The Cool Stuff series · 5 books · 3 ways to draw

Trace Then Color: Cool Stuff

50 characters to trace and color by cartoonist Kevin Coulston. Not sure it’s the right one? Compare all 5 Cool Stuff 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+ · this book
Example page from Trace Then Color: Cool Stuff

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+
Example page from How to Draw: Cool Stuff

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: Cool Stuff

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

TRACE and COLOR 50 Cool Cartoon Characters!

Let your child explore their creativity with this fun tracing and coloring book filled with 50 unique cartoon characters, including robots, aliens, unicorns, animals, monsters, dinosaurs, and more! Perfect for hours of entertainment, this book is designed to spark imagination and bring out the artist in every child.

5 Reasons Your Kids Will Love This Book:

  • Easy-to-follow tracing pages make drawing fun and accessible.
  • Hilarious and unique characters you won’t find in any other series.
  • Inspires active imaginations with endless creative possibilities.
  • Boosts creativity while helping children develop their artistic talents.
  • Provides hours of fun for kids and the whole family!

Ideal for children ages 3 and up, this book is a fantastic way to encourage artistic expression and creativity while having a blast. Watch your young artist bring these cool cartoon characters to life with their own colorful flair!

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.

Compare the Cool Stuff books

Trace Then Color: Cool StuffHow to Draw: Cool StuffDraw by Grid: Cool StuffTrace Then Color: Cool Stuff 2How to Draw: Cool Stuff 2
StyleTrace and colorStep-by-step lessonsGrid drawingTrace and colorStep-by-step lessons
Ages3+5+5+3+5+
Drawings5050505050
Pages106106106106106
PublishedFeb 2024Aug 2023Oct 2024Nov 2025Aug 2025
ISBN-13979-8878342513979-8856974514979-8343921328979-8272831545979-8296171818
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Trace Then Color: Cool Stuff book cover
Trace Then Color: Cool Stuff

50 characters to trace and color.
One book.

Trace the dotted outline, then color it in. A calm first drawing book for ages 3 and up.

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✓ Paperback, 106 pages✓ Ships from Amazon✓ Hand-drawn, no AI
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Trace Then Color: Cool Stuff106 pages · Paperback · Ages 3+
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