofy robots with these ideas:
- A robot made entirely of kitchen utensils.
- A robot that only bakes cookies.
- A robot with super-long arms to tickle people!
8. Backward World
What if everything was backward? Try drawing:
- A fish walking a human on a leash.
- A bird flying upside-down.
- A house with the roof on the ground and the door in the sky!
9. Superhero Animals
What if animals had secret powers? Draw:
- A squirrel with a superhero cape saving the day.
- A hamster with laser eyes.
- A parrot that can turn invisible.
10. Giggle-Worthy Faces
Play around with exaggerated expressions, such as:
- A person laughing so hard their tongue curls up.
- A shocked face with eyeballs popping out.
- A sleepy face with a giant snoring bubble!
11. Magical Creatures
Create some enchanting creatures with these ideas:
- A mermaid cat lounging on a rock.
- A dragon with butterfly wings.
- A tiny elf riding a snail like a horse.
12. Talking Objects
Make everyday objects come to life by adding faces and personalities! Try drawing:
- A grumpy pencil refusing to write.
- A happy toaster shooting out rainbow-colored toast.
- A giggling coffee cup with steam shaped like a heart.
13. Outer Space Adventures
Take your drawings to the stars with:
- An alien wearing a top hat.
- A spaceship shaped like a donut.
- A moon with a big, cheesy smile.
14. Wild Hairstyles
Encourage creativity by making wacky hairdos, like:
- A person whose hair is made of spaghetti.
- A beehive hairdo that actually has bees in it!
- A kid with hair so spiky it holds up a watermelon.
15. Mix-and-Match Clothes
What if fashion was completely silly? Try drawing:
- A person wearing shoes on their hands.
- A superhero in pajamas instead of a cape.
- A penguin in a fancy tuxedo with a bowtie.
Final Thoughts
Drawing funny things is a great way to bond with your kids and let their creativity shine. You don’t need to be a professional artist—just have fun with it! Grab some crayons, pencils, or markers and start doodling together with some easy drawing ideas for funny things to draw with kids. Who knows? You might create a masterpiece that has the whole family in stitches! If you do any of these, tag us on socials so we can see!
Looking for more creative things to do with your kids? Check out Home Depot’s Kids workshops!