The Baby Animals series · 3 books · 3 ways to draw

How to Draw: Baby Animals

50 step-by-step drawing lessons by cartoonist Kevin Coulston. Not sure it’s the right one? Compare all 3 Baby Animals books below and pick the best fit for your kid’s age.

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Three ways to draw the same characters

Trace Then Color

Ages 3+
Example page from Trace Then Color: Baby Animals

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
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How to Draw

Ages 5+ · this book
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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
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Draw by Grid

Ages 5+
Example page from Draw by Grid: Baby Animals

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
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About this book

Learn to Draw Adorable Baby Animals – Step-by-Step!

"How to Draw: Baby Animals" by Kevin Coulston is a fun and engaging drawing book that teaches kids how to create irresistibly cute baby animals in just six simple steps. With easy-to-follow instructions and charming illustrations, this book is perfect for young artists and beginners of all ages.

Every illustration in this book is hand-drawn by cartoonist and author Kevin Coulston, ensuring a unique and personal touch on every page. The approachable style starts each lesson with simple shapes and gradually builds detail until the drawing is complete. The result is a lovable baby animal with big eyes, rounded shapes, and plenty of personality.

Features:

  • 50 Baby Animals to Draw – Includes a wide variety of favorites such as baby lions, penguins, pandas, elephants, bunnies, and more.
  • 6-Step Method – Each animal is broken down into six clear steps, making the process easy to understand and follow.
  • Beginner-Friendly Layout – Large illustrations and ample space to draw make this book ideal for children ages 5 and up.
  • Skill Building – Encourages creativity, improves fine motor skills, and builds artistic confidence.
  • Hand-Drawn Artwork – All art is created by artist Kevin Coulston, giving the book a consistent and original style.

Why It’s Great for Kids:

This book transforms the fun of drawing into an accessible activity for children. The approachable method makes it easy for kids to follow along, while the variety of animals keeps them excited to try new pages. Drawing provides a relaxing, screen-free activity that promotes focus, creativity, and imagination.

Perfect For:

  • Young artists ages 5+
  • Parents and caregivers looking for creative, educational activities
  • Classrooms, art clubs, and homeschool projects
  • Birthday gifts, holiday presents, or rainy-day entertainment

Part of the “How to Draw” Series

"How to Draw: Baby Animals" is part of Kevin Coulston’s larger collection of art books for kids, featuring themes such as unicorns, dinosaurs, robots, monsters, and more. Each title in the series follows the same step-by-step structure, allowing children to quickly grasp the process and enjoy drawing their favorite subjects.

A fun and accessible way for kids to learn to draw, “How to Draw: Baby Animals” offers hours of creative entertainment and teaches valuable artistic skills — all brought to life through the uniquely hand-drawn work of illustrator Kevin Coulston.

Try pages from this book

These are original interior pages. Open a full-size JPG to print, or download a copy for your next drawing session.

More inside the book

How to Draw: Baby Animals: free printable activity pageHow to Draw: Baby Animals: free printable activity page 2How to Draw: Baby Animals: free printable activity page 3

Draw and write with this book

Free directed drawing and writing worksheets made from pages in this book, each with a kindergarten, 1st grade and 2nd–3rd grade writing page. See all 125 sets.

Compare the Baby Animals books

Trace Then Color: Baby AnimalsHow to Draw: Baby AnimalsDraw by Grid: Baby Animals
StyleTrace and colorStep-by-step lessonsGrid drawing
Ages3+5+5+
Drawings505050
Pages106106106
PublishedMar 2025Aug 2025May 2025
ISBN-13979-8313100036979-8298190169979-8284355862
AmazonBuy on AmazonAmazon
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How to Draw: Baby Animals

50 animals to draw.
One book.

Each one is drawn step by step, with a gray outline of the finished drawing to follow. Ages 5 and up.

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✓ Paperback, 106 pages✓ Ships from Amazon✓ Hand-drawn, no AI
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How to Draw: Baby Animals106 pages · Paperback · Ages 5+
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