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Celebrate Mario Day šŸ„ by Drawing Mario! A Super Mario Bros. Art Activity

by | Mar 10, 2025 | How to Draw Books for Kids, Video Tutorials

Today isĀ Mario Day!Ā Celebrate the greatest video game franchise in history by learning to drawĀ Super MarioĀ himself!

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!

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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.

Take The “Shape Drawing Challenge”

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]

How to Draw A Grumpy Old Man in 6 Easy-to-Follow Steps | Free Drawing Tutorial for Kids

Free Activity Page from How to Draw: Grumpy Faces Learn How to Draw A Grumpy Old Man Step by Step Today Iā€™m sharing a free step-by-step drawing page straight from my book How to Draw: Grumpy Faces. This free activity page walks young artists through How to Draw A...
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How to Draw a Cute Mermaid — A Free Kid’s Activity Page

Learn to draw a cute mermaid in just 5 minutes with this free drawing page from the activity book for kids ‘How to Draw: Mermaids, Unicorns, and Other Cute Stuff’

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Free Video Drawing Tutorial: How To Draw A Cute Crescent Moon šŸŒ™ Step-by-Step Walkthrough for Beginner Cartoonists

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Drawing Leonardo from Ninja Turtles in my Crusty Goobers Style | How to Draw with Kevin Coulston

Drawing Leonardo from Ninja Turtles in My Crusty Goobers Style In this post, Iā€™m sharing a timelapse video where I draw Leonardo from the 1987 animated Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series in my Crusty Goobers style. This video is less about planning and more about...
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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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New Book: Cartoon People Coloring Book for Kids | Trace Then Color: Cartoon People | 50 Cartoon Characters to Draw and Color

Introducing My New Cartoon People Coloring Book Iā€™m excited to share the newest addition to my Trace Then Color series: Trace Then Color: Cartoon People Coloring Book. This book has been such a fun project to create, and itā€™s designed to inspire kids to draw, trace,...
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Video Drawing Tutorial: How to Draw A Candy Corn Monster in Less Than 6 Minutes | Kids Halloween Drawing Activity

How to Draw A Candy Corn Monster ā€“ A Fun Halloween Drawing Tutorial for Kids If your kids love Halloween and drawing cute, silly monsters, theyā€™re going to love this new tutorial! In my latest video, I show you how to draw a Candy Corn Monster, one of the fun and...
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Free Video Drawing Tutorial: How to Draw Eevee from PokĆ©mon – Gotta Draw ‘Em All! (Fan Art Series)

Watch The Video and Learn to Draw Eevee! Ready to draw something super fun? In todayā€™s free video tutorial, Iā€™ll show you how to draw Eevee, one of the most beloved PokĆ©mon! Whether youā€™re a beginner or already love drawing, this step-by-step tutorial makes it easy to...
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How to Draw a Lion in 6 Easy-to-Follow Steps | From ‘How to Draw: Cool Stuff 2’ | Free Kids Activity Page

Free Drawing Page: How to Draw a Lion Step by Step In this post, Iā€™m sharing a free step-by-step drawing page straight from my book How to Draw: Cool Stuff 2. The character featured on this free page is a friendly cartoon lion, drawn in a simple, approachable style...
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Free Activity Page: Trace Then Color a Baby Llama | Cute Baby Animals Coloring Page | Tracing Activity

Free Tracing Page: Trace and Color a Baby Llama ā€” From ā€œTrace Then Color: Baby Animalsā€ If you're looking for a gentle and creative way to help kids build drawing confidence, tracing is a great place to start. And today, Iā€™m sharing a free page from my book Trace Then...
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