Free Video Tutorial from How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Monsters – How to Draw A Baby Monster
Today I’m excited to share a free drawing video featuring one of my favorite characters from How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Monsters—a tiny, round, adorable baby monster with a big grin and wobbly legs. If your kids have ever wanted to know how to draw a baby monster, this is a great place to start. The character in the video comes straight from the pages of the book, and I walk you through the full drawing from start to finish.
Like all the tutorials I share, this one is meant to be fun, simple, and accessible to young artists. Whether your child is a seasoned doodler or just beginning to explore drawing, this baby monster is a perfect mix of silly and sweet, with big shapes and easy steps.
So grab some paper and a pencil, hit play on the video below, and follow along with me as I show you how to draw a baby monster—just like the ones in the book!
About the Book: How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Monsters
How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Monsters is one of the most playful titles in my How to Draw series. It features 50 original cartoon monsters that are more goofy than scary—some have two heads, others wear pajamas, and a few even have candy stuck in their fur. The baby monster featured in the video is just one of many lovable creatures waiting inside the book.
Every character in the book is drawn using six simple steps. Kids follow along one step at a time to build each monster from basic shapes—starting with circles and rectangles and gradually layering in details. It’s a confidence-building approach that helps kids learn how to draw a baby monster and so much more.
The monsters are fun to draw, but they’re also designed to spark imagination. Once your kid has drawn a few, they’ll start inventing their own characters, stories, and personalities to go along with them. That’s the real goal—getting kids excited to create their own world of cute monsters.
What Makes This Book Great for Kids?
This book—and the entire How to Draw series—is built to help kids enjoy the process of drawing. Each page is self-contained, so they can jump in anywhere and start drawing right away. Here are a few reasons why kids (and parents!) love it:
- Simple, 6-Step Instructions
Each monster is broken down into six clear, easy-to-follow steps. No guesswork, no confusion. - Silly, Playful Designs
These aren’t spooky or creepy monsters. They’re colorful, cartoony, and full of personality. Perfect for younger kids. - Room to Practice
Every character has its own space to draw right on the page. Kids can trace, sketch, and experiment as they go. - Creativity Boost
Once they’ve drawn a few monsters from the book, many kids start inventing their own. It’s a great springboard for creativity.
If you’ve ever watched your child stare at a blank page and not know where to start, this book gives them that first spark. It shows them how to draw a baby monster—and then encourages them to make it their own.
Draw Along with the Video
The baby monster in today’s video is one of the most popular characters in the book. It’s got a round body, a wide smile, three teeth, and little arms that barely reach its belly. I picked this one for the tutorial because it’s a great intro to the drawing style used throughout the series.
As we go step-by-step, I’ll show your young artist how to use simple shapes and build them into a finished drawing. If they’ve never drawn a monster before, this is a great starting point. If they’ve already been through the book, it’s a fun way to practice alongside me.
Explore the Whole How to Draw Series
If your child enjoys this book, there’s a lot more where it came from. How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Monsters is just one part of my growing collection of Art Books for Kids, and each book is packed with fun, accessible drawing lessons built around a central theme. Some of the others include:
- How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals – 50 animals like turtles, alligators, and giraffes.
- How to Draw: Cartoon Robots – full of wacky bots, techy pets, and robot sidekicks.
- How to Draw: Mermaids, Unicorns, and Other Cute Stuff – a magical mix of fantasy and fun.
Every book follows the same format: 50 characters, 6 easy steps per drawing, and plenty of room to get creative. And just like with monsters, each book helps your child build skills while having fun. They’re not just learning how to draw a baby monster, they’re learning how to think like an artist.
All of these titles are available now at FirstArtBooks.com and on Amazon, and they make great gifts, classroom resources, or weekend art activities.
Start Drawing Today
If your child has ever asked how to draw a baby monster, now’s their chance to find out. Watch the video together, pause as needed, and let them enjoy every step of bringing this little monster to life. Then check out the full book for more adorable creatures they can draw all on their own.
I’ve had so much fun creating this series, and I love hearing from families and teachers who use these books in their classrooms and at home. Drawing is one of the best ways for kids to express themselves—and sometimes, the best way to start is with a goofy little baby monster and a pencil.
Kevin Coulston is an accomplished cartoonist, animator, and writer. He is the author and illustrator of over 80 (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.”
