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Draw the head
Draw a big round head that is a little wider than it is tall. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Chipmunk
This cartoon chipmunk is a round head, small ears, a stripe and eye patches, puffy cheeks, a striped body, an acorn and a bushy 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 chipmunk, step by step
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Add the small ears
On top of the head, draw two small round ears with a pink circle inside each one.
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3Step 3 of 7
Draw the stripe and eyes
Draw a dark stripe down the middle of the forehead. Then draw a light patch with a round eye inside on each side.
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4Step 4 of 7
Draw the cheeks, nose and teeth
Draw two big puffy cheeks and a small muzzle between them. Add a pink nose, two front teeth and a few whiskers.
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5Step 5 of 7
Draw the body and stripes
Under the head, draw a round body with a light tummy, and a dark and light stripe down each side.
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Add the paws, acorn and tail
Draw two little arms holding an acorn, two feet, and a big bushy tail curving up on the right.
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Color your chipmunk
Brown for the fur, cream for the cheeks, tummy and eye patches, dark brown for the stripes, pink for the nose and ears, and brown for the acorn.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon chipmunk
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
2
Puffy cheeks
Make the cheeks big and round. Chipmunks carry food in their cheeks.
3
Stripes
Add a dark stripe on the forehead and on each side of the body.
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Bushy tail
Draw the tail wide and curving up behind the body.
5
Go over the final lines
Trace your drawing with a darker pencil or a black pen so it stands out after coloring.
6
Make it your own
Once you finish your chipmunk, add a background, a friend or a funny hat.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon chipmunk in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon chipmunk easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
What is the difference between a chipmunk and a squirrel?
A chipmunk is smaller and has stripes on its face and back. A squirrel has no stripes and a bigger, fluffier tail.
Can I draw a nut instead of an acorn?
Yes. Try a peanut or a sunflower seed.
What colors do I need for a cartoon chipmunk?
Brown, cream, dark brown, pink and light 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.
