Author: Elliot Ryan

Colouring & painting activity books

Published on 21 May 2026 by Nosy Crow Ltd in the United Kingdom as part of 'the Pen, Pad, Play!' series.

Paperback | 112 pages, Two pantones (one neon)
250 x 300 x 14 | 716g

Whether you've been drawing for years or you're just getting started, let your imagination run wild with this brilliant activity series from art teacher Elliot Ryan.

This book is packed with over 50 surprising and inspiring design-themed drawing activities to get your brain buzzing with new ideas! Packaged in an eye-catching, portable drawing pad with tear-out sheets, every child can have fun feeling creative without any pressure to create perfection.

With fantastic written and visual prompts which support artistic literacy and spark imagination, the Pen, Pad, Play! series will keep kids (as well as teens and adults!) entertained for hours on end. All you need to get started is curiosity, a little creativity . . . and a pen!Includes over 50 tear-out design-themed drawing activities and a sturdy backboard for use on the go!Written and illustrated prompts help to build children's confidence and artistic literacy.

No previous drawing experience required - anyone of any skill level can enjoy feeling creative.

Each book in the series focuses on a different drawing theme and features two different bright pantone colours.

Written and illustrated by experienced children's art teacher, Elliot Ryan.

Open your pad, pick up your pen, and let's PLAY!Also available in the series: Pen, Pad, Play!: Over 50 Wildly Wonderful Ideas for Drawing Nature