How to Draw a Cockroach
Creatives will have a wonderful time learning how to draw a cockroach in 6 easy steps.
There are 6 easy steps to follow, children will enjoy drawing their own cockroach on paper. Also included is a downloadable version of this cockroach drawing tutorial.
Ideal for art teachers and homeschoolers looking to instruct kids how to draw their own cockroach.
Enjoy learning how to draw a cockroach. Go beyond the lesson…don’t forget to add some personal details. It is officially time to get creative!
Materials
- Pencil
- Drawing Paper
- Crayons or Colored Pencils
- Black Marker (optional)
- How to Draw a Cockroach Printable PDF (see bottom of lesson)
This lesson will instruct you how to draw a cockroach. We will pay attention to the shapes of each section and variety of contours drawn ensuring that the drawing looks correct.
Time Needed: 20 minutes
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Draw The Wings
Begin by drawing an oval in the middle of the paper. Make the top part a bit flat and add a curved line in the middle.
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Add The Head
Then draw a curved line above the wings, similar to a small hill.
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Draw The Antennae
Next, draw lines above the head and that would be the antennae.
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Details On The Left Legs
Draw the left part of the cockroach’s legs and tail first.
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Details On The Right Legs
Then, add the right part of the legs and tails.
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Color Your Drawing
Complete your drawing by coloring our cockroach with shades of brown.
How to Draw a Cockroach PDF Download
Click the link below to view or download this drawing lesson. The PDF is a printable drawing lesson for How to Draw a Cockroach. The last page of the downloadable PDF includes a coloring book page with just the outlines and an extension exercise for prompting kids to get creative!
Cockroach Facts for Kids
The cockroach is a well-known pest that is a symbol of filth. However, it isn’t just a nuisance to humans. They have been around for about 300 million years and have evolved to survive in the harshest conditions.
Cockroaches are insects that have a head, thorax, and abdomen. They are most commonly found in dark areas of the home such as kitchens, bathrooms, and basements.
Cockroaches are known to be one of the most resilient animals in the world.
A cockroach is an insect that can survive for up to one week without its head. This is because they breathe through holes in their body.
They can survive for up to one week without its head, because they breathe through holes in their body.
Cockroaches are capable of holding their breath for up to 40 minutes, allowing them to survive under water.