Why a Drawing Book Makes a Great Christmas Gift
Looking for a gift that's creative, screen-free and lasts? A drawing book makes a great Christmas gift. How to choose the right one for each child.
A drawing book makes a great Christmas gift because it is creative, screen-free, affordable and keeps kids busy long after the holidays. Choose one based on the child's age and favorite subjects, and pair it with pencils or a sketchbook for a complete gift.
Toys often end up forgotten by January. A drawing book keeps giving: every lesson is a new activity, and the skills last a lifetime.
Why drawing books make great gifts
- Screen-free fun that parents appreciate
- Lasting value. Many lessons, many hours.
- Builds skills. Fine motor, focus, creativity.
- Affordable. A great gift at a modest price.
- Personal. Match the subject to the child's interests.
Choosing the right book
- Ages 3 to 5: Tracing and coloring books.
- Ages 5 to 8: Step-by-step drawing books with simple characters.
- Ages 7 to 12: Grid drawing books for careful, puzzle-loving kids.
- All ages: Creative challenges like the Shape Drawing Challenge.
A festive pick
For a Christmas-themed gift, How to Draw: Christmas teaches kids to draw Santa, reindeer and gingerbread characters, which they can use right away to make cards and decorations. It is a gift that gets used during the holidays and after.
Build a gift bundle
- Drawing book
- A set of pencils and colored pencils
- A sketchbook
- A pencil case
Stocking stuffers
Drawing books fit in many stockings. Add a few special pencils for an easy, thoughtful stocking.
More gift ideas
See our gift guide for kids who love to draw and visit ChristmasActivityBooks.com.
Questions parents ask
Is a drawing book a good Christmas gift?
Yes. It is creative, screen-free, affordable and keeps kids busy well after the holidays.
How do I choose a drawing book for a child?
Match it to their age and interests: tracing books for preschoolers, step-by-step for ages 5 to 8, grid books for older, careful kids.
What can I pair with a drawing book as a gift?
Pencils, colored pencils, a sketchbook and a pencil case make a complete creative gift.
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