Let’s Learn How to Draw a Reindeer!

Looking for a fun and creative activity to do with your pupils this Christmas? Why not try a directed drawing lesson featuring everyone’s favourite flying friend…the Reindeer!

This worksheet provides step-by-step visual instructions that are simple and easy to follow, making it possible for your pupils to create adorable reindeer drawings in no time. Once finished, encourage your pupils to write an informational text about these graceful Arctic friends or a fun narrative about a reindeer’s quest to save Christmas!

Pair These Easy Reindeer Drawings with Fun Writing Prompts!

The beautiful thing about these easy reindeer drawings is that they pair perfectly with informative, persuasive and narrative writing prompts! Have your pupils draw their reindeer, then try one of these fun Christmas writing prompts!

• Write a story about a young reindeer’s first journey with Santa Claus on Christmas Eve.
• Create a narrative from the perspective of one of Santa’s reindeer. What do they experience on Christmas Eve night?
• Write a story about a reindeer’s quest to find the perfect Christmas gift for Santa.
• Explain the physical characteristics and adaptations of reindeer that enable them to thrive in cold Arctic environments.
• Persuade your audience to believe in the magical abilities of Santa’s reindeer and explain why they are essential for a successful Christmas Eve journey.

Download and Print Your Reindeer Drawing Worksheet!

Your new resources are primed and ready to use! Click the download button to download your new reindeer drawing PDF file.

Make your copies and start drawing! Or as an alternative, project the directions onto the screen, grab some paper and walk your pupils through each step.