My Newest Book: Draw by Grid—Baby Animals
I’m excited to share something new with you today: my latest book, Draw by Grid: Baby Animals, is officially out! This one is soft, sweet, and seriously adorable. If your child loves baby animals (and really, who doesn’t?), this is a great addition to your drawing collection. It’s packed with 50 unique characters—each drawn one square at a time using my tried-and-true grid method.
Whether your young artist is just starting out or already filling sketchbooks, this book makes learning to draw baby animals simple and fun. With easy step-by-step instructions built right into the grid, kids can create drawings they’re proud of, one box at a time.
About the Book
Draw by Grid: Baby Animals is part of my Draw by Grid series—books designed to help kids grow their drawing confidence while having fun. This one features 50 different baby animal characters, all hand-drawn by me, and all designed to be irresistibly cute. We’re talking everything from a baby penguin and baby elephant to a little piglet, a fuzzy panda, and a floppy-eared bunny. Each animal has big eyes, simple shapes, and playful personality—perfect for artists ages 4 and up.
The grid method allows kids to slow down and focus on what they’re drawing. It breaks down complex images into manageable pieces, helping artists see proportion, placement, and shape more clearly. Even kids who get frustrated with drawing will find this method relaxing and rewarding.
And yes, every single animal in the book is a baby. That means extra cuteness, tiny paws, chubby cheeks, and expressions that make you want to say “awww” every time you flip the page.
Why I Chose Baby Animals
When I started sketching ideas for this book, I knew I wanted to create something that felt warm, joyful, and gentle. Baby animals were the obvious choice. Kids are naturally drawn to them—whether it’s a sleepy kitten, a clumsy puppy, or a curious baby fox, there’s just something about little animals that sparks the imagination.
What I love most about having kids draw baby animals is how quickly it pulls them in. These characters aren’t just fun to draw—they’re fun to think about, talk about, and even name. I’ve watched young artists come up with full backstories for these little guys while working through a page. That kind of creative play is exactly what these books are all about.
How the Draw by Grid Method Works
If you’re new to the Draw by Grid series, here’s how it works:
Each page features a completed drawing on one side and an empty grid on the other. Kids copy the drawing square by square, using the grid to guide their lines and shapes. It’s a process that encourages focus and observation, and it’s a great tool for teaching proportion and spacing.
The grid layout simplifies the drawing process, especially for beginners. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by a full picture, kids only need to think about one small section at a time. That makes it easier to get things “right”—and even more rewarding when they see the finished result.
When I say you can learn to draw baby animals, I mean it. Even if your child has never picked up a pencil to draw something beyond a stick figure, this book will help them feel like a real artist.
What’s Inside
Here’s a peek at some of the baby animals included in the book:
- Baby Bunny
- Baby Dolphin
- Baby Elephant
- Baby Tiger Cub
- Baby Rhino
- Baby Flamingo
- Baby Cow
- Baby Panda
- Baby Bear
- Baby Giraffe
- Baby Piglet
- Baby Turtle
- Baby Snake
- Baby Hippo
…and plenty more!
Each character has been carefully designed to keep the drawing process accessible while still offering a satisfying, expressive result. The goal is always the same: help your child feel successful and excited to keep drawing.
Why Kids Love to Draw Baby Animals
There’s something comforting about baby animals. They’re small, cute, and full of personality. That makes them perfect subjects for beginner artists. Kids love adding little details like whiskers, chubby cheeks, or floppy ears, and they feel a real sense of ownership when they finish a full drawing.
More importantly, these characters become more than just practice—they turn into favorites. When kids draw baby animals, they’re not just learning how to sketch a figure—they’re creating a character they might give a name to, color in, and even write a story about later.
And let’s face it, kids enjoy seeing their work come to life. Drawing baby animals is one of those activities that feels like play but teaches important creative skills at the same time.
A Great Addition to Any Drawing Routine
If you already have a few books from my Draw by Grid series, Baby Animals fits right in. And if this is your first one, it’s a great place to start. The characters are simple and appealing, the steps are clear, and the grid format builds confidence as your child works through each page.
Whether you use it as a daily art break, part of your homeschool curriculum, or just a weekend activity, this book is designed to keep kids engaged while helping them develop their artistic abilities. Learning to draw baby animals is a skill that’s easy to pick up—and one they’ll enjoy returning to again and again.
Final Thoughts
Draw by Grid: Baby Animals is more than just a drawing book—it’s a creative experience built around joy, focus, and adorable baby creatures. If your child lights up at the sight of animals, loves to draw, or just wants to build their art skills in a fun and approachable way, this book is made for them.
You can use the grid pages straight from the book, color in your finished drawings, and even add your own backgrounds or details once you’re done. Every page is a little invitation to get creative.
So grab a pencil, find a quiet spot, and start drawing. I promise, once your kids draw their first baby animal, they won’t want to stop.
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.”
