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Celebrate Mario Day šŸ„ by Drawing Mallow from Super Mario RPG

by | Mar 9, 2025 | How to Draw Books for Kids, Video Tutorials

This coming Monday (March 10th) isĀ Mario Day!Ā Celebrate the greatest video game franchise in history by learning to drawĀ MallowĀ fromĀ Super Mario RPG!

If you enjoyed this video drawing tutorial, make sure to check out my art books for kids atĀ FirstArtBooks.com

Unlock Creativity with Fun and Engaging Drawing Books for All Ages!

Are you looking for a fun, screen-free activity that sparks creativity, builds artistic confidence, and keeps kids entertained for hours? Whether your child dreams of drawing adorable unicorns, silly monsters, or fierce dinosaurs, my collection ofĀ How to Draw, Draw by Grid, and Trace Then ColorĀ books is designed to inspire budding artists of all skill levels!

From easy step-by-step tutorials to imaginative tracing activities and structured grid drawing challenges, thereā€™s a book for every young creator. Letā€™s take a closer look at what makes these books perfect for kids (and even creative adults!) who love to draw.

How to Draw Books ā€“ Step into the World of Art

MyĀ How to DrawĀ series makes it easy to learn to draw anything fromĀ cute animals and fantasy creatures to silly faces and spooky Halloween characters. Each book features a simple, step-by-step approach that helps kids break down complex images into easy shapes.

šŸ“ŒĀ Great for beginnersĀ ā€“ No prior drawing experience is needed!
šŸ“ŒĀ Perfect for young artistsĀ ā€“ Fun themes likeĀ Cartoon Robots, Alphabet Monsters, and Crusty GoobersĀ keep kids engaged.
šŸ“ŒĀ Boosts confidenceĀ ā€“ Kids see their skills improve with every drawing!

If your child loves doodling and wants to create their own characters, these books are a fantastic way to help them grow as an artist.

See “How to Draw” Books

Draw by Grid ā€“ A Fun and Simple Drawing Challenge

Does your child love puzzles and structure in their art? TheĀ Draw by GridĀ series turns drawing into a fun, easy-to-follow activity by using a grid system to help kids recreate amazing illustrations.

šŸŽØĀ Improves focus and spatial awarenessĀ ā€“ Breaking images into grids helps kids train their artistic eye.
šŸŽØĀ Wide variety of themesĀ ā€“ FromĀ Silly AliensĀ toĀ Cool Stuff: Monsters, Aliens, Robots, and More!
šŸŽØĀ Great for all agesĀ ā€“ Whether your child is just starting out or already loves to sketch, this series makes drawing easier and more accessible.

The grid method helps young artists develop their skills while having fun, making these books a perfect mix of structure and creativity.

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Trace Then Color ā€“ Perfect for Younger Artists

For little artists who are just beginning their drawing journey, myĀ Trace Then ColorĀ books are a fantastic way to build confidence while having fun. Kids can trace adorable characters, color them in, and even add their own creative touches!

šŸ–ļøĀ Ideal for younger children (ages 3+)Ā ā€“ Easy tracing pages introduce basic drawing concepts.
šŸ–ļøĀ Encourages creativityĀ ā€“ Fun themes likeĀ Unicorn Animals, Mutant Animals, and Cartoon Food MonstersĀ keep kids engaged.
šŸ–ļøĀ Great for motor skillsĀ ā€“ Tracing helps develop hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.

These books are not just about following linesā€”they encourage kids to experiment, customize their drawings, and make each character their own!

See “Trace Then Color” Books

Why These Books Are Perfect for Kids (and Fun-Loving Adults!)

āœ…Ā Screen-free entertainmentĀ ā€“ Keep kids engaged without digital distractions.
āœ…Ā Encourages imaginationĀ ā€“ FromĀ fairies and princesses to weird creatures and goofy faces, each book inspires creativity.
āœ…Ā Great for all skill levelsĀ ā€“ Whether theyā€™re just starting or already love drawing, these books grow with them.
āœ…Ā Perfect gift ideaĀ ā€“ Great for birthdays, holidays, or just because!

No matter what your child loves to draw, thereā€™s a book for them. Whether they want to sketchĀ robot dinosaurs, traceĀ grumpy faces, or drawĀ silly aliens, these books provide endless fun and artistic growth.

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Ready to get started?Ā Explore the full collection and give your young artist the tools to create their own imaginative worldā€”one drawing at a time!

Upcoming Events:

Verde Valley Comic Expo
Shape Drawing Challenge
With Kevin Coulston
March, 29th 2025 11:00am
+ Exhibit Hall All Day
Cottonwood Recreation Center
150 S. 6th St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326

Phoenix Fan Fusion
Shape Drawing Challenge
With Kevin Coulston
June, 7th 2025 12:00pm
+ Exhibit Hall All Weekend
Phoenix Convention Center
Phoenix, AZ

Meet The Author & Artist

Kevin Coulston is a children’s book author, illustrator, cartoonist, and member of the National Cartoonists Society. Over the course of his career, he has published more than 100 books, including instructional drawing books, activity books, comics, graphic novels, and children’s picture books.

His popular How to Draw, Trace Then Color, and Draw by Grid series have helped thousands of aspiring young artists learn to draw through simple, approachable lessons featuring hundreds of Kevin’s original cartoon characters.

Kevin is also the creator of the comic series Dylan McVillain and The Adventures of a 4th Grade Space Captain, as well as the children’s picture book series Alexis and the T-Rexes. In addition to his publishing work, Kevin created, wrote, illustrated, and animated the web series Bad Jokes with Ugly Folks, starring legendary voice actors Rob Paulsen and Tara Strong.

Kevin believes anyone can learn to drawā€”and that learning is a lot more fun when the characters you’re drawing are weird, silly, and just a little ridiculous.

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 itā€™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. Itā€™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 canā€™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]

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Watch the video below to learn how to draw a lobster! Learn to draw over 50 fun fish and sea creaturesĀ with simple, step-by-step instructions. Perfect for kids aged 5+ to spark creativity and build drawing skills! How to Draw: Fish, Sea Creatures, and MoreĀ is a...
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Trace Then Color This Witchy Girl — A Free Halloween Kid’s Activity Page

Trace and color this cartoon witch girl with this free coloring page from the spooky activity book for kids ‘Trace Then Color: Cartoon Halloween Characters’

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Free Activity Page: Trace Then Color a Unicorn Jellyfish | A Cute Coloring Page

Free Unicorn Jellyfish Tracing and Coloring Page! As a special treat, weā€™re offering a free tracing and coloring page straight from Trace Then Color: Unicorn Animals! This delightful activity page features a magical Unicorn Jellyfish, ready to be traced and colored....
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Free Activity Page: Cute Turtle Coloring Page to Trace and Color In this post, Iā€™m sharing a free activity page straight from my book Trace Then Color: Fairies, Princesses, and Other Cute Stuff. The character featured on this page is a cute turtle with a bow on top of...
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How to Draw: Petey from Dog Man (Video Tutorial)

Dog Man comes to theaters this weekend! Letā€™s revisit this tutorial in my ā€œHow to Drawā€ fan art series onĀ YouTube. Learn how to draw Petey from Dog Man! If you enjoyed this video tutorial,Ā check out these fun activity booksĀ that walk you through drawing 50 different...
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Verde Valley Comic Expo 2026 | Join Me for a Shape Drawing Challenge Live Demo in Cottonwood Arizona

Join Me at the Verde Valley Comic Expo 2026 for the Shape Drawing Challenge Iā€™m excited to announce that Iā€™ll be appearing at the Verde Valley Comic Expo 2026, and Iā€™d love to see you there. This fun, family-friendly comic expo takes place on Saturday, March 28th,...
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Celebrate Valentine’s Day With A Cute Drawing Activity

Sure, flowers and chocolate are cool, but have you tried the gift of art? Draw something cute thisĀ Valentineā€™s DayĀ with these adorable activity books! If you or your giftee is looking for something a little more advanced than coloring and tracing, check out this cute...
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Video Drawing Tutorial: Shape Drawing Challenge #5 | Draw by Shape | Shape Drawing Book for Kids

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NEW BOOK āœļø Draw by Grid: Unicorn Animals

Step into a world of magic and creativity withĀ Draw by Grid: Unicorn Animals! This delightful drawing book invites young artists to create 50 adorable animals with a unicorn twist. From cats and dogs to elephants, turtles, and even penguins, every animal is reimagined...
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