The Highlights Book of Things to Draw

Winner of a Mom’s Choice Gold Award!

The Highlights Book of Things to Draw is the essential book for young artists. Kids ages 7 and up will find over 175 how-to-draw instructions, games and creative ways to practice drawing. From open-ended art prompts that invite kids to explore themselves and their world, to tips and how-tos, this 160-page book is the ultimate way for kids to express themselves through their artwork.

This drawing companion journal to The Highlights Book of Things to Do opens doors for kids to flex their creativity. As kids work through this illustrated, flexi-bound book, they will enhance their illustration skills and expand their imaginations by creating characters, exploring patterns, interacting with their community, learning about art history and so much more. Kids can put themselves on the page and look back on this keepsake in years to come. It’s a wonderful gift for any occasion or special holiday, giving young artists hours and hours of screen-free fun and entertainment with these unique activities and age-appropriate ideas.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs