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Drawing Den app review: let kids get creative

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Introduction

Encouraging kids to be creative when it comes to drawing and painting helps them to develop key skills as well as their imagination. The Drawing Den app was specially created for younger kids so they can draw in a fun, non-stressful way that helps them tap into their creative juices.

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Drawing Den

Free

Mess-Free Creativity

As mentioned, this user interface has been specifically designed for younger kids. Kids will be able to create new drawings with the pencil or fill in drawings they have already created with the crayons and watercolors. What's great is that they can have this much fun and be this creative without you having to worry about the mess they are making of your table!

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Before kids begin you may want to check out the customization features that let you adjust things like the skill level. These customization features are easy for adults to access but not so easy for kids, which means there is nothing in their way to distract or confuse them.

Another great feature that shows the developer was thinking of the target audience is that all images are automatically saved at each and every step. There is no need to remember when you last saved or to save before you lose progress.

When kids are finished with their masterpiece you can save the drawing to your Photo Album or paste it to Facebook. For a really cool trick, why not share the whole drawing process on YouTube?

 

Key Features

While there isn't a ton of features in this app there are a good variety and selection to choose from. One of those features is the ability to disallow or allow drawing across lines and how many colors kids can work with. We touched on some of the ways to share kids' work but another option is to post it on Facebook for all your friends and family to enjoy.

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Upon opening the app you will find the free version offers a drawing of a girl, a face, and a cat. If you want additional features you'll need to purchase the upgrade which gives you access to two blank pieces of paper and 11 drawings. The upgrade is available for $2.99. I know this isn’t super pricey but it still feels a bit steep for what you’re getting.

The coloring portion of this app is simple to use and is very intuitive. There is no hesitation which makes it simple to color. There are even cute sound effects while you’re coloring.

 

Drawing Den

Free

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Kid-friendly user interface
  • Some customization features available
  • Cute sound effects that match the photos
     

Cons

  • The full version is available as an upgrade only
  • It would be nice to have more ways to share your picture
  • Very limited amount of pictures available in the free version

 

Final Thoughts

The Drawing Den app is meant to be a fun and engaging experience for kids which it definitely is. I really wish this app had more photos to choose from because as it stands I can’t see kids staying interested in the app for long.

 

Drawing Den

Free
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