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by | Feb 21, 2025 | How to Draw Books for Kids

Upcoming Drawing Events with Kevin Coulston

Join me for my Shape Drawing Challenge all-ages drawing event at two upcoming Arizona Comic Conventions. See details for both events below:

Verde Valley Comic Expo
Shape Drawing Challenge
With Kevin Coulston
March, 29th 2025 11:00am
+ Exhibit Hall All Day
Cottonwood Recreation Center
150 S. 6th St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326

Phoenix Fan Fusion
Shape Drawing Challenge
With Kevin Coulston
June, 7th 2025 12:00pm
+ Exhibit Hall All Weekend
Phoenix Convention Center
Phoenix, AZ

Meet The Author & Artist

Kevin Coulston is an accomplished cartoonist, animator, and writer. He is the author and illustrator of over 80 (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.

Free Activity Page: Draw a Clown With This Tracing and Coloring Page | A Page From “Trace Then Color: Goofy Faces”

Draw a Clown and Explore the Fun of "Trace Then Color: Goofy Faces" If you've ever wanted to learn how to draw a clown, you're in the right place! Today, we’re offering a free activity page straight from Trace Then Color: Goofy Faces, featuring a fun and silly clown...
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Video Drawing Tutorial: How to Draw A Cute Bug Monster in 8 Minutes | Learn to Draw Cute Cartoon Monsters | Fun Drawing Activity for Kids

How to Draw A Cute Bug Monster — New Video Tutorial from My Cute Cartoon Monsters Book If your kids love silly creatures, wiggly monsters, or anything with big friendly eyes, they’re going to enjoy this brand-new drawing tutorial. In my latest video, I walk young...
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Let’s Draw a Silly Alien in Just 3 Minutes

This short video will walk you through the basic steps of how to draw an alien cartoon character. Easy to follow, great for kids.

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Video Drawing Tutorial: Shape Drawing Challenge #5 | Draw by Shape | Shape Drawing Book for Kids

Shape Drawing Challenge #5 – Turning an S-Shaped Squiggle Into Three New Characters If your kids enjoy creative drawing activities, the newest installment of my Shape Drawing Challenge series is here — and this one is especially fun. In Shape Drawing Challenge #5, I...
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Video Drawing Tutorial: Shape Drawing Challenge #3 | Turn 1 Shape into 3 Characters | Shape Drawing Book for Kids

Shape Drawing Challenge Video 3: One Shape, Three New Characters + A Shape Drawing Book for Kids! If you've been following along with my Shape Drawing Challenge video series, then you're in for a treat. The third video in the series is here, and in this one, I take a...
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Video Drawing Tutorial: How to Draw Michelangelo from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in 8 Minutes | Fun Drawing Video For Kids

Free Video: How to Draw Michelangelo from TMNT Ready to draw your favorite nunchuck-swinging turtle? In today’s free video tutorial, I’m showing you how to draw Michelangelo—yes, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle himself. If your kid’s into pizza-loving, sewer-dwelling...
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Learn How to Draw a Hippo in 6 Easy Steps | Cute Animals Drawing Tutorial | Free Worksheet for Kids

How to Draw a Hippo (Free Cute Cartoon Animal Drawing Page) Today’s post features a free drawing page from my book How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals, and this one is all about a big, friendly favorite. The free page shows how to draw a hippo in a cute cartoon style...
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Free Activity Page: Cowboy Coloring Page | Trace Then Color: Goofy Faces Sample Page | All-Ages Drawing

Trace Then Color: Goofy Faces – Free Cowboy Coloring Page Download If you're a fan of funny characters, expressive faces, and playful drawing activities, you're going to love my book Trace Then Color: Goofy Faces. And today, I'm highlighting one of my favorite pages...
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6 Ways to Promote Children’s Creativity

Engaging children’s creativity is an important part of their overall development and can help them to explore their imagination, build problem-solving skills, and develop confidence in their abilities. Here are six ways that parents and caregivers can encourage children’s creativity and help them to develop their artistic talents:

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Video Drawing Tutorial: How to Draw A Karate Cat in Just 5 Minutes | Learn to Draw Cartoon Cats & Dogs | Fun All-Ages Art Activity

Master the Art of Drawing with 'How to Draw: Cartoon Cats & Dogs' + Learn How to Draw A Karate Cat! If you've ever wanted to bring adorable feline and canine characters to life on paper, How to Draw: Cartoon Cats & Dogs is the perfect guide for you. This book...
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What Our Customers Are Saying

“The author really does a great job demonstrating how easy (and rewarding!) it can be to draw seemingly ordinary things you (and your little ones!) may feel too intimidated to try drawing without the step-by-step guide! Putting already-known shapes together and making something new and original is a fantastic way to learn! And recognizing that you can add your own twists and personality to your drawings makes all the difference. I think it’s a fun, original approach to building confidence for a lifelong hobby. I have the ebook copy, and can only imagine how great a physical copy would be!”

– Daenarah [Amazon Review]

“There are several of these fun books by this author. My kids and I have had a lot of fun with these. It’s a great activity to do as a family and see how they all turn out. Almost like a sip and paint but more of a juice box and draw.”

– Allison B. [Amazon Review]

My kids can’t wait to start drawing these monsters in their illustrations! The many different moods of the monsters appeal to their different personalities. We love the many options, styles, and opportunities to expand upon the characters. Recommended for all ages!

– Kasey [Amazon Review]

“Kevin has put out many books on drawing and animation, and has such a great feel for HOW to explain the process. His art is so expressive and kid-friendly, but his real strength is in his ability to really explain and show how it’s done, making it accessible to kids and adults. I’m a firm believer that not everyone who “can do” can teach, but Kevin does both beautifully! Pick this up and watch kids have a blast making robots of all sorts, while learning great fundamental art skills at the same time!”

– Tom R. [Amazon Review]

“My 5yo LOVES this book! The drawings are cute and the instructions are easy to follow along with. She gets a kick out of drawing muffin monsters and ketchup monsters and it actually keeps her pretty focused for long periods of time.”

– Monica [Amazon Review]

“This is a fantastic book for kids who love art, cartoons, comic books, or just having fun! There are a lot of characters to choose from, and really easy step-by-step instructions to follow. You child will have a blast drawing these fun, silly characters! And just in time for Easter baskets!”

– Bestmomever [Amazon Review]

“This is a very good book for kids that want to learn to draw, my sons love it and Kevin does a great job of making drawing fun and not intimidating. Highly recommended for the long summer hours!”

– David D. [Amazon Review]

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