How to Draw Curious George: Easy 9-Step Guide for Kids

Bring everyone's favorite mischievous monkey to life with this simple drawing tutorial, perfect for children ages 5 and up. You only need a pencil, an eraser, and a piece of paper to get started. Follow these steps to build confidence in your sketching skills while creating a fun, recognizable character.

10 Steps

🎯 Final Result

A colorful, finished illustration of Curious George smiling, used as the featured guide image.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Sketching the Expressive Eyes

Close-up of Curious George's eyes showing circular pupils and small nose details.

Draw two circles for the eyes, placing a smaller dot inside each for the pupils. Shade the pupils, leaving a tiny white spot for a 'sparkle' effect. Tip: Keep these close together to give George his signature curious look.

Step 2: Defining the Mouth and Jaw

Drawing the lower jaw and wide smiling mouth of Curious George.

Outline the lower face with a long, gentle curve. Add two lines to create a wide, happy smile. Tip: Use a light touch here; a soft curve makes George look friendly and approachable.

Step 3: Shaping the Head

Outlining the top of Curious George's head with a soft M-shaped curve.

Draw an 'M' shaped curve across the top of the face to define his forehead. Extend a curved line upward from the cheek to complete the side of the head. Tip: Think of this as the top of a rounded cap.

Step 4: Adding Ears and Fur Texture

Adding rounded ears and jagged fur details to the top of the head.

Sketch the ears on the sides of the head. Connect the top of the head using short, jagged strokes to create a tuft of fur. Tip: The jagged lines add a 'fuzzy' texture that makes the drawing look more realistic.

Step 5: Sketching the First Arm

Drawing the first arm with a bent elbow and textured fur at the wrist.

Draw a curved line down from the ear to form the arm. Use jagged lines at the wrist to show where the fur meets the hand. Tip: Keep the elbow bent to give George a playful, active pose.

Step 6: Drawing the Hands and Second Arm

Drawing the hand and the second arm extending from the chin.

Use overlapping curved lines to draw the hand. Then, extend a line from the chin to form the second arm, adding more jagged lines for texture. Tip: Overlapping lines help create depth, making the hand look like it's reaching out.

Step 7: Defining the Belly

Adding the second hand and the rounded shape of the belly.

Draw the second hand using the same overlapping technique. Then, draw a long, smooth curve to form George's round belly. Tip: A nice, round belly makes him look extra cute and friendly!

Step 8: Adding the Rear Leg

Sketching the rear leg with textured fur details at the foot.

Use curved lines to sketch the back leg. Add jagged lines near the foot to maintain the furry look. Tip: Think of the leg as a gentle 'C' shape to keep it looking natural.

Step 9: Finalizing the Feet

Completing the drawing by adding the final leg and rounded toes.

Draw the remaining leg and finish both feet using 'U' shaped lines for the toes. Tip: Make the toes small and rounded to match the cartoon style.

Step 10: Bringing George to Life with Color

The finished, colored drawing of Curious George with brown fur and peach skin tones.

Now for the fun part! Color George's fur a warm brown, and use a soft peach or light tan for his face, ears, hands, and feet. Tip: Use light pressure with your colored pencils to create a smooth, even look.