It’s the most delicious time of the year! 🎄 Whether you're a teacher looking for an engaging classroom activity or a parent searching for festive fun at home, this plum pudding drawing activity is the perfect mix of creativity and learning. Plus, it doubles as fine motor practice to help little learners get ready for writing.
Ready to get started? Grab some crayons, markers, or pencils and follow the steps in my Instagram Reel to draw your very own plum pudding masterpiece!
Step-by-Step Guide to Drawing a Plum Pudding
The steps are simple enough for even the youngest artists:- Arc over like a rainbow for the pudding top.
- Sideways capital 'C' for the dish.
- Wavy line to create the custard topping.
- Line under to complete the dish.
- Add 3 circle berries.
- Draw 2 straight lines for the stems.
- Finish with zigzag holly leaves to make it festive!
Tip: Add extra details like faces, fruit, or patterns in the background to personalize your pudding!
See It in Action
Check out the completed projects and additional ideas in the photos below. Let your students or kids experiment with decorations—think colorful sprinkles, unique holly leaves, or even a pudding party scene!For more step-by-step guidance, watch the Instagram Reel here.
It’s More Than Just a Drawing
This activity isn’t just about creating something cute—it’s packed with educational benefits:- Fine Motor Practice: Drawing arcs, zigzags, and lines strengthens the muscles needed for handwriting.
- Pre-Writing Skills: Shapes like rainbows and zigzags build foundational movements for letters.
- Creative Expression: Kids can experiment with their own unique pudding designs, encouraging confidence and imagination.
Share the Joy
I’d love to see how your students or kids’ puddings turn out! Share your creations on social media and tag me to spread some festive cheer.For even more festive activities, join my newsletter and get free resources like a coloring page to pair with this activity.
Looking for even more ways to enjoy this festive theme? Here are some ideas from my TpT store to keep the holiday creativity going:
2D Shape Pudding Math Craft
Combine art and math with this hands-on scissor skills activity! Students arrange simple shapes to create their own pudding masterpiece while practicing counting and shape recognition. Perfect for classroom stations or at-home crafting.👉 Explore it here.
Tracing and Coloring Pages
For little ones who love to color, these tracing and coloring activities are a great way to practice fine motor skills. Choose from simple or detailed puddings to suit all skill levels.👉 Find them here.
Editable Festive Door Display
Make your classroom extra welcoming this holiday season with a cute Christmas pudding-themed bulletin board or door display. Add students' names to little puddings for a personal touch!👉 Check it out here.