Books in How To Draw 101 series

Aspiring artists can capture the beauty of ballet as they use this beginner's drawing guide. Simplicity and practice are the keys. The step-by-step exercises are easy to follow — making this an ideal book for children — and each "how-to" page is followed by a blank page useful for sketches. With easy-to-follow techniques, this popular Dover author helps young hands create 30 different pictures: dancers lacing ballet shoes, working at the barre, warming up and stretching, and executing arabesques, pirouettes, grand plies, and other positions. There's an assortment of stage-worthy accessories to draw, too, including festive tutus, hair wreaths, and costumes from such favorite ballets as Swan Lake, Cinderella, and The Nutcracker.

With How to Draw Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants, anyone can share the fun of this bubbly yellow sea sponge's adventures with his whole crew of friends. Learn to draw SpongeBob, his pet snail Gary, best buddies Patrick Star and Sandy Cheeks, neighbor Squidward, and other seaworthy characters from the TV show and feature film in a variety of moods and poses. Special tidbits about SpongeBob, his nautical neighbors, and their world will help the bubbly characters come to life in the most entertaining saltwater paradise in the world—Bikini Bottom! This book is perfect for anyone interested in the fascinating world of cartooning.

This small but informative drawing book will help young artists discover and expand on their creative drawing talent. Inside How to Draw Incredible Aliens and Cool Space Stuff, they'll find easy, step-by-step instructions for drawing their favorite outerspace scenery or out-of-this-world alien. Each title in the How to Draw series features more than 100 weird and wonderful drawing projects in a variety of categories. A handy index in the back of the book makes it easy to find favorites to practice again and again. (Ages 7+)

There’s nothing in the world to match taking a thrilling ride on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle—except maybe learning to draw one of these steel, rubber, leather, and chrome beauties! From a power-packed 1954 Model KH and 2009 CVO Softail Springer to custom bikes for police officers and firefighters, Harley-Davidson enthusiasts and apsiring artists alike will enjoy the diverse range of featured motorcycle drawing subjects. Full-color images, professional art tips, and fun facts, as well as a brief history about this American icon will keep young artists revved up and ready to go for miles. Go ahead—enjoy the ride!

Nothing gets the heart pounding or the imagination active like the tales of zombies, vampires, and other monsters. This fun-filled art activity book shares fabulous stories while teaching children how to draw their own monsters. Drawing terms are clearly defined and full-color illustrations entice the eye. Maps and supplemental illustrations highlight interesting facts in relation to each monster's story.