How to Draw a Menorah: Easy 10-Step Guide for Kids

Celebrate the Festival of Lights by creating your own beautiful Menorah drawing. This project is perfect for children ages 6 and up, requiring only a pencil, eraser, and paper to build fine motor skills and holiday spirit. Follow along to master the symmetry of this classic symbol.

10 Steps

🎯 Final Result

Colorful illustration of a traditional menorah with lit candles.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Sketching the Central Support

Pencil sketch of the central vertical support of a menorah on white paper.

Draw two vertical parallel lines to create the central stem. Add short diagonal lines at the top and bottom, then connect them to create a sturdy base. Teacher's Tip: Use a ruler if you want perfectly straight lines, or keep it freehand for a more organic, artistic look.

Step 2: Adding the Inner Candle Holders

Drawing the first two inner candle holders using U-shaped lines.

Draw two 'U' shaped lines crossing the central support, with the lower set wider than the upper. Add diagonal lines at the ends and connect them to form the first pair of candle holders. Tip: Keep your 'U' shapes rounded to give the menorah a graceful, balanced appearance.

Step 3: Expanding the Arms

Adding the second set of candle holders to the menorah arms.

Add another pair of parallel 'U' lines extending outward. Connect the tops with small horizontal lines to create two more candle holders. Tip: Check that the height of these holders matches the first pair to keep your drawing symmetrical.

Step 4: Completing the Outer Arms

Adding the final outer arms to the menorah structure.

Draw the final, largest pair of 'U' lines to complete the arms. Connect the ends as before. Tip: If your lines aren't perfectly even, don't worry—art is about practice, and you can always adjust with your eraser.

Step 5: Cleaning Up Your Sketch

Erasing unnecessary guide lines from the center of the menorah.

Gently erase the overlapping guide lines inside the central support. This makes your drawing look clean and professional. Tip: Use a soft, white eraser to avoid smudging your graphite.

Step 6: Drawing the Base

Adding a three-tiered rectangular base to the bottom of the menorah.

Draw three stacked rectangles at the bottom to create the stand. Start with a small one, then add two progressively wider rectangles below it. Tip: Make sure the stand is centered so your menorah looks like it won't tip over!

Step 7: Adding the Candles

Drawing vertical rectangular candles on each holder.

Draw vertical rectangles on top of each holder to represent the candles. Tip: Keep them uniform in width so they look like a matching set.

Step 8: Filling the Holders

Completing the row of candles on the menorah.

Continue drawing candles until every holder is filled. Tip: Ensure the candles are spaced evenly so the menorah looks balanced.

Step 9: Adding Flames and Wax

Adding teardrop-shaped flames and melted wax details to the candles.

Draw a small line for the wick, then a teardrop shape for the flame. Add irregular, wavy lines at the top of the candles to represent melted wax. Tip: Vary the size of the flames slightly to make them look natural and flickering.

Step 10: Bringing It to Life with Color

A fully colored menorah drawing with golden base and bright flames.

Time to color! Use gold or bronze for the menorah base and bright yellow or orange for the flames. Tip: Use a white gel pen to add a tiny 'sparkle' to the flames for a magical effect.