This adorable art lesson brings one of Australia’s most iconic (and often misunderstood!) animals into your classroom — complete with a festive Santa hat and plenty of student-friendly charm.
Whether you’re teaching in Australia or just want to add global flair to your holiday lessons, this directed drawing is a perfect mix of creativity, writing, and seasonal fun.
👉 Grab it here on TPT:
Tasmanian Devil Santa Directed Drawing & Writing Pack
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Tasmanian-Devil-Santa-Directed-Drawing-Writing-Pack-Kindergarten-1st-Grade-14944487
Why a Tasmanian Devil for Christmas?
Tasmanian devils might not be as widely celebrated as koalas or kangaroos, but they’re incredible creatures with so much character! Known for loving cooler weather, they fit surprisingly well into Christmas themes — especially if you picture them snuggled up in their dens like Santa in his workshop.This drawing was inspired by that charm, along with my long-time support for Aussie Ark, an organisation caring for Tasmanian devils on the Australian mainland. They work tirelessly to protect these animals from the facial tumour disease impacting wild populations. While the serious work they do doesn’t take centre stage in this drawing pack, it’s part of why I love featuring Tassie devils in kid-friendly, joyful ways.
What’s Included in the Tasmanian Devil Santa Directed Drawing Pack?
This resource is designed for Kindergarten and Year 1, but it works beautifully with any early primary artists.Students get to follow simple visual steps to create their own Tasmanian Devil Santa, then use their pictures as inspiration for writing. It’s a great way to build confidence in both drawing and literacy.
Perfect for December Lessons
Teachers love using directed drawings during the lead-up to Christmas because they:- Provide structured, calm art time
- Build fine motor and observation skills
- Pair beautifully with writing tasks
- Create display-worthy classroom art
- nd when you add a uniquely Australian character? It makes your holiday bulletin boards even more memorable!
Now Part of Directed Drawing Fun Bundle 2!
The Tasmanian Devil Santa has now been added to Directed Drawing Fun Bundle 2, making it even easier to stock up on creative art lessons.
👉 Find the full bundle here:
Directed Drawing Fun Bundle 2 – Creative Art + Writing Projects
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Directed-Drawing-Fun-Bundle-2-Bundle-of-Creative-Art-Writing-Project-13072169
This bundle is packed with classroom-ready directed drawings that work year-round — perfect for early finishers, art lessons, literacy rotations, and classroom calm-down time.