Dinosaur Drawing Fun: The Best Cartoon Dinosaur Activity Books for Kids

by Kevin | Mar 19, 2025 | Dinosaurs, How to Draw Books for Kids

Dinosaur Themed Activity Books for Kids!

Dinosaurs have fascinated kids for generations, and what better way to bring them to life than through drawing? Whether your child is a budding artist or just loves prehistoric creatures, these cartoon dinosaur-themed activity books offer a fun and educational way to develop artistic skills while enjoying screen-free entertainment. From step-by-step drawing guides to tracing and grid-based drawing, we have the perfect books to help kids create their own dino-filled worlds!

1. How to Draw: Cartoon Dinosaurs

Perfect for young artists, How to Draw: Cartoon Dinosaurs breaks down the drawing process into six easy-to-follow steps, allowing kids to confidently sketch their favorite dinosaurs. Whether it’s a roaring T. rex, a playful Triceratops, or a soaring Pterodactyl, this book makes it simple to create adorable and fun cartoon dinosaurs. It’s a great way to improve hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and creativity, while also introducing kids to the basics of drawing shapes, expressions, and poses.

Why Kids Love It:

Step-by-step instructions make drawing easy and fun.
Cute, friendly cartoon dinosaur designs encourage creativity.
Builds confidence in young artists by simplifying complex drawings.

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2. Trace Then Color: Cartoon Dinosaurs

If your child loves coloring and wants a simple way to learn how to draw, Trace Then Color: Cartoon Dinosaurs is the perfect choice. This book allows kids to trace over cartoon-style dinosaurs before coloring them in, helping to develop pencil control, muscle memory, and artistic confidence. Tracing is an excellent method for young learners to practice their drawing skills while having fun filling in their creations with bright, bold colors.

Why It’s a Great Activity Book:

Helps beginners practice their drawing by tracing before coloring.
Strengthens fine motor skills and attention to detail.
Encourages creativity with plenty of space for artistic expression.

Trace Then Color: Cartoon Dinosaurs

3. Draw by Grid: Cartoon Dinosaurs

Grid drawing is a fantastic way to teach kids how to replicate images accurately, and Draw by Grid: Cartoon Dinosaurs makes learning this technique fun and engaging. This book uses a simple grid system to help kids draw adorable cartoon dinosaurs by focusing on one square at a time. This method improves spatial awareness, patience, and precision, making it an excellent educational tool for young artists.

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Why Parents & Teachers Recommend It:

Teaches kids how to break images into smaller parts for easier drawing.
Builds problem-solving skills by helping kids recognize patterns.
Provides a structured yet creative way to improve drawing abilities.

Why Dinosaur Activity Books Are a Great Choice for Kids

Engaging in artistic activities like drawing, tracing, and grid drawing provides a wide range of benefits for children. Not only do these books foster creativity and self-expression, but they also offer valuable educational and developmental advantages, including:

Screen-Free Entertainment: Keeps kids engaged without relying on digital devices.
Encourages Focus & Patience: Step-by-step drawing teaches children how to follow instructions carefully.
Boosts Confidence & Skill Development: Seeing progress with each drawing builds self-esteem.
Perfect for Home, Classrooms, & Travel: Great for art time, homeschooling, road trips, and more.

Get Your Cartoon Dinosaur Activity Books Today!

If your child loves dinosaurs and drawing, these three books provide the perfect mix of fun, creativity, and skill-building. Whether they’re following step-by-step guides, tracing adorable dinos, or using grids to create their own masterpieces, they’ll have hours of engaging artistic fun. Grab a copy of How to Draw: Cartoon Dinosaurs, Trace Then Color: Cartoon Dinosaurs, and Draw by Grid: Cartoon Dinosaurs today, and let the prehistoric creativity begin!

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Meet The Author & Artist

Kevin Coulston is an accomplished cartoonist, animator, and writer. He is the author and illustrator of over 70 (and still counting) children’s drawing books available here on FirstArtBooks.com. Kevin has also authored numerous kid-friendly comic book series, including “Dylan McVillain: A Super Villain with the Best Intentions” and “The Adventures of a 4th Grade Space Captain,” along with the Children’s Picture Book series “Alexis and the T-Rexes.”

Over a decade and a half since his initial published work, Kevin is now dedicating himself to inspiring the next generation of illustrators with his “How To Draw,” “Trace Then Color,” and “Draw by Grid” series of art books.

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What Our Customers Are Saying

“The author really does a great job demonstrating how easy (and rewarding!) it can be to draw seemingly ordinary things you (and your little ones!) may feel too intimidated to try drawing without the step-by-step guide! Putting already-known shapes together and making something new and original is a fantastic way to learn! And recognizing that you can add your own twists and personality to your drawings makes all the difference. I think it’s a fun, original approach to building confidence for a lifelong hobby. I have the ebook copy, and can only imagine how great a physical copy would be!”

– Daenarah [Amazon Review]

“There are several of these fun books by this author. My kids and I have had a lot of fun with these. It’s a great activity to do as a family and see how they all turn out. Almost like a sip and paint but more of a juice box and draw.”

– Allison B. [Amazon Review]

My kids can’t wait to start drawing these monsters in their illustrations! The many different moods of the monsters appeal to their different personalities. We love the many options, styles, and opportunities to expand upon the characters. Recommended for all ages!

– Kasey [Amazon Review]

“Kevin has put out many books on drawing and animation, and has such a great feel for HOW to explain the process. His art is so expressive and kid-friendly, but his real strength is in his ability to really explain and show how it’s done, making it accessible to kids and adults. I’m a firm believer that not everyone who “can do” can teach, but Kevin does both beautifully! Pick this up and watch kids have a blast making robots of all sorts, while learning great fundamental art skills at the same time!”

– Tom R. [Amazon Review]

“My 5yo LOVES this book! The drawings are cute and the instructions are easy to follow along with. She gets a kick out of drawing muffin monsters and ketchup monsters and it actually keeps her pretty focused for long periods of time.”

– Monica [Amazon Review]

“This is a fantastic book for kids who love art, cartoons, comic books, or just having fun! There are a lot of characters to choose from, and really easy step-by-step instructions to follow. You child will have a blast drawing these fun, silly characters! And just in time for Easter baskets!”

– Bestmomever [Amazon Review]

“This is a very good book for kids that want to learn to draw, my sons love it and Kevin does a great job of making drawing fun and not intimidating. Highly recommended for the long summer hours!”

– David D. [Amazon Review]