Free Video Drawing Tutorial: How to Draw a Cartoon Lion | Easy-to-Follow Drawing Example for Kids | Cute Cartoon Animals

by | Apr 7, 2025 | Free Activity Pages, How to Draw Books for Kids

Free Video Drawing Tutorial: How to Draw a Cartoon Lion!

Have you ever wanted to learn how to draw a lion, but make it extra cute and cartoonish? You’re in luck! We just released a free video drawing tutorial featuring one of the characters from our newest beginner drawing book, How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals.

In this video, you’ll learn step-by-step how to draw a cartoon lion with a big round head, fluffy mane, and the friendliest face you’ve ever seen. It’s perfect for kids and beginners who love drawing animals, especially the silly and sweet kind.

You don’t need any fancy tools—just grab a pencil and some paper and press play. You can pause the video anytime to follow along at your own pace. Whether you’re a young artist, a parent looking for a creative afternoon activity, or a teacher adding art to the classroom, this lion drawing tutorial is a fun and easy way to learn cartoon drawing basics.

Once you finish your lion, you might find yourself wanting to draw more cute creatures. That’s where our book comes in!


About the Book: How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals

If you loved drawing the cartoon lion from the video, you’ll love diving into the full collection of animals waiting for you inside How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals. This book is designed for beginners, ages 5 and up, with simple step-by-step instructions that build confidence while teaching essential drawing skills.

Inside the book, you’ll find 50 cute cartoon animals to draw. From pets like cats and dogs to jungle creatures, ocean animals, birds, and more—there’s a wide variety to explore, all in the same playful cartoon style.

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Here’s what makes this book so great:


1. Beginner-Friendly Step-by-Step Instructions

Each drawing is broken down into easy-to-follow steps. Young artists build their characters line by line, starting with simple shapes and adding details gradually. This helps eliminate frustration and gives a sense of accomplishment at every stage.


2. Teaches Drawing Fundamentals Through Fun Characters

By following these guided tutorials, kids learn more than just how to draw animals. They also develop:

  • Better pencil control
  • Shape recognition
  • Understanding of proportion
  • Line confidence
  • Creative decision-making

These are essential skills that will support their growth as artists in any medium.


3. A Wide Variety of Animals

Kids love variety, and this book delivers. You’ll find all kinds of creatures, including:

  • Forest animals
  • Farm animals
  • Aquatic animals
  • Exotic animals and more

This diversity keeps drawing time exciting and helps broaden kids’ knowledge and imagination.

How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals


4. Perfect for Independent or Guided Learning

Whether your child wants to draw solo or needs a bit of support, the instructions are designed to work well both ways. It’s ideal for at-home learning, classrooms, after-school programs, or rainy-day activities.


5. Encourages Creativity and Customization

Even though each animal has step-by-step instructions, kids are encouraged to add their own flair. Maybe your lion has heart-shaped eyes or your turtle wears glasses! These playful personal touches make the experience more fun and spark creative thinking.


6. Screen-Free Entertainment That Parents Love

In a world full of screens, sometimes you just want an activity that gets your child creating with their hands. This drawing book is a great way to entertain while also teaching a valuable skill.

Learn to Draw 50 Cute Animals


7. Builds Confidence Through Small Wins

Every time a child completes a drawing, it boosts their confidence. With 50 characters to draw, this book is full of opportunities to feel proud and accomplished.


8. Makes a Wonderful Gift

Whether you’re shopping for a birthday, holiday, or just want a thoughtful surprise for a young artist, How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals is a gift that delivers joy, creativity, and hours of artistic fun.


Try the Video, Then Grab the Book

If you haven’t already, scroll up and watch the free video drawing tutorial featuring our cartoon lion. Once you’ve drawn along with the video and seen how fun and easy it is, you’ll be excited to discover even more characters in the book.

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How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals is waiting to bring smiles, laughter, and creativity to your child’s next drawing adventure!

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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!”

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