Books About Drawing · 120 titles considered

The Best Drawing Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about drawing? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

New Kid
Graphic Nov.
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Drawing

Sale price
$2279
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

New Kid

By Jerry Craft · Book #1 in the New Kid series

A young artist navigates two worlds, struggling to fit in at a new school.

Newbery Medal (2020)Coretta Scott King Award (2020)
249 pages· 14,169 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 62,474 ratings
$23.99Save 5%
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2020

Almost American Girl

A teen's world shifts with immigration, family changes, and a life-saving art class.

230 pages· 18,247 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 15,064 ratings
$12.99Save 4%
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2011

Between Shades of Gray

A girl uses art to survive a Siberian work camp and reunite her family.

344 pages· 64,129 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 285,307 ratings
$18.99Save 5%
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2018

Hey, Kiddo

A boy navigates life with an absent father and addicted mother.

320 pages· 15,721 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 35,655 ratings
$14.99Save 7%
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1955

Harold and the Purple Crayon

A boy goes on a journey to find his way home.

34 pages· 657 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
6.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 148,819 ratings
$9.99Save 4%
Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2004

Ish

A young boy learns to find his own unique style and confidence in his art.

32 pages· 356 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 12,251 ratings
$15.00Save 5%
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012

Dog Loves Drawing

A blank book leads Dog into a world of doodles and surprises.

32 pages· 528 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 748 ratings
$16.99Save 6%
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

The Book of Mistakes

Mistakes become masterpieces in a whimsical artistic journey.

56 pages· 182 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 4,763 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Chapter Book · Ages 9–15 · 2021

The Genius Under the Table

A boy's doodles may change his fate amidst Cold War secrets.

208 pages
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,544 ratings
$16.99Save 6%
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

Randy, the Beautiful Horse

By T. L. McBeth (Author/Illustrator), T. L. McBeth (Author/Illustrator)

A horse believes he's beautiful, but reality might surprise him.

40 pages
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 263 ratings
$18.99Save 5%
The Bookroo Book Club

Great books, picked for their age.

Books worth reading again and again, delivered to your door.

Find their book club
Bookroo book club box
Browse by age

Drawing Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about drawing for preschool and elementary-age readers.

This Book Is a Mistake!

2024

A frog's identity is challenged by whimsical doodles. Will he stay true to himself?

I Can Draw It Myself

Ages 3–7 · 1970

Complete whimsical drawings and unleash creativity with this interactive Seuss adventure.

Return

Ages 4–8 · 2016

A girl seeks adventure in a magical realm, facing a choice that could change everything.

Aaron Slater, Illustrator

Ages 5–7 · 2021

A young boy struggles to read and write, but finds his voice through art and storytelling.

Chalk

Ages 3–7 · 2010

Three kids find magic chalk that changes everything.

Milo Imagines the World

Ages 4–8 · 2021

A subway ride reveals that appearances can be deceiving.

Bird

Ages 7–10 · 2008

A boy finds solace in drawing as he faces family loss and addiction.

Purple, Green and Yellow

Ages 4–7 · 1992

A girl loves markers, but her artistic choices lead to colorful chaos.

Ben Draws Trouble

Ages 4–7 · 2015

A lost sketchbook reveals hidden talent and unexpected reactions.

Mr. McCloskey's Marvelous Mallards

Ages 7–10 · 2022

An artist's apartment overflows with ducklings. Can he capture their charm before chaos reigns?

Cherries and Cherry Pits

Ages 4–8 · 1986

Discover a world through Bidemmi's captivating drawings and stories.

Simon's Book

Ages 5–8 · 1983

A dream turns perilous as drawing pens battle a monster.

View all drawing picture books
Browse by age

Drawing Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about drawing for developing and independent readers.

J vs. K

Ages 8–12 · 2025

Two rivals clash in a creative storytelling contest showdown.

Annabelle the Drawing Fairy

Ages 7–10 · 2014

A missing pencil sharpener threatens Arts and Crafts Week. Can two friends restore the magic?

The Drawing Lesson

Ages 10–13 · 2016

A young boy learns to draw with a mentor's comic-style guidance. Start your artistic journey now.

Share Your Smile
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1299

Share Your Smile

Ages 8–12 · 2019

Unleash your creativity and craft your own story with this interactive journal.

Perspectivas (Cat Kid Comic Club: Perspectives)

Ages 4–8 · 2021

Chaos ensues as a group of friends embark on a wild, creative adventure.

Hicotea

Ages 8–12 · 2019

A magical realm needs Sandy's help to complete a mysterious painting.

A Picture for Harold's Room

Ages 4–8 · 1960

Harold shrinks while drawing with his purple crayon. Can he find his way home?

Have Pen, Will Travel

Ages 8–12 · 2007

A girl endures a chaotic family camping trip, armed only with her sketchbook.

Our Story Begins

Ages 8–12 · 2017

Discover the childhood sparks that ignited today's beloved storytellers.

Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher

Ages 8–11 · 1991

A boy's life changes when he hatches a dragon from a mysterious egg.

Amil and the After

Ages 8–12 · 2024

A boy seeks hope and identity in post-partition India.

Draw a Comic!

Ages 9–13 · 2019

Save a library by mastering comic creation in a week.

Keep exploring
Books about depression and mental illnessBooks about drugs, alcohol, and substance abuseBooks about family problemsBooks about horsesBooks about Korean cultureBooks about mother-daughter relationshipsBooks about prejudice and racismBooks about prisoners of war

Bookroo

  • About Us
  • Blog
  • FAQs
  • Help Center
  • Contact Us
  • Affiliates

Book Clubs

Follow Bookroo