This Directed Drawing is a Slice of Cake! Or Maybe a Piece of Cake!

Want to do something fun and creative with your students during some downtime coming up soon? Whether it’s a holiday, a rainy day, or you just want to change things up with a bit of art, this activity is for you!

This simple and easy-to-follow “How to Draw a Cake” directed drawing worksheet provides step-by-step visual instructions so your students can create delectable drawings of cake slices in no time. After they’re finished, inspire them to write an informational text about baking or even a fun narrative about a cake that goes on a series of daring adventures to escape being eaten.

More Ways to Use Your Slice of Cake Drawing

The beautiful thing about directed drawing is that you can use the artwork produced in many ways. You don’t have to stay within the traditional ‘draw a picture and put it on the board’ box. Try some of these ideas instead!

• Create a Birthday Card: Turn the cake drawing into a fun birthday card for students to share with a family member or friend.
• Write a Persuasive Letter: Have students write a letter to their parents convincing them to let them eat cake for breakfast.

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Make your copies, grab some paper and start drawing!

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