How to Draw: Silly Faces
50 step-by-step drawing lessons by cartoonist Kevin Coulston. Not sure it’s the right one? Compare all 3 Silly Faces 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+
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+ · this book
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+
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
How to Draw: Silly Faces is a fun and engaging drawing book that will teach kids how to create 50 different goofy cartoon faces! With simple, step-by-step instructions, this book makes it easy for budding artists to build confidence and bring their characters to life.
Each silly face is broken down into 6 clear steps, making it perfect for young learners and beginners. From wacky expressions to quirky features, kids will have a blast experimenting with different shapes and styles to create their own unique masterpieces.
This book isn’t just about drawing—it’s about inspiring creativity and storytelling. As kids bring these silly faces to life, they’ll imagine the personalities behind each character, sparking their imaginations while enhancing their artistic skills.
Why Kids (and Parents!) Love This Book:
- Simple Instructions: Easy-to-follow steps ensure success for every child.
- Endless Creativity: Encourages imaginative play and artistic exploration.
- Skill Building: Nurtures hand-eye coordination and confidence in drawing.
- Tons of Fun: Hours of entertainment for kids age 5+ and the whole family!
Perfect for rainy days, quiet afternoons, or as a thoughtful gift for aspiring young artists, How to Draw: Silly Faces delivers a fun and educational activity they’ll enjoy over and over again. Whether they’re just starting out or looking to sharpen their skills, this book is the ultimate creative companion!
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.
More inside the book
Try it free first: 13 free face drawing lessons, printables and videos →
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 Silly Faces books
| Trace Then Color: Silly Faces | How to Draw: Silly Faces | Draw by Grid: Silly Faces | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Style | Trace and color | Step-by-step lessons | Grid drawing |
| Ages | 3+ | 5+ | 5+ |
| Drawings | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| Pages | 106 | 106 | 106 |
| Published | Jun 2024 | Nov 2024 | Oct 2024 |
| ISBN-13 | 979-8329660357 | 979-8300545956 | 979-8343553468 |
| Amazon | Buy on Amazon | Amazon |
50 faces 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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