How to Draw American Wildlife by Spizzirri
$9.99
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A spiral-bound drawing pad and lesson guide in one. Spizzirri’s step-by-step method starts with basic shapes, so kids can work up to recognizable wildlife portraits without prior drawing experience.
- 17 lessons covering American wildlife including bison, wolf, deer, squirrel, and more
- 8.5″ x 11″ spiral-bound pad with lessons and drawing paper combined
- Beginner-friendly shape-based approach with no prior art skills required
- Good for ages 5 and up (verify against product packaging)
- Proceeds support education, conservation, and visitor services at BHPFA partner parks and forests.
Only 2 left in stock
60-day returns · Ships from South Dakota via USPS
How to Draw American Wildlife by Spizzirri
$9.99
Only 2 left in stock
Shipping calculated in cart/checkout: Shipping rates for first items start at $7, calculated based on weight of total order.
A spiral-bound drawing pad and lesson guide in one. Spizzirri’s step-by-step method starts with basic shapes, so kids can work up to recognizable wildlife portraits without prior drawing experience.
- 17 lessons covering American wildlife including bison, wolf, deer, squirrel, and more
- 8.5″ x 11″ spiral-bound pad with lessons and drawing paper combined
- Beginner-friendly shape-based approach with no prior art skills required
- Good for ages 5 and up (verify against product packaging)
- Proceeds support education, conservation, and visitor services at BHPFA partner parks and forests.
Only 2 left in stock
60-day returns · Ships from South Dakota via USPS
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Real USPS rates, no markup. The money we save funds trail crews and internships.
Join BHPFA for $30 a year -> get your code by email in seconds. -> Use it at checkout today. Show your card at hundreds of nonprofit park stores nationwide for 10% off.
Every item is selected or approved by rangers and staff. Your purchase keeps them on the front lines.
Description
What is this drawing pad?
This is a Spizzirri drawing pad that teaches kids to draw American wildlife one step at a time. The lessons and the drawing paper are bound together in a single spiral-bound pad, so there is nothing extra to track down. Each lesson breaks an animal down into simple shapes, such as circles and ovals, then adds detail in stages until the finished drawing takes shape. The result is a guide that works for kids who have never held a pencil for art before, not just ones who are already comfortable sketching.
The pad covers 17 American wildlife subjects including bison, wolf, deer, and squirrel. These are animals that visitors to the Black Hills and the national parks of the region actually encounter, which makes the drawing exercises a natural follow-up to a park visit.
How it works
Each lesson starts with a simple geometric shape, usually a circle or oval, placed on the page. The next step adds another shape. By the fourth or fifth step, the animal is recognizable, and the final step adds detail. Kids follow the illustrated instructions and then draw their version on the blank paper pages included in the same pad. The format keeps the lesson and the practice space together without any flipping back and forth between a separate instruction book and a sketchbook.
The spiral binding along the top means the pad lays flat when open, which matters for younger artists who are still developing the hand strength to hold a page down while drawing.
Specifications
- Publisher: Spizzirri Press Inc.
- Format: Spiral-bound drawing pad
- Lessons: 17
- Dimensions: 8.5″ x 11″ (verify orientation against physical product)
- Weight: verify against physical product (worksheet: 6.5 oz; live page: 10 oz)
- Binding: Spiral, top-bound
- Price: $9.99
Who is this for?
The format works best for kids roughly ages 5 through 12. The shape-based method is simple enough for a kindergartner to follow with some help, and older kids can work through the lessons independently. It also works for adults who want a low-stakes way to practice observation drawing without committing to a full art course.
If your child is interested in the wildlife they saw at Wind Cave, Jewel Cave, or Black Hills National Forest, this is a practical activity for the drive home or the next rainy day. The animals in the lessons are ones they are likely to have spotted or at least heard about during a park visit.
At $9.99, this is one of the more affordable activity gifts available in the BHPFA store, and it ships flat.
Frequently asked questions
What animals are included in the 17 lessons?
The lessons cover American wildlife including bison, wolf, whitetail deer, and squirrel, among others. Verify the complete animal list against the printed cover or interior pages for accuracy before referencing in marketing.
Do I need any art supplies beyond the pad?
No. The pad includes both the drawing lessons and blank drawing paper. You will need a pencil or pen. Colored pencils or markers can be used to add color after completing the outline steps, but the lessons themselves only require a pencil.
Is this suitable for very young children?
The shape-based method is accessible for kids around ages 5 and up, though younger children will likely need an adult to work through the steps with them. Older children (8 and up) can generally work independently.
How many drawings can a child complete?
The pad includes 17 lessons. Each lesson uses the included drawing paper pages. Once the pad is complete, plain drawing paper works fine to continue practicing the techniques from the lessons.
What is the difference between this and a standard coloring book?
A coloring book provides finished outlines to fill in with color. This pad teaches kids to construct the outline themselves, step by step, starting from a simple shape. The focus is on the drawing process, not coloring.
Does buying this support the parks?
Yes. BHPFA is the official nonprofit partner of Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and Agate Fossil Beds National Monument, as well as the Black Hills National Forest and Nebraska National Forests & Grasslands. Proceeds from every purchase support education programs, conservation projects, and visitor services at these sites.
Is this a good souvenir from a Black Hills visit?
It works well as a take-home activity, especially for kids who saw bison or other wildlife during their visit. The drawing subjects are animals native to the Black Hills region.
Related items
More activity options and children’s books from the BHPFA store:
- Other children’s books and activity pads
- Wildlife plush for bison, elk, and other Black Hills animals
- Natural history books about Black Hills wildlife and geology
Every Purchase Makes a Difference
When you shop with Black Hills Parks & Forests Association, you are directly funding:
- Education programs — nature workshops, Junior Ranger activities, and homeschool adventures for kids across the Black Hills
- Trail maintenance — keeping hiking trails safe and accessible at Wind Cave, Jewel Cave, and the Black Hills National Forest
- Visitor services — park store operations, interpretive programs, and the staff who help millions of visitors each year
- Conservation — supporting the long-term health of public lands in the Black Hills and Nebraska
BHPFA is the official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service in the Black Hills region. We have supported these public lands since 1946.
Additional information
| Weight | 10 oz |
|---|---|
| Brand | Spizzirri |
| Publisher / Manufacturer | Spizzirri Press Inc. |
| Binding | Spiral-bound |
| Dimensions | 8.5" x 11" |
| Weight | 6.5 oz (verify) |
| Age Range | Ages 5 and up (verify) |
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