The Cute Cartoon Animals series · 3 books · 3 ways to draw

How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals

50 step-by-step drawing lessons by cartoonist Kevin Coulston. Not sure it’s the right one? Compare all 3 Cute Cartoon 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: Cute Cartoon 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: Cute Cartoon 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 50 Adorable Cartoon Animals with our fun and easy Step-by-Step Drawing Book for Kids! This 106-page book is packed with charming animals like lions, pandas, hippos, elephants, and so much more—all broken down into 6 simple steps to make drawing easy and enjoyable. Each character even has its own dedicated drawing page!

5 Reasons Your Kids Will Love This Book:

  • Easy-to-follow 6-step instructions that make drawing a breeze.
  • Unique and funny art you won’t find anywhere else.
  • Ignites active imaginations by sparking creative storytelling.
  • Boosts creativity and nurtures budding talent with each new drawing.
  • Provides hours of fun and entertainment for kids and the whole family.

Perfect for children ages 5 and up, this book lets kids learn to draw their favorite animals, including hippos, rhinos, lions, bears, turtles, frogs, sea creatures, tigers, dogs, cats, alligators, and more!

A wonderful way to encourage creativity while having fun—get ready to watch your little artist’s confidence soar!

About the Author:

Author and Illustrator Kevin Coulston is an accomplished cartoonist, animator, and writer. He is the author and illustrator of over 50 (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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Compare the Cute Cartoon Animals books

Trace Then Color: Cute Cartoon AnimalsHow to Draw: Cute Cartoon AnimalsDraw by Grid: Cute Cartoon Animals
StyleTrace and colorStep-by-step lessonsGrid drawing
Ages3+5+5+
Drawings—5050
Pages106106106
PublishedDec 2022Dec 2022May 2024
ISBN-13979-8367134087979-8367004465979-8325093166
AmazonBuy on AmazonAmazon
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How to Draw: Cute Cartoon 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: Cute Cartoon Animals106 pages · Paperback · Ages 5+
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