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Draw the big head
Draw a big round head. Baby animals have big heads and small bodies. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Baby Elephant
This cartoon baby elephant is a big round head, big floppy ears, big eyes, a curly trunk, a small body, legs and toenails. 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 baby elephant, step by step
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Add the big floppy ears
On each side of the head, draw a big round floppy ear with pink inside. Add a little tuft of hair on top.
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Draw the trunk
From the middle of the face, draw a short trunk that curls up at the end. Add pink cheeks and a smile.
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Draw the small body
Under the head, draw a small round body with a light tummy, and a thin tail with a fluffy tip.
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Add the legs and toenails
Draw two arms and two round feet, then little toenails on each foot.
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Color your baby elephant
Light grey for the body, pink for the ears and cheeks, light blue grey for the tummy and white for the toenails.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon baby elephant
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
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Huge ears
Draw the ears big and round on both sides of the head.
3
Curly trunk
Let the trunk curl up at the end. It looks happy.
4
Toenails
Add small light toenails on the feet.
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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 baby elephant, add a background, a friend or a funny hat.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon baby elephant in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon baby elephant easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
What is a baby elephant called?
A baby elephant is called a calf.
Can baby elephants use their trunk?
Not very well at first. Baby elephants take months to learn how to use their trunk.
What colors do I need for a cartoon baby elephant?
Grey, light grey, pink and white.
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.
