The Spooky Stuff for Halloween series · 3 books · 3 ways to draw

Trace Then Color: Spooky Stuff for Halloween

50 characters to trace and color by cartoonist Kevin Coulston. Not sure it’s the right one? Compare all 3 Spooky Stuff for Halloween 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: Spooky Stuff for Halloween

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: Spooky Stuff for Halloween

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: Spooky Stuff for Halloween

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 Then Color: Spooky Stuff for Halloween

Get ready for a frightfully fun drawing adventure! Trace Then Color: Spooky Stuff for Halloween is the perfect activity book for kids who love Halloween, creepy creatures, and silly monsters. Designed for ages 3 and up, this book lets young artists trace, draw, and color their way through a collection of spooky-yet-cute characters—all created by hand, without the use of AI. Every illustration was drawn by author and illustrator Kevin Coulston, the creator behind the Art Books for Kids series.

Inside this book, kids will find over 50 original Halloween-themed characters to trace and color, including:

  • Witches with pointy hats and brooms
  • Zombies stumbling with goofy expressions
  • Vampires with capes and fangs
  • Werewolves howling at the moon
  • Candy Monsters inspired by sweet Halloween treats
  • Mummies wrapped in silly bandages
  • Trick-or-Treaters in fun costumes
  • Ghosts, Goblins, and Skeletons galore
  • Jack-O’-Lanterns with playful grins
  • …and many more spooky surprises!

By combining both tracing and coloring, this book provides a complete creative experience that develops fine motor skills, boosts hand-eye coordination, and gives kids the confidence to draw on their own.

Why Kids Will Love Trace Then Color: Spooky Stuff for Halloween

  1. Easy-to-Follow Tracing Pages – Bold outlines make tracing simple and fun, even for beginners.
  2. Unique Halloween Characters – Funny, spooky, and imaginative artwork you won’t find in any other series.
  3. Creative Freedom – Once traced, kids can decorate and color their characters however they want.
  4. Screen-Free Fun – Hours of creative entertainment without relying on phones, tablets, or video games.
  5. Hand-Drawn Artwork – Every page was carefully illustrated by artist Kevin Coulston, ensuring authenticity, charm, and originality.

The Perfect Halloween Activity Book This book is designed to bring spooky fun to the entire Halloween season. It’s a great activity for:

  • Halloween parties and classroom events
  • Trick-or-treat alternatives or after-school fun
  • Rainy-day or quiet-time activities
  • Family bonding moments around the holiday

Whether your child loves witches and vampires or prefers silly candy monsters and friendly skeletons, there’s something in this book for everyone.

Part of the Art Books for Kids Series Trace Then Color: Spooky Stuff for Halloween is one of many titles in the Art Books for Kids collection by Kevin Coulston. With over 80 books and growing, this series has helped thousands of young artists explore drawing through fun, themed activities. Other books in the series include topics like unicorns, dinosaurs, robots, baby animals, and so much more. Each one follows the same format of original, hand-drawn art designed to be approachable, entertaining, and creative.

Parents and teachers love these books because they’re not just fun—they also nurture important skills. By tracing and coloring, kids practice patience, focus, creativity, and fine motor control, all while expressing themselves through art.

A Spooky Adventure Kids Will Remember Trace Then Color: Spooky Stuff for Halloween isn’t just about drawing—it’s about making memories. It’s a Halloween-themed activity book that can be enjoyed year after year, becoming a seasonal favorite for kids who love everything spooky and fun.

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.

Trace Then Color: Spooky Stuff for Halloween — interior sample 1
One-Eyed Monster Tracing and Coloring Page
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Trace Then Color: Spooky Stuff for Halloween — interior sample 2
Spooky Potion Bottle Tracing and Coloring Page
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More inside the book

Trace Then Color: Spooky Stuff for Halloween: free printable activity pageTrace Then Color: Spooky Stuff for Halloween: free printable activity page 2Trace Then Color: Spooky Stuff for Halloween: free printable activity page 3

Try the free Halloween pages

Sample this book’s art format with the original Halloween activity sheets, or download the full free collection.

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Free pages from this book

These characters are also in this book. Try drawing them step by step with a free page from How to Draw: Spooky Stuff for Halloween.

Compare the Spooky Stuff for Halloween books

Trace Then Color: Spooky Stuff for HalloweenHow to Draw: Spooky Stuff for HalloweenDraw by Grid: Spooky Stuff for Halloween
StyleTrace and colorStep-by-step lessonsGrid drawing
Ages3+5+5+
Drawings505050
Pages106106106
PublishedSep 2025Oct 2025Sep 2025
ISBN-13979-8263669829979-8269858142979-8263859787
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Trace Then Color: Spooky Stuff for Halloween

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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