How To Draw Clifford The Big Red Dog Movie

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In this lesson, kids learn how to draw Clifford the Big Red Dog through a step-by-step process that encourages creativity and collaboration with a grown-up. The activity involves using simple shapes to outline Clifford’s body, head, ears, and legs, followed by tracing and coloring to bring the character to life. This fun project not only enhances artistic skills but also promotes family bonding and enjoyment.
  1. What shape did we start with to draw Clifford’s body?
  2. What colors can we use to make Clifford look bright and fun?
  3. Who can help you while you are drawing Clifford?

Drawing Clifford the Big Red Dog: A Fun Activity for Kids

Introduction

Let’s have some fun drawing Clifford the Big Red Dog! Clifford is a big, friendly dog that everyone loves. You can draw him too! Grab a grown-up and let’s start this creative project together.

Materials Needed

Before we begin, make sure you have these things ready:

  • Pencil
  • Marker
  • Paper
  • Crayons or markers for coloring

Step-by-Step Drawing Instructions

1. Draw the Heart Shape

First, draw a big heart shape. This will be Clifford’s body.

  • Make two dots: one at the top and one below it.
  • Draw a big curve from the top dot to the bottom dot on the left side.
  • Do the same on the right side to finish the heart shape.

2. Outline Clifford’s Head

Inside the left side of the heart, draw a big “U” shape for Clifford’s head.

  • Make the “U” long and tall.
  • Add a small bump for his nose and another “U” for his chin.

3. Add Clifford’s Ears

Draw two ears on top of Clifford’s head. They look like raindrops!

  • Use a “U” shape for each ear to make them floppy.
  • Erase any extra lines inside the ears.

4. Trace with Marker

Now, use your marker to trace over the pencil lines.

  • Trace the snout, mouth, and ears.
  • Add his nose, eyes, and eyebrows.

5. Draw Clifford’s Body

Next, draw Clifford’s back and legs.

  • Start from the ear and draw a zigzag line for fur.
  • Draw his back leg and connect it to his body with curves.

6. Complete the Legs and Tail

Finish drawing Clifford’s legs and tail.

  • Use “U” shapes for his front legs and add little lines for toes.
  • Draw a curved line to connect the tail to his body.

Coloring Clifford

Now it’s time to color Clifford!

  • Use a bright red crayon or marker for his body.
  • Use a darker red to add shadows and make him look real.

Conclusion

Great job! You’ve drawn Clifford the Big Red Dog. This fun activity helps you be creative and spend time with your family. Don’t forget to watch Clifford’s movie for more fun! Happy drawing!

  • What do you like most about Clifford the Big Red Dog, and why do you think he is such a popular character?
  • Can you think of a time when you did a fun drawing or art project with your family or friends? What did you create, and how did it make you feel?
  • If you could draw any animal as big and colorful as Clifford, what animal would you choose and what color would it be? Why?
  1. Explore Shapes in Nature: Take a walk outside with a grown-up and look for shapes in nature. Can you find any heart shapes like Clifford’s body? Maybe in leaves or flowers? Draw what you find and compare it to Clifford’s shape.

  2. Create Your Own Character: Use the same steps you learned to draw Clifford to create your own animal character. Start with a different shape for the body, like a circle or square. What kind of animal will you make? Give it a name and a story!

  3. Color Mixing Experiment: Use crayons or markers to mix colors and find the perfect shade of red for Clifford. What happens when you mix red with other colors like yellow or blue? Try coloring a small section of Clifford with your new colors and see how it changes his look.

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