Draw Yourself: Kids Self-Portrait Printable Coloring Sheet

Ready for a fun art project around self-expression and creativity? Right from the pages of Highlights magazine’s Kid Takeover edition, comes a drawing and coloring printable for kids to share how they see, and feel, on the inside and outside. Our Kids Self-Portrait printable all about fun self-expression and sharing stories about who kids are through their artwork. Self-portraits are more than capturing what you see in the mirror, they’re an artistic exploration of yourself. With some paper, markers and a little imagination, kids can create a picture that's full of personality and pride.

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Why Are Self-Portraits Important in Early Childhood?

Creating a self-portrait supports kids and their early childhood developmental by:

• Enhancing observational skills by studying their own facial features like eyes, nose and mouth.
• Building self-esteem by expressing their individuality and personality.
• Developing fine motor skills through the art of drawing and coloring.

How to Make a Creative Self-Portrait for Kids

Here are some tips to make self-portraits a fun experience:

• Start with a mirror. Ask your kid to look closely at their face. What shape is their face? What color are their eyes? What kind of hair do they have? Encourage them to take their time and notice the little things that make them special.
• Use colors freely. If your kid sees themselves as a polka dot superhero or a rainbow-loving artist, let them draw their hair blue or their clothes in sparkly colors. Creativity is part of the fun!
• Add details. Encourage your kid to include any favorite items, toys, food or friends. These little details make their portrait truly theirs.
• Play music. Put on some epic jams and let kids draw to the rhythm.

Remember, there are no rules—it's all about creativity and self-discovery.

Kids Art Project Keepsake

Once the self-portrait is done, hang it on the refrigerator or frame it and put it on the wall. You might even make it a tradition! Draw a self-portrait every year and watch how your kid’s picture (and self-image) changes and grows. Let this self-portrait reflect who your child was in this moment of their life, and celebrate what they loved, how they saw themselves, and the colors of their changing imagination.

Sharpen those coloring pencils, grab a mirror, and let your kid celebrate themselves in the most colorful way possible.

Download your free Kids Self-Portrait Coloring Page Printable from Highlights magazine.