How to Draw an Apple: Easy Step-by-Step for Kids

An apple is the perfect very first drawing: one big round shape, a short stem, a little leaf, and a shiny spot. If your child can draw a roundish blob, they can draw this apple, and the finished picture looks bright and juicy.

Follow the five steps below on paper, or tap "Draw it live" and DrawAlong will guide each line on screen, checking every stroke as you go.

How to draw an apple, step by step

1. 1Draw the big round apple

   Start with the biggest shape: one big round apple with a little dip at the top and two soft bumps at the bottom.

2. 2Draw the little stem on top

   Draw a short thick stem growing up out of the dip at the top.

3. 3Draw a leaf next to the stem

   Add a little leaf on the stem, like two curvy lines that meet at a point.

4. 4Draw a line down the middle of the leaf

   Draw one line down the middle of the leaf. That is the vein.

5. 5Add a small shine on the apple

   Add a small curved shine near the top left of the apple to make it look shiny and juicy.

Frequently asked questions

Is an apple a good drawing for young kids?

Yes, it is the easiest drawing on DrawAlong. It is really just one big round shape plus three tiny extras, so even four year olds can finish it quickly and feel proud of a picture that truly looks like an apple.

What if the lines come out wobbly?

Wobbly is welcome. The app checks each stroke gently and accepts anything close, and honestly a slightly lumpy apple looks even more like a real apple.

What do we need to get started?

Nothing special. DrawAlong runs free in the browser on a tablet, phone, or computer, so a finger or stylus is all it takes. On paper, a pencil and a red crayon will do the job.

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