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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 Monkey
This cartoon baby monkey is a big round head, round ears, a heart shaped face, big eyes, a small body, arms, feet and a curly tail. 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 monkey, step by step
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Add the round ears
On each side of the head, draw a round ear with a light circle inside. Add a little curl of hair on top.
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3Step 3 of 7
Draw the big eyes
Draw a light face shaped like a heart, then two big round eyes with a white shine.
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Draw the muzzle
Draw a light oval muzzle with two nostrils and a big happy smile. Add pink cheeks.
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Draw the small body
Under the head, draw a small body with a light tummy, and a long tail that curls at the end.
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Add the arms, feet and banana
Draw two arms and two feet, and a yellow banana in one hand.
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Color your baby monkey
Brown for the fur, light peach for the face, muzzle and tummy, yellow for the banana and pink for the cheeks.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon baby monkey
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
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Heart face
Draw a light face shape like a heart around the eyes and mouth.
3
Curly tail
Let the tail curl up into a spiral at the end.
4
Big smile
A wide smile makes the monkey look playful.
5
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 monkey, add a background, a friend or a funny hat.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon baby monkey in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon baby monkey easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
What is a baby monkey called?
A baby monkey is called an infant.
How do baby monkeys travel?
Baby monkeys hold on to their mom and ride on her tummy or back.
What colors do I need for a cartoon baby monkey?
Brown, tan, pink and dark brown.
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.
