The Magic of Drawing Together
When was the last time you sat down and drew something with your child? Family drawing time creates moments of laughter, conversation, and surprise. You don't need to be artistic — all you need is a willingness to have fun together.
Fun Drawing Games to Try
Word Chain Drawing
A visual twist on the classic word chain game.
- The first person draws something (for example, a cat)
- The next person draws something that starts with the last letter (a tiger)
- No talking — only drawing! Others have to guess what it is
The misunderstandings and unexpected interpretations make this game hilarious for all ages.
Character Relay
Build a character together, one piece at a time.
- Person 1 draws the head
- Person 2 adds the body
- Person 3 creates the background
- Everyone names the character together
The collaborative result is always wonderfully unpredictable. Transform the finished character into a figmee figurine to preserve your family's joint creation as a 3D keepsake.
"What Do You See?" Game
Draw random lines, shapes, or squiggles on paper. Then ask everyone, "What does this look like to you?" You'll be amazed at how differently each family member interprets the same shape.
Making Time When Time Is Short
You don't need hours. Ten minutes is plenty.
Easy time slots:
- After bath time
- At the dinner table after clearing plates
- Weekend mornings after breakfast
- As a calming activity before bed
Even once a week is meaningful. A regular "drawing date" becomes something the whole family looks forward to.
Activities by Age Group
Ages 1-3
Grab large paper and chunky crayons. Draw dots, swirls, and lines together. At this age, the joy is in the physical act of making marks.
Ages 4-6
Choose themes like "Let's draw the ocean" or "What would your dream house look like?" Themed drawing sparks imagination and keeps everyone engaged.
Ages 7+
Try drawing portraits of each other, creating comic strips together, or illustrating a story you make up on the spot. Older children enjoy the collaborative storytelling aspect.
Ground Rules for Happy Drawing Time
A few simple guidelines keep things fun for everyone.
- No criticizing: "Weird" and "bad" are off the table
- No comparing: Avoid measuring siblings or friends against each other
- No pressure: If someone doesn't want to draw today, that's fine
- No requirements: Unfinished drawings are perfectly okay
Start Tonight
Family drawing time requires nothing more than paper and something to draw with. It's one of the simplest, most rewarding activities a family can share. And when you create something special together, figmee can turn that collaborative artwork into a figurine the whole family helped create.