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PRESCHOOL · AGE 3 · CLASS 3 MAGIC ACTIVITY

Look & Draw — Magic Shapes

Look at a picture, then draw your own — right on the page. Twenty-five pictures are waiting on four shelves: magic shapes, garden friends, opposites and fruits. Six big colors, an eraser, undo, and a Save button for your very own artwork. Grown-ups stay close; little artists lead.

The Look and Draw cover: a house, rocket, tree, robot and butterfly built from colorful shapes
Welcome, little artist!

No scores, no timers — just you and your drawing. Your drawings stay on this page until you close it, and Save keeps one forever.

CHOOSE A PICTURE

What shall we draw first?

Pick a picture from any shelf, look closely at it, then draw your own on the big white canvas. Your drawing waits for you if you switch pictures — and you can start over any time.

Magic shapes

Garden friends

Opposites

Fruits

Drawings you have already made stay saved while this page is open — switching pictures never erases them.

LOOK & DRAW · THE HOUSE

Draw the house.

Look at the picture: A square wall, a triangle roof and a rectangle door. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the house: A square wall, a triangle roof and a rectangle door.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A house is a square with a triangle on top.
  2. Draw a big square in the middle of your page.
  3. Draw a triangle sitting on top — that is the roof.
  4. Add a small rectangle at the bottom for the door.
  5. Draw a little square window, and anything else your house needs.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE TREE

Draw the tree.

Look at the picture: Circles of leaves and a rectangle trunk. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the tree: Circles of leaves and a rectangle trunk.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A tree is circles above a rectangle.
  2. Draw a tall rectangle for the trunk.
  3. Draw three big circles on top for the leaves.
  4. Add apples, birds or a swing — it is your tree.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE ROCKET

Draw the rocket.

Look at the picture: A rectangle body, a triangle nose, a round window and two fins. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the rocket: A rectangle body, a triangle nose, a round window and two fins.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A rocket flies up, up, up!
  2. Draw a tall rectangle for the body.
  3. Draw a triangle on top for the nose.
  4. Add a circle in the middle for the window.
  5. Draw two triangles at the bottom for fins, and flames below.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE ROBOT

Draw the robot.

Look at the picture: Squares, circles, rectangles and triangles — a whole shape family. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the robot: Squares, circles, rectangles and triangles — a whole shape family.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A robot is built from shapes, just like yours.
  2. Draw a square for the head. Add two circle eyes and a smile.
  3. Draw a bigger square below for the body. Add a round button.
  4. Draw two rectangles for the legs.
  5. Add triangle feet — and arms if your robot needs them.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE BUTTERFLY

Draw the butterfly.

Look at the picture: Oval wings, a circle head and a long oval body. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the butterfly: Oval wings, a circle head and a long oval body.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A butterfly has wings on both sides.
  2. Draw a long oval in the middle for the body.
  3. Draw a circle on top for the head.
  4. Draw two big ovals on each side for the wings.
  5. Add dots, lines and flowers — butterflies love flowers.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE PINK FLOWER

Draw the pink flower.

Look at the picture: Pink petals around a smiling yellow face, on a stem with two leaves. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the pink flower: Pink petals around a smiling yellow face, on a stem with two leaves.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A flower is petals around a round middle.
  2. Draw a small circle and give it a smiling face.
  3. Draw five or six petals around it, like fingers waving.
  4. Add a long stem and two leaves at the bottom.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE BLUE BUTTERFLY

Draw the blue butterfly.

Look at the picture: Four blue wings, a little body and two curled feelers. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the blue butterfly: Four blue wings, a little body and two curled feelers.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. This butterfly has spots on its wings.
  2. Draw a small oval body in the middle.
  3. Draw two big wings on top and two smaller wings below.
  4. Add two curly feelers, then spots on every wing.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE BEE

Draw the bee.

Look at the picture: A round striped body, small blue wings and a happy face. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the bee: A round striped body, small blue wings and a happy face.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A bee is a round body wearing stripes.
  2. Draw a fat oval for the body.
  3. Add stripes across the middle — one, two, three.
  4. Draw two small wings on top, a stinger at the back and a smile.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE LADYBUG

Draw the ladybug.

Look at the picture: A round red body with black spots and a line down the middle. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the ladybug: A round red body with black spots and a line down the middle.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A ladybug is a big red circle.
  2. Draw a circle, then a line straight down the middle for the wings.
  3. Add spots on each side — count them as you draw!
  4. Give it a small head, six little legs and two feelers.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE WATERING CAN

Draw the watering can.

Look at the picture: A green can with a long spout, a curved handle and drops of water. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the watering can: A green can with a long spout, a curved handle and drops of water.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A watering can gives the garden a drink.
  2. Draw a boxy body with a rounded bottom.
  3. Add a long spout on one side and a big curved handle on top.
  4. Draw drops sprinkling from the spout — and a flower drinking them.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE RED BALL

Draw the red ball.

Look at the picture: A shiny round ball with a bright highlight. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A ball is a circle — that is the whole secret.
  2. Draw a big, round circle.
  3. Add a small shiny patch near the top — that is where the light lands.
  4. Draw the ground line under it, and a shadow if you like.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE GREEN TREE

Draw the green tree.

Look at the picture: A leafy tree with a wide crown and a strong trunk. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the green tree: A leafy tree with a wide crown and a strong trunk.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. This tree stretches up tall.
  2. Draw a strong trunk from the ground up.
  3. Draw a big fluffy crown of leaves on top — fluffy clouds work well.
  4. Add apples, a bird or a swing — it is your tree.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE YELLOW PENCIL

Draw the yellow pencil.

Look at the picture: A long yellow pencil with a pink eraser and a sharp point. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the yellow pencil: A long yellow pencil with a pink eraser and a sharp point.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A pencil is a long, thin rectangle.
  2. Draw two long lines side by side, close together.
  3. Close the ends: a flat end at the back, a triangle point at the front.
  4. Add a small eraser block and two curved shine lines.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE GLASS OF WATER

Draw the glass of water.

Look at the picture: A tall clear glass with a dark outline. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A glass is two straight lines and a curve.
  2. Draw two tall lines that lean toward each other just a little.
  3. Join them at the bottom with a shallow curve.
  4. Draw a wavy water line inside, and a long shine up one side.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE SOUP BOWL

Draw the soup bowl.

Look at the picture: A blue bowl of soup with wavy steam rising. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A soup bowl is a half circle in a bigger half circle.
  2. Draw a wide, shallow arc for the bowl, with a little foot below.
  3. Draw a wavy line across the top for the soup.
  4. Add curly steam rising — that is how we know it is hot!

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE BLUE DOOR

Draw the blue door.

Look at the picture: An arched blue door with a round golden handle. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A door is a tall rectangle with a curved top.
  2. Draw a tall rectangle, then round the top corners into an arch.
  3. Add panels: a smaller rectangle inside, and one more below it.
  4. Draw a round golden handle — knock knock!

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE APPLE

Draw the apple.

Look at the picture: A shiny red apple with a green leaf and a brown stem. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the apple: A shiny red apple with a green leaf and a brown stem.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. An apple is almost a heart lying on its side.
  2. Draw a big round shape with a small dip at the top.
  3. Add a brown stem and one green leaf.
  4. Apples are glossy — add a shiny patch.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE BANANA

Draw the banana.

Look at the picture: A yellow banana curved like a smile. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the banana: A yellow banana curved like a smile.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A banana is a moon wearing a stem.
  2. Draw two long curves that meet at both ends, like a smile.
  3. Close the ends: a small stem at the top, a dark tip at the bottom.
  4. Color it yellow — maybe a brown spot or two.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE ORANGE

Draw the orange.

Look at the picture: A round orange with a dimpled peel and a little green leaf. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the orange: A round orange with a dimpled peel and a little green leaf.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. The orange is the roundest fruit.
  2. Draw a big circle.
  3. Add a tiny stem star at the top and one leaf.
  4. Dot the peel all over — little dots are the dimples.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE STRAWBERRY

Draw the strawberry.

Look at the picture: A bright red strawberry with its seeds dotted on the outside. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the strawberry: A bright red strawberry with its seeds dotted on the outside.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A strawberry is a heart with a green hat.
  2. Draw a rounded triangle — wide at the top, pointy at the bottom.
  3. Add a leafy crown at the top and a tiny stem.
  4. Dot the seeds all over and count them as you go.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE GRAPES

Draw the grapes.

Look at the picture: A bunch of round purple grapes hanging from a stem. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the grapes: A bunch of round purple grapes hanging from a stem.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. Grapes are lots of little circles in a bunch.
  2. Draw a stem at the top, then a row of circles under it.
  3. Add another row, then another — one fewer circle each row.
  4. Give each grape a shine dot, and add a leaf at the stem.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE WATERMELON

Draw the watermelon.

Look at the picture: A slice with green rind, pink flesh and black seeds. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the watermelon: A slice with green rind, pink flesh and black seeds.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A watermelon slice is a half moon.
  2. Draw a long curve, then a straight line across the top.
  3. Add the thick rind line under the curve.
  4. Dot the seeds inside — count them as you place them.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE PINEAPPLE

Draw the pineapple.

Look at the picture: A golden pineapple wearing a spiky green crown. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the pineapple: A golden pineapple wearing a spiky green crown.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A pineapple is an oval in a diamond suit.
  2. Draw a tall oval body.
  3. Cross it with diagonal lines both ways to make a diamond net.
  4. Add a spiky crown of leaves on top.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE MANGO

Draw the mango.

Look at the picture: A golden mango blushing orange with a small leaf. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the mango: A golden mango blushing orange with a small leaf.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A mango is an egg leaning back.
  2. Draw a plump oval, a little pointy at one end.
  3. Add a small stem and a leaf at the top.
  4. Blend yellow into orange — mangoes glow.

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

LOOK & DRAW · THE FRUIT BASKET

Draw the fruit basket.

Look at the picture: A woven basket with a rope handle, waiting to be filled. Now draw your own on the big white canvas. Every drawing is right — this is your artwork.

Reference picture of the fruit basket: A woven basket with a rope handle, waiting to be filled.
Look at this — then draw your own.
  1. A basket holds the harvest.
  2. Draw a wide bowl shape with a flat rim on top.
  3. Cross curved lines over it — that is the weave.
  4. Add a big arched handle, then draw your favorite fruits inside!

Pick a color, then draw with your finger, mouse or stylus.

For grown-ups: ask your artist — “Can you find the shapes in your drawing?”

OFF-SCREEN PLAY

Pictures you can draw anywhere.

The best drawing table costs nothing. Pick one of these and let your child lead — the looking and the drawing do the teaching all by themselves.

Big paper, big shapes

  • Tape a big sheet of paper to the table and draw the house together with crayons — triangle roof, square wall, rectangle door. Say each shape name out loud as you draw it.

Chalk shapes outside

  • Draw giant shapes on the pavement with chalk, then walk, hop or jump along the outline of each one. Big movements make shape words stick.

Draw what you see

  • Hunt the house for circles, squares, triangles and rectangles — a plate, a book, a slice of toast — and draw the best ones in your own shape museum.

One safety word for this game: chunky crayons and washable chalk only, and grown-ups handle any sticky tape. Keep pencils away from little mouths — artists this age still explore with them.

ACTIVITY COMPLETE

Pictures everywhere you look!

Circles, squares, triangles, ovals — petals, wings, wheels and windows — are now things your child draws on purpose: on the canvas, on paper and in the pavement. Whether you drew one picture or twenty-five, that was real looking and real drawing, and every drawing was already right.

FOR GROWN-UPS

How drawing teaches looking.

This activity deliberately has no wrong answers. The reference picture stays beside the canvas so your child can look back and forth — noticing that a roof is a triangle or a grape is a circle is the whole lesson, and it happens inside ordinary drawing. The gallery gathers the pictures from the Age 3 games your child may already have played, so the flower, the ball, the door and the eight fruits all live here now. "Show me how" reads a few short steps aloud and shows them as plain text you can follow together; nothing is ever drawn for your child and nothing is graded.

The tools are honest: six colors, three brush sizes, a real eraser, undo for oops-moments, clear for fresh starts, and Save — which downloads your child’s own canvas only, never the reference picture. Drawings for each picture stay while the page stays open, so switching to the rocket and back will not erase the house. Nothing is uploaded anywhere, and closing the tab lets the gallery go — that is what Save is for.

Works with finger, mouse or stylus on phones, tablets and desktops. The Calm Mode toggle in the footer (or your device’s reduced-motion setting) stills every animation while drawing, tools and steps keep working.

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