Basketball is a sport played by millions of people around the world. And this ball is the star of the game! A basketball is round – perfectly round, like a big orange ball.

It is normal orange in colour, with black lines on it. The lines are not just for decoration – they help players hold the ball better with their fingers.

The surface of the ball is a little bit bumpy, not smooth like a balloon. That bumpy texture is called pebbling, and it helps players grip the ball when they dribble or pass.

A basketball is a little bigger than a soccer ball. It is about 9.4 inches wide – that's about the size of a large melon!

Most basketballs are made of rubber on the inside and leather or synthetic leather on the outside. The rubber makes it bouncy, and the leather makes it tough and long-lasting.

Inside the ball, there is air – like a balloon! That is why it bounces so well. The ball bounces high when you throw it hard, and it goes boing, boing, boing on the court!

If you're a basketball fan, follow the step-by-step instructions below to learn how to draw a basketball. It's easy, and it only takes a few minutes to complete!

SUPPLIES NEEDED:

√ Draw a Basketball PDF (Click to download for free.)

√ Drawing Papers (You can get it easily and I would say almost any paper can be used.)

√ Pencils / Markers / Crayons / Watercolors (Remember to use a pen with a fine tip when outlining.)

FOR WHOM:

Preschoolers and kids of all ages

TIME NEEDED:

Less than 0.5 hour

INSTRUCTIONS:

How to Draw a Basketball Step by Step

Step 1 Draw a circle.

Step 2 Draw a smooth curve.

Step 3 Draw a curve from left to right.

Step 4 Draw a line that looks like a fishhook.

Step 5 Add a line on the right side.

Step 6 Finally, simply color this basketball.

Guys, have you learned how to draw a basketball yet?