Playful Unicorn in the Surf

A smiling unicorn bounds through the surf with its long mane and tail flowing behind it. Curled waves fill the background, a sun sits low on the horizon, and four birds fly overhead. Water droplets surround the unicorn’s hooves, while two shells and a starfish rest beside the winding shoreline.

This medium-detail drawing gives kids ages 6–10 a mix of roomy spaces and narrower sections in the hair, horn, and shells. Try alternating colors through the mane and tail, then use shades of blue for the waves. Colored pencils work well for the smaller details, while crayons can fill the broad areas of sky and sand.