Learn Paint for Kids
A beginner-friendly lesson to help children learn drawing, shapes, and coloring using Microsoft Paint.
On this page, we will learn how to use Microsoft Paint to draw, color, and be creative on a computer.
This lesson uses real screenshots and animated images to help kids understand how Microsoft Paint works in real situations, not just icons or symbols.
What Is Paint?
Microsoft Paint is a simple program for drawing, coloring, and editing images. It is perfect for kids who are learning computers while being creative.
Microsoft Paint main screen â drawing and coloring area
The image above shows the real Microsoft Paint interface so kids can recognize the tools when using Paint on their own computer.
Basic Tools in Paint
How to Draw in Paint
- Choose a brush or pencil to start drawing
- Select a color from the color palette
- Use shapes to make circles or squares
- Add text if you want to write something on the picture
- Save your work by pressing Ctrl + S
Making Shapes and Coloring in Paint
This activity helps children practice mouse control, recognize colors, and understand basic shapes.
In Microsoft Paint, kids can easily create shapes and add colors. This helps improve creativity and basic computer skills.
Creating shapes and adding colors in Microsoft Paint
Additional visual materials will be explained directly during the class session.
Learning Paint helps children develop basic computer skills, creativity, and confidence when using digital tools. This lesson is suitable for beginners, early computer learners, parents, and teachers who guide children in basic computer skills.
All examples shown on this page use the real Microsoft Paint application available on Windows computers.