Video Drawing Tutorial: How to Draw A Cute Monkey!

by | Mar 5, 2025 | Animals, How to Draw Books for Kids, Video Tutorials

Watch the Video below and learn to draw a monkey!

Make Drawing Fun and Easy with How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals!

Does your child love to draw? Do they dream of sketching cute and funny animals but don’t know where to start? With How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals, they’ll be creating their own delightful characters in no time!

This 106-page step-by-step drawing book is designed especially for kids, breaking down each animal into just six simple steps. From playful pandas to roaring lions, gentle elephants to silly hippos, every page is packed with charming and unique animal designs that are fun and easy to recreate. Plus, each character gets its own dedicated drawing space, making it easy for young artists to practice their skills right inside the book!

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Why Kids Will Love This Book

Drawing should be fun, not frustrating! That’s why this book is designed to make the process as simple and enjoyable as possible. Here are just a few reasons why your little artist will love it:

  • Step-by-Step Simplicity: Every animal is broken down into six easy steps, helping kids gain confidence with every new drawing.
  • Super Cute and Unique Designs: These aren’t your average animals—you won’t find these charming and funny characters anywhere else!
  • Encourages Creativity: Drawing isn’t just about following steps. Kids can personalize their animals, add fun backgrounds, and even make up their own stories!
  • Builds Artistic Confidence: With each completed drawing, children will feel a sense of achievement, boosting their confidence and inspiring them to keep creating.
  • Perfect for Family Fun: Whether drawing solo or with siblings, friends, or parents, this book provides hours of entertainment for everyone.

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The Perfect Activity for Kids Ages 5 and Up

Whether your child is just starting their artistic journey or already loves doodling, this book is perfect for kids ages five and up. It’s a great way to nurture creativity, improve fine motor skills, and provide a screen-free activity that keeps them engaged.

They’ll learn to draw all their favorite animals, including lions, rhinos, bears, turtles, tigers, frogs, sea creatures, alligators, dogs, cats, and so much more! Each page brings a new challenge, a new adorable character, and a new opportunity to create something amazing.

Get Ready to Watch Their Confidence Soar!

There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing a child’s face light up when they finish a drawing they’re proud of. How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals is designed to make that happen again and again! Whether they’re practicing on a rainy afternoon, sharing their sketches with family, or creating an entire zoo of cartoon animals, this book is the perfect creative companion.

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So grab some pencils and let the fun begin—your child’s next masterpiece is just a few steps away!

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Meet The Author & Artist

Kevin Coulston is an accomplished cartoonist, animator, and writer. He is the author and illustrator of over 70 (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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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!”

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“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!”

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