Australian Kangaroo Dot Painting

Celebrate Australia Day with this creative Australian Kangaroo Dot Painting activity for kids. This art project is inspired by traditional dot painting styles and gives children a fun way to explore Australian animals and classroom activities through art. It is a wonderful choice for homeschooling, art time, or animal crafts for kids.

Children can use the printable template or create their own kangaroo design. With a few simple supplies, they can make colorful dot art while learning about one of Australia’s most famous animals.

Supplies

• Tan construction paper
• Kangaroo printable template
• Pencil with a flat eraser
• Brown paint
• Assorted paint colors
• Paintbrush
• Paper plate

Instructions

1. Print the kangaroo template below or draw your own kangaroo shape on tan construction paper.
2. Use brown paint and a paintbrush to fill in the kangaroo silhouette. Let the paint dry slightly before adding the dot details.
3. Pour small amounts of different paint colors onto a paper plate to use as a palette.
4. Dip the flat eraser end of the pencil lightly into the paint, then press it onto the kangaroo to make small dots.
5. Repeat with different colors and patterns until your kangaroo design is bright and colorful.
6. Look at examples of Australian Aboriginal inspired dot art patterns for ideas and encourage kids to create their own unique designs.
7. Let the finished painting dry completely before displaying it.

Fun Facts

• Kangaroos are one of the most recognizable animals in Australia.
• A kangaroo can leap very far in a single jump and uses its strong tail for balance.
• The kangaroo is an important national symbol of Australia.

Patterns, Templates and Printables

Click on the pattern below to open it in a new window and print it at the correct size.