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Practical tips and playful ideas to help your child develop a love of drawing — one animal at a time.

Screen-free summer activities
Activity Ideas ☀️ Summer Special
30 July 2026  ·  5 min read

Screen-Free Summer Holiday Activities for Kids (That Actually Work)

Free, budget-free ways to fill summer holiday days with kids aged 4–9 — plus download our free printable 6-animal drawing pack (UK & African animals)!

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Hedgehog drawing
How-to Guide ✨ New Guide
3 min read

How to Draw a Hedgehog for Kids in 6 Simple Steps

Learn how to draw a hedgehog for kids in 6 easy steps! A fun, screen-free drawing tutorial perfect for children aged 4–9 using the Chunky Badger method.

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Fox drawing
Drawing Tips
5 min read

How to Draw a Fox in 6 Easy Steps

Foxes are one of the most popular British animals to draw — bushy tails, pointy ears, and those cheeky expressions! In this guide we walk through our 6 Simple Steps method so even a 4-year-old can draw a brilliant fox.

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Rabbit drawing
Activity Ideas
4 min read

10 Screen-Free Activities for Rainy Days

When it's drizzling outside and the telly is calling, here are 10 genuinely engaging offline activities — including drawing, nature journals, and creative challenges — to keep kids happily busy.

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Pile of kids learn to draw books
How-to Guide
6 min read

The Best Drawing Books for Kids in 2026

A parent's guide to choosing the right drawing book for your child's age and ability. We cover what to look for, which age groups each style suits, and why the step-by-step method works so well.

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Hedgehog drawing
Nature & Animals
3 min read

10 British Animals to Spot in Your Garden

From hedgehogs rustling in the flower beds to robins perched on spades, Britain's gardens are full of wildlife. Here's how to spot them — and then draw them — with the whole family.

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Robin drawing
Drawing Tips
21 July 2026  ·  5 min read

How Drawing Builds Confidence in Kids

There's a magical moment when a child finishes a drawing and realises "I did that!" Here's the science behind why drawing boosts self-esteem, fine motor skills, and focus — and how to nurture it.

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Squirrel drawing
Activity Ideas
21 July 2026  ·  4 min read

How to Set Up a Drawing Corner at Home

A dedicated drawing space — however small — makes a huge difference to how often children draw. Simple tips for setting up a creative corner that kids will actually use every day.

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