How to Draw a Baby Monster (Easy Video Lesson for Kids)
Draw this baby monster step by step with a pencil and eraser. It takes about 15 minutes and works for ages 5 and up. Follow the steps below, or draw along with the video. The page comes from Kevin Coulston’s book How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Monsters.
- Step-by-step drawing
- Ages 5+
- Grades K–2
- Easy
- About 15 min with the video
You’ll need
- Pencil and eraser
- Paper, or the printed page
- Crayons, markers or colored pencils
You’ll practice
- Breaking a drawing into simple shapes
- Following steps in order
- Adding your own details
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!
How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Monsters
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.
Draw it 3 ways
Every FirstArtBooks theme comes in three formats. Trace it, draw it step by step, or copy it square by square: the more ways kids draw a character, the better they know it.
- How to Draw
Draw it step by stepYou’re on this pageSee all How to Draw books - Trace Then Color
Trace & Color A Cute 4-Eyed MonsterSame theme · Ages 3+See all Trace Then Color books - Draw by Grid
Cyclops Teddy Bear Monster Grid Drawing ExerciseSame theme · Ages 7+See all Draw by Grid books
Finished? Draw the scene next
- Add a background: draw its home: a cave, under the bed or a swamp.
- Write one line under your picture to finish this story:
It heard a knock at the door and…
That’s a picture book page. Draw two more and you have a whole story.
Draw it, then write about it
Give your baby monster a name and a job. What makes it happy, and what makes it grumpy? Write two or three sentences.
Print a draw-and-write sheet: a box for the drawing and lines for the story. Primary lines (K–2) · Regular lines (grades 2–5)
Want to make it a whole story? Try the comic story starter or fold a mini-book in Story Studio.
Common mistakes and quick fixes
- It looks scary when you wanted silly.
- Make the eyes big and round and the teeth small and square. Big eyes make any monster friendly.
- All the parts are crowded together.
- Draw the body big first, and leave room for arms, horns and feet around it.
- The horns or arms don’t match.
- Draw one side, then the other right away while you still remember the size.
- Pressing hard from the very first step.
- Use light, sketchy lines first. You can erase them easily and go over the lines you keep at the end.
More in 10 common drawing mistakes kids make.
Talk about it
For the grown-up: ask one or two of these while your child draws. There are no wrong answers.
- Is this monster scary, silly or shy? What makes you think so?
- What does this monster like to eat for breakfast?
- What would you change if you drew it again tomorrow?
- Which part are you proudest of?
More ideas in 25 questions to ask kids about their art.
Questions about this drawing lesson
What age is this baby monster drawing lesson for?
Ages 5 and up (about grades K to 2). Younger kids can follow along with a grown-up, one step at a time.
How long does it take?
About 15 minutes, including time to pause the video. Kids who add their own details or a background often keep going longer.
What supplies do you need?
Pencil and eraser; paper, or the printed page; crayons, markers or colored pencils.
What size does it print?
Nothing needs printing: draw along on any paper, Letter or A4.
Can kids draw the baby monster without printing the page?
Yes. Draw on any paper and copy one step at a time from the screen, or pause the video after each step.
For teachers: grade, timing and standards
Grades K–2, about 15 minutes. Step-by-step drawing, easy level. The video does the teaching: press play and let students draw along.
National Core Arts Standards (visual arts)
- VA:Cr2 Organize and develop artistic ideas and work: students build drawing skills by following a sequence of steps.
- VA:Cr3 Refine and complete artistic work: students add their own details, expressions and color to finish the character.
See every lesson by standard, plus the math in grid drawing, on the arts standards map.
Copies: print as many as your class needs. More in the teacher resources, the Monsters hub and our no-prep sub plans.
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Take the idea into a book
Want more characters to draw, trace or color? Explore these related books and see which approach fits your next creative session.
How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Monsters
By Kevin Coulston
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Trace Then Color: Baby Animals
By Kevin Coulston
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Draw by Grid: Baby Animals
By Kevin Coulston
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