Draw a Gingerbread Man

A smiling gingerbread man with a bow tie, two round buttons and wavy icing on his hands and feet.

The Gingerbread Man lesson builds the picture with 17 guided strokes. Follow the highlighted line, then move to the next part. You can pause and practice the smaller details at your own pace.

Try warm brown cookie, a red bow tie and bright candy buttons. After drawing, use the coloring tools to make the picture your own.

How many steps are in the Gingerbread Man drawing?

This lesson has 17 guided strokes, with separate steps for the main shapes and details.

Can we follow along on paper?

Yes. Use a pencil or crayon and follow the steps at your own pace. You can also trace the guides in the browser.

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