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Imagination Draw Along: a low stimulation drawing show for kids

Dewey Lovett 65 Episodes Aug 19, 2026

Imagination Draw Along is a calm, low-stimulation drawing podcast for kids. Host Aunt Dewey, a former kindergarten teacher, guides young artists through simple drawing prompts with stories and history. The show encourages children to use their imagination and make their own creative choices, building confidence through art. Episodes are short, around 10-15 minutes, and release twice a week.

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Let's draw 2 ballerinas--one leaping and one twirling Aug 19, 2026 746 Today I want to draw 2 ballerinas. We'll draw them both in classic tutus--you choose the color. We'll draw one ballerina twirling fast, and one leaping long. We'll make sure they're wearing their pointe shoes. Here are 3 ideas your imagination can wonder about based on our drawing today: Ballerinas sometimes wear tutus and pointy shoes - why do they dress in certain outfits?When you jump and leap

Let's draw a firetruck with all the lights and gadgets Aug 12, 2026 820 Today I want to draw a firetruck. We'll draw a big one with a place for the drivers, a place for gauges, and the big long back for the hose, the extra compartments, and the ladder. Of course we'll add flashing lights on top. We'll also talk about how emergency signals like sirens and alarms can be loud--but they're there to help us. Here are 3 ideas your imagination can wonder about based on our d

Let's draw a giant ice cream sundae Aug 4, 2026 728 Today I want to draw a big giant crazy ice cream sundae. We'll start with a fancy dish, then add classic toppings like a banana. chocolate syrup, whipped cream, and of course, your artist choice of any toppings you can think of. Drawing sprinkles reminded me of the famous pointillism artwork of Georges Seurat, so I talked a bit about his work and his artist choice to use dots. I'll show you a pict

Let's draw two crabby crabs crab-walking on the beach Jul 30, 2026 793 Today I want to draw 2 crabby crabs crab-walking on the beach. We'll draw some ocean waves, and 2 crabs with very grumpy faces. This will be filled with a few crab facts, as well tips on how to rescue ourselves from crabby feelings. We'll talk a little bit about taking a deep breath when we feel crabby. And we'll talk about where crabs take deep breaths--under water AND on land!Here are 3 ideas yo

Let's draw 3 different kinds of sharks swimming Jul 28, 2026 753 Today I want to draw sharks! We'll draw a Great White Shark with many sharp teeth, a Basking Shark with a giant open mouth, and a Hammer Head Shark down at the bottom of the ocean where he likes to hunt his prey. There are a lot of shark facts in this one! Most sharks are greyish blue, but an artist can make them any color they want--because there's no wrong way to do art. Here are 3 ideas your im

Let's draw a rockstar rocking out with their guitar Jul 23, 2026 820 Today I want to draw a rock star rocking out with their guitar. They'll have rock star hair, of course--it's your artist choice to decide what that looks like. We'll spend some time getting the details of the guitar just right, and then we will design our own crazy rock star outfits. Here are 3 ideas your imagination can wonder about based on our drawing today: If you’re drawing along with me, you

Let's draw a sandcastle with things we found at the beach Jul 21, 2026 786 Today I want to draw a sandcastle and decorate it with pieces of nature that we found at the beach. We'll draw a sand castle with three main parts, one made from a bucket, one made from a cup, and one made from hands only. We'll add sticks, shells, seaweed, and a straw to decorate.Here are 3 ideas your imagination can wonder about based on our drawing today: When you’re low on building supplies or

Let's draw ants carrying snacks away from a picnic Jul 16, 2026 741 Today I want to draw ants carrying snacks away from a picnic. We'll draw 3 ants marching in a line across a picnic blanket. Each ant will have a different food on their back: a watermelon slice, a cookie, and your artist's choice. This episode shows how practicing might help you feel more confident in your drawings, since we draw 3 ants the same way, with a head, a thorax, an abdomen and 6 legs. H

Let's draw a town that you get to make up and name Jul 14, 2026 820 Today I want to draw a town that you get to make up and you get to name. This was an artist submitted idea-- thank you, Henry! We'll draw a town with a house for you and your family, a park to play in, a library for toys, and one more fun building of your artist's choice. Here are three ideas your imagination can wonder about based on our drawing today:What makes a town a wonderful place to live?T

Let's draw a lemonade stand (and remember to stay cool during this heatwave!) Jul 9, 2026 676 Today I want to draw a lemonade stand. We'll draw a big table with a banner. Our table will have a pitcher and a bowl of lemons and some extra bonus fruits. Today's episode is inspired by the ongoing heat that many of us are facing across the globe. Remember to take breaks from the sun and sip lots of water!Here are 3 ideas your imagination can wonder about based on our drawing today: If you could

Let's draw a collage of good luck charms from across the world Jul 7, 2026 768 Today I want to draw a collage of classic good luck charms from across the world. I'll show you how to draw them and I'll tell you who feels good luck from them. We'll draw a horse shoe, a four leaf clover, a hamsa, and a waving, beckoning cat. These are all good luck symbols from Europe, the Americas, Japan, and countries across the Middle East. Here are 3 ideas your imagination can wonder about

Let's draw fireworks over a picnic blanket Jul 2, 2026 717 Today I want to draw fireworks over a picnic blanket to celebrate the Fourth of July. We'll draw a picnic blanket and I'll show you how to draw people from behind as they sit down and look up at the sky. We'll also draw some classic American snacks. And of course, we'll draw a sky full of colorful fireworks. We also talk about how even though fireworks are beautiful and fun, sometimes fireworks ca

Let's draw a cowboy riding a horse Jun 30, 2026 820 Today I want to draw a cowboy riding a horse. This was an artist submitted idea! Thank you so much, Emi :) We’ll draw a horse of course, and a cowboy wearing a cowboy hat and cowboy boots. We'll also give our cowboy a lasso so he can wrangle his cattle. In this episode we'll try a technique of noticing which parts of the picture to draw first so that your cowboy looks like he's on top of his horse

Let's draw a yellow submarine floating by an octopus's garden Jun 25, 2026 870 Today I want to draw a Let's draw a yellow submarine floating by an octopus's garden. This is a Beatles inspired episode, indeed. We'll draw a yellow submarine in the ocean with windows. a periscope, and a captain. On the bottom of our under water song scene, we'll draw an octopus tending her garden. We'll talk about how The Beatles are artists used their imaginations to come up with songs. Here

Let's draw a monster truck jumping from a ramp Jun 23, 2026 820 Today I want to draw a monster truck rally with a giant monster truck jumping from a ramp and flying through the air. The truck will fly over some squished cars. The driver will wear a big helmet. And artists will design and decorate the truck in any way you want. It's your artist's choice. Here are 3 ideas your imagination can wonder about based on our drawing today: Do you think it would be fun

Let's draw a camping trip Jun 18, 2026 796 Today I want to draw a camping trip. Today's picture will have a tent, a camp fire with logs around it, some s'mores and hot dog roasting sticks. We'll also have a water bucket for fire safety, a flashlight, and a book. We'll talk about how there's no electricity or iPads in the woods, just good company or family, friends, and nature. Here are 3 ideas your imagination can wonder about based on our

Let's draw a giraffe munching on leaves from a tree Jun 16, 2026 694 Today I want to draw giraffes munching on leaves in a tree. Today's episode is extra special because it's the first time an artist has sent in an idea! Special thank you to artist Addy who came up with this idea. Today's picture will have big trees with lots of leaves, a tall giraffe with spots, and a few fun giraffe facts. Does your resident artist have an idea? Send it over to https://www.imagin

Let's draw a basketball player jumping to make a basket Jun 11, 2026 768 Today I want to draw a basketball player jumping up toward the net to make a basket. He or she will be very strong and you get to decide what their uniform colors are. I am feeling inspired by the Men's NBA Finals. I wonder if you are an artist as well as a basketball player or fan. Here are 3 ideas your imagination can wonder about based on our drawing today.Why do basketball players work hard to

Let's draw a flag that represents YOU Jun 9, 2026 717 Today I want to draw a flag that represents you, and all of your favorite things. We will draw a collage of our favorite things, including favorite color, food, weather, animal, game, and book. Our paper will become a flag, and each of our flags represent ourselves. This episode will include many artist choices because I bet we don't have the same favorite things. It's cool that we're all so diffe

Let's draw friendly aliens landing their spaceship Jun 4, 2026 738 Today I want to draw a cool spaceship landing on earth, with two friendly aliens. Since I've never personally seen a spaceship or an alien, we will be using extra imagination to add details to a giant spaceship--in today's case flying saucer style. Then we will create 2 very wacky looking creatures who are visiting earth. We will also draw signs that these aliens have visited before!🧠 Here are 3 i

Let's draw a wedding scene Jun 2, 2026 741 Today I want to draw a wedding scene, inspired by the wedding I am going to this weekend. We'll draw a bride and a groom, and some flowers to decorate. Your artist choice will be draw clothes to make the bride and groom feel fancy on their special day. In my culture, brides usually wear white and grooms wear a suit and tie or bow tie. If you prefer to dress your happy couple in lehengas and sherwa

Let's draw a baseball player at bat May 28, 2026 717 Today I want to draw a baseball player standing at home plate, holding his bat, ready to swing. You're in charge of designing his uniform and decorating his bat with your artist choices. We'll also draw the baseball coming his way! And the dugout, where he'll sit when it's not his turn to bat. Here are ideas your can wonder about based on our drawing today:Why do baseball players wear uniforms? H

Let's draw a monarch butterfly's metamorphosis May 26, 2026 717 Today I want to draw a monarch butterfly's metamorphosis. We'll fold our paper into four sections. In each section, we'll draw a part of the metamorphosis. This picture will have an egg laid on a milkweed plant, a caterpillar, a chrysalis, and finally a monarch butterfly. I'll let you know which colors appear in nature, but if you don't want to use those colors, that's your artist's choice. Imagin

Let's draw monkeys swinging in the trees May 21, 2026 772 Today I want to draw monkeys swinging in the tree branches. We'll draw two big, strong trees with lots of branches so the monkeys have a place to play. We'll draw three silly monkeys, swinging and leaping! It will be your artist choice to decide what you should draw below the trees on the ground. Here are 3 ideas you can wonder about based on our drawing today: Why do monkeys like to play in trees

Let's draw a magician pulling a rabbit from his hat May 14, 2026 740 Today I want to draw a magician pulling a rabbit from his hat. A magician does a lot of interesting magic tricks. We'll draw a magician on stage, his top hat with a rabbit coming out, a magic wand, a magic box, and a magic scarf of many colors. What types of magic will you draw in your box?Until we draw together again next time, here are some ideas your imagination can wonder about based on our dr

Let's draw a Venus flytrap May 12, 2026 717 Today I want to draw a Venus flytrap. These are carnivorous plants, which means they are plants that eat bugs. I'll walk you through drawing a few Venus flytraps and tell you a little bit about them. We'll draw some flies buzzing around, and it's up to you if the Venus flytrap catches one. Here are 3 things your imagination can wonder about based on our drawing:Venus flytraps and flies have differ

Let's draw a desert scene May 7, 2026 829 Today I want to draw a desert scene. This scene will show the flat, sandy desert with two cacti. a butte with sedimentary layers, a rattle snake from deserts of the western hemisphere, and a camel from the eastern hemisphere. We talk about how some artists like drawing with accuracy and some like drawing abstract and both are cool!Here are 3 things your imagination can wonder about based on our dr

Let's draw a chicken crossing road May 5, 2026 691 Today I want to draw a chicken crossing the road. This drawing is based on one of my favorite jokes, which I can't wait to tell you!We'll draw a chicken, a road, a chicken coop, and a basket of eggs that the farmer collected. Here are 3 things your imagination can wonder about based on your drawing:Can you think of other reasons for the chicken to cross the road?How can you help the chicken cross

Let's draw a fancy princess Apr 30, 2026 795 Today I want to draw a fancy princess. She'll have a fancy dress that we get to imagine and design, and of course fancy hair and jewelry. She has gems on her crown that were passed down to her from the queens before her. But what else was passed down? She'll be holding one object in each hand, both representing what type of ruler she is. Here are 3 things your imagination can wonder about based on

Let's draw a chef in the kitchen Apr 28, 2026 922 Today I want to draw a chef, cooking in his kitchen. We'll draw his classic hat and apron. We will make a big pot for soup and lots of veggies and other ingredients. You get to come up with a secret ingredient for the recipe. Here are 3 things your imagination can wonder about related to our drawing today:Do you think the soup your chef made will taste good?Why are chef’s hats tall?Can you imagine

Let's draw a before and after picture of cleaned up pollution [Happy Earth Day!] Apr 23, 2026 973 Today, in honor of Earth Day and Earth Month, I want to draw a before and after picture of cleaned up pollution. We'll fold the paper in half to divide the picture. On one side of the paper, we'll draw a polluted scene, with a sad tree and a sludgy pond. Then, we'll imagine the scene cleaned up. On the other side of the paper, we'll draw a tree and a pond thriving in a clean environment. Until we

Let's draw a racoon sneaking through the garbage [Happy Earth Day!] Apr 21, 2026 1025 Today, in honor of Earth Day and Earth Month, I want to draw a racoon digging through the trash bin to eat some discarded food. We'll draw a trash bin, a cute and mischievous raccoon, and lots of garbage. We'll wonder about where so much garbage comes from and if we can do anything to create less trash--even if it makes the racoon a little sad. Why do raccoons and trash pandas like to eat from hum

Let's draw a tree house Apr 16, 2026 717 Today I want to draw a tree house. The tree house can be a place call our own and feel safe. We'll start with a big strong tree trunk and branches. Then a tree house with a door and window. And we'll add a few different creative ways to get up and down. There will be lots of artistic choices to be made, like the shape of the window, and what kind of swing the tree house should have.Here are a few

Let's draw a scientist Apr 10, 2026 820 Today I want to draw a scientist, or better yet a scientist version of you! We'll think about how we'd feel if were making something. We'll add classic crazy hair and safety goggles. Of course, we'll have a table full of different beakers. The artist's imagination will decide what the scientist is concocting. Oh, and we'll draw a special tiny helper for the scientist. Here are 3 things your imagin

Let's draw a helpful robot! Apr 8, 2026 731 Today I want to draw a helpful robot. Some parts of him light up, some stretch. He really wants to help! But what's the best way for a robot to be helpful? And how can we keep the robot dry so he doesn't get sparky?Here are 3 things your imagination can wonder about:Why can’t robots get wet?If you had a robot, what would you want it to help you with?How can you make sure you’re using technology sa

Let's draw a pirate ship Apr 6, 2026 942 Today I want to draw a pirate ship! We'll draw the ship, the sails, the mast, and a pirate. Maybe the pirate is you! Of course, we'll draw a treasure chest and you get to decide that's inside. Here are 3 things your imagination can wonder about:If you had a pirate ship, where would sail it? What would you want to keep in your treasure chest?Why do pirates like parrots so much?

Let's draw a dinosaur scene Apr 3, 2026 873 Today I want to draw dinosaurs. We'll draw a huge brontosaurus with a very long neck and tail, a scary tyrannosaurus rex with sharp teeth, and pterodactyl flying through the air. We'll draw a pond between the carnivore and herbivore so nobody gets eaten for lunch! And I'll add one more sill layer of protection to keep our brontosaurus safe.

Let's draw a circus Apr 1, 2026 881 Today I want to draw a circus. Maybe the ring master is you! We'll draw an elephant, a lion, and an acrobat flying from one trapeze bar to another. It's up to the artist to add a circus act that I may have forgotten. Here are 3 things you're imagination can wonder about, if you'd like to revisit. If you went to a circus, what would you hope to see?How do those trapeze swingers stay safe up there?I

Let's draw a lamb by a stream Mar 30, 2026 755 March goes in like a lion and comes out like a lamb. It's the perfect day to draw a couple of little lambs playing in a field next to a stream. We'll make sure the field is full of glass and flowers so the lambs can eat. These lambs are a bit mischievous, so we'll have to draw some ways to keep track of them.

Let's draw an aquarium (this one has a made up fish) Mar 27, 2026 870 Today I want to draw an aquarium. We'll draw two types of fish, two clean up critters--a shrimp and a snail, and most importantly a critter that YOU get to make up. Here are 3 things we'll wonder about if you'd like to revisit the topics: Why do you think underwater critters so colorful?Fish like to hide sometimes and people like to hide sometimes. Why?If you wanted to make up something to draw, w

Let's draw a brave visit to the dentist (this one has a silly face) Mar 25, 2026 1019 Today I want to draw a visit to the dentist. We'll draw ourselves in the dentist chair, and the dentist too. We will draw many of the tools the dentist uses and I'll tell you a little bit about what they do. Some people love the dentist, but I am someone who gets nervous there. So! I'll also share my tips on how to stay brave and overcome dentist anxiety. Oh, did I mention that you have to look a

Let's draw a hot air balloon Mar 23, 2026 703 Today we'll draw a hot air balloon in the sky. Hot air balloons traditionally have a lot of colors or wild patterns. Who will be in the basket? You! And someone to help you navigate. We'll also draw someone on the ground waving up at you.

Let's draw a spring garden Mar 20, 2026 847 Today I want to draw a spring garden-- it's finally spring, after all! Today's drawing will start with 2 flowers and then you can add more of course. We'll plant some tomatoes on a vine. And we'll draw a butterfly, a buzzing bee, and a worm. Happy spring!

Let's draw a friendly fairy Mar 18, 2026 756 Today I want to draw two floating magical fairies with magic wands and flowery dresses. They will have very cool wings like butterflies and dragonflies. Have you ever summoned a fairy? Let's bring them to your paper!

Let's draw a Saint Patrick's Day scene Mar 16, 2026 897 Let's draw a scene celebrating Saint Patrick's Day! I'll tell you about the legends of Saint Patrick's Day, and even debunk some old legends. We'll draw a rainbow, a pot of gold, Saint Patrick himself, a sheep, and some shamrocks. Which parts of the picture do you think are from Saint Patrick? Which aren't, but are still from Ireland?

Let's draw a wacky pizza on Pi day Mar 13, 2026 753 Today we are celebrating circles on Pi Day (3.14) by drawing a wacky, silly pizza. Maybe we'll have some normal toppings like cheese and pepperoni, but our imaginations are going to add the silliest toppings we can think of!

Let's draw pigs in the mud Mar 11, 2026 713 Today we'll draw two big happy pigs, rolling in the mud on a farm. It's silly to draw pigs playing in mud so we'll practice keeping our attitudes light and learn that it's okay to laugh at ourselves as we learn.

Let's draw Dr. Jane Goodall and a chimpanzee Mar 9, 2026 966 Today we'll draw Dr. Jane Goodall and a couple of the chimpanzees she studied. This week we celebrate National Woman's Day, so we'll celebrate a beloved woman scientist and her primates she studied so closely.

Let's draw a castle Mar 6, 2026 876 Today we'll draw a castle, made of brick with a draw bridge and a moat to protect the king and queen. What's the story your imagination wants to tell about the castle?

Let's draw Mars rovers Mar 4, 2026 826 Let's draw the planet Mars and the rovers Curiosity and Perseverance. We'll add the terrain of Mars, including a volcano and a cater. We'll spend a lot of time using our imaginations on robots--Mars rovers!

Let's draw a lion Mar 2, 2026 835 They say March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb. Let's draw a papa lion, a mama lion, and a lion cub on a rainy day, taking shelter in their den. What's the lion cub up to? That's your artist choice!

Let's draw a fire-fighter Feb 27, 2026 946 Today we'll draw a fire-fighter standing in his or her protective gear, next to a fire hydrant and spraying water. We'll talk about how fire-fighters are here to help, and imagine how you can be prepared in an emergency.

Let's draw arctic animals Feb 25, 2026 778 Today I want to draw arctic animals on the ice and in the water. We'll draw beluga whales in the sea, ice seals on ice, and a mama polar bear with her cub. Did you know it's National Polar Bear Awareness Day? Learn more from Bears International.Thank you for listening. Please subscribe to the podcast, rate and review, or support the show in any way you can. Thank you for drawing with me!

Let's draw a Paralympian! Feb 23, 2026 689 The Olympics just ended and the Paralympics are about to begin. Let's draw a Paralympian on her snowboard doing a cool trick. We'll also represent our country with a flag and a gold medal. This episode celebrates our differences and the amazing things that can happen when we practice and remain dedicated to our craft.

Let's draw a flying car Feb 20, 2026 844 Today I want to draw a flying car! Since flying cars aren't real, we get to use extra imagination. While we draw, I'll tell you about the invention of the first airplane and the invention of the first car. When our flying car is in the sky, we'll draw someone we love waving up at us.

Let's draw a fire horse for Lunar New Year Feb 18, 2026 796 Today I want to draw a fire horse for Lunar New Year. This will drawing will show lots Chinese traditions celebrating Lunar New Year. We'll draw our horse next to a cozy fire, red banners for good luck, and fire works to ward off bad luck. There are so many traditions within this tradition that there was no way to cover them all! How do you celebrate Lunar New Year?

Let's draw a timeline of technology used by US presidents Feb 16, 2026 1281 Today I want to draw pictures of the technology that US presidents have used to communicate. We'll draw a timeline with a newspaper, a radio, a television, a computer, and a smart phone. I'll share which presidents favored each piece of technology throughout history. When we draw the TV, we'll draw YOU on TV as president!

Let's draw someone who cares about you for Valentine's Day Feb 13, 2026 777 Today we'll draw a picture of you with someone who cares about you. We'll add details that show how you know when someone cares about you, like their smile and the activities you do together. Happy Valentine's Day!

Let's draw a rocket to celebrate Dr. Mae C Jemison Feb 11, 2026 771 Today I want to draw a rocket in outer space. I'll tell you about Dr. Mae C. Jemison, the first Black woman in space! Today's picture will have a rocket, planets, and a lot of artistic choices.

Let's draw the Great Barrier Reef Feb 9, 2026 768 Let's draw the Great Barrier Reef! Today we'll visit the coast of Australia and draw some of the many creatures of the Pacific. I'll guide you through drawing a few types of coral, a turtle, a whale, and more. Today's picture will be very colorful!

Let's draw a map based on Harriet Tubman's Underground Railroad Feb 6, 2026 876 Today we use our imaginations to draw a symbolic map of Harriet Tubman's Underground Railroad. We draw a north star, a road, and some symbols of institutions that may have served as safe places to hide as she guided others to freedom in the North.

Let's draw 5 things we can see out our window Feb 4, 2026 685 Today artists draw 5 things they can see out their windows (or follow along with me if you don't have a window). In my case, I see a tree, a bird, my neighbor's house and more! Sometimes if you're feeling stressed or anxious, it helps to notice 5 things you can see. Try it with me today!

Let's draw a groundhog on Groundhog's Day Feb 2, 2026 677 Today we're drawing a groundhog and learning about the legend of Groundhog's Day. Did you know groundhogs like to dig burrows with lots of doors? We'll draw a groundhog, their tunnels, and the artist gets to decide if the groundhog sees his shadow.

Let's draw a snow family Feb 2, 2026 768 Today we draw a family of four snow people. Artists get to decide how big or small the snow people are, what types of objects they'll use for arms and smiles, and what kinds of objects they'll hold. I'll also share some stories of snowman history. Did you know they've been around for 1000s of years?

Let's draw a self portrait Feb 2, 2026 613 Today we'll draw a self portrait. It's not just a picture of how you look, it's also a picture of how you feel, and all of the things that make you feel like yourself. We'll use our imagination to reflect on what makes each of us special.

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