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Draw the body
Draw a long body shaped like a stretched oval. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Grasshopper
This cartoon grasshopper is a long body, a round head, a big eye, long antennae, a wing, a big back leg, small front legs and grass. Watch each step being drawn in pencil, then copy it on your own paper. It works for kids from about age 5 and for adult beginners too.
7 easy steps 15 minutes Easy level Ages 5 and up
Copy the dark lines in each step. The grey lines are the parts you already drew.
How to draw a cartoon grasshopper, step by step
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Draw the face
Draw a big round eye with a white shine, a smile and a pink cheek.
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4Step 4 of 7
Add the antennae
From the top of the head, draw two long thin antennae that curve back.
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Draw the wing and big back leg
Draw a long wing on the back. Then draw a big back leg with the knee pointing up high and the foot reaching down.
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Draw the front legs and grass
Draw two small bent front legs, then some grass under the grasshopper.
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Color your grasshopper
Green for the body and head, light green for the leg, dark green for the wing, and green for the grass.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon grasshopper
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
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Big back leg
Draw the back leg with the knee pointing up high. This is what makes it look like a grasshopper.
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Long antennae
Curve the antennae back over the body.
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Two greens
Use a lighter green for the leg so it stands out.
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Go over the final lines
Trace your drawing with a darker pencil or a black pen so it stands out after coloring.
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Make it your own
Once you finish your grasshopper, add a background, a friend or a funny hat.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon grasshopper in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon grasshopper easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
How far can a grasshopper jump?
A grasshopper can jump about 20 times the length of its body.
What is the difference between a grasshopper and a cricket?
A grasshopper has short antennae and is active in the day. A cricket has very long antennae and sings at night.
What colors do I need for a cartoon grasshopper?
Green, light green and dark green.
Can I print the steps?
Yes. Right click or long press any step picture to save it, then print it and keep it next to you while you draw.
