Draw by Grid: Cartoon People
By cartoonist Kevin Coulston. Not sure it’s the right one? Compare all 2 Cartoon People books below and pick the best fit for your kid’s age.
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Three ways to draw with Kevin
Trace Then Color
Ages 3+
Follow a dotted outline, then color it in. Best for little hands just learning to hold a pencil.
- Preschool and pre-K
- No reading needed
How to Draw
Ages 5+
Every character is built step by step, with a light gray outline of the finished drawing to follow. Kids learn to build drawings from simple shapes.
- Kindergarten to grade 5
- Builds real drawing skills
Draw by Grid
Ages 5+ · this book
Copy one square at a time to get the proportions just right. Great for kids who like puzzles.
- Grades K to 5
- Teaches proportion and focus
About this book
Draw by Grid: Cartoon People
Draw by Grid: Cartoon People is a fun and approachable way for kids and beginners to learn how to draw cartoon-style characters using the simple and effective grid method. By breaking each drawing into manageable squares, this technique helps artists focus on one small section at a time. The result is a stress-free drawing experience that builds confidence while improving observation skills and accuracy.
Inside this book, you will find a variety of cartoon people to draw, each designed with a playful and friendly style. From silly characters and quirky personalities to everyday cartoon figures, each drawing is presented with a grid that makes it easy to recreate the artwork step by step. Whether a child is new to drawing or already loves to sketch, the grid method provides a clear path to success.
The Draw by Grid series is designed to make drawing accessible for everyone. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by a blank page, young artists can focus on copying one square at a time. This approach encourages patience, attention to detail, and steady improvement with every page completed. It is also a great way for kids to practice drawing proportions and shapes without frustration.
This book works well at home, in classrooms, during art time, or as a quiet creative activity. Kids can take their time completing each drawing and then add their own creativity by coloring and customizing the finished characters.
Inside this book you will find:
• A collection of fun cartoon people to draw using the grid method • Easy-to-follow grid layouts that simplify the drawing process • A relaxing and confidence-building drawing experience • A great activity for kids, beginners, and anyone who loves cartoons
The grid method has been used by artists for generations as a way to accurately copy drawings and develop strong observation skills. In Draw by Grid: Cartoon People, that classic technique is presented in a kid-friendly format that turns learning into a fun creative challenge.
About the Author
Kevin Coulston is a cartoonist, animator, and children’s book creator based in the Phoenix, Arizona area. He is the author and illustrator of over 90 children’s drawing activity books designed to help kids learn how to draw in simple and enjoyable ways. Through his popular How to Draw, Trace Then Color, and Draw by Grid series, Kevin focuses on breaking drawing down into clear steps that help young artists build confidence while developing their creativity.
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More inside the book
Try it free first: 14 free cartoon people drawing lessons, printables and videos →
Compare the Cartoon People books
| Trace Then Color: Cartoon People | Draw by Grid: Cartoon People | |
|---|---|---|
| Style | Trace and color | Grid drawing |
| Ages | 3+ | 5+ |
| Drawings | — | — |
| Pages | 106 | 106 |
| Published | Aug 2025 | Mar 2026 |
| ISBN-13 | 979-8262588572 | 979-8250690140 |
| Amazon | Buy on Amazon |

Hours of drawing fun.
One book.
Copy one square at a time and every drawing comes out just right. Ages 5 and up.
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