The Best Crayons for Children - Tested by Moms and Kids
Who knew there were so many kinds of crayons?!
Whether you’re looking for the best non-toxic crayons for your toddler, the type of crayon occupational therapists recommend, the least messy crayons, or the best crayons for making art with your kids, we’ve got you covered.
A comparison of many kinds of kids crayons from organic beeswax to regular washable crayola, we list their pros and cons
In this video we review many different types and brands of crayons showing you their pros and cons to help you decide which kind(s) of crayons to invest in for your child’s art center.
See how different Crayola crayons compare with other brands. Watch organic, non-toxic beeswax crayons in action to see how they really perform, and learn about watercolor crayons too.
Note: all the crayons reviewed were tested on mixed media paper .
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Crayola Ultra Washable
Pros:
washable
affordable
easy to find
Cons:
break easily
paper peels
actual color doesn't always match label
Crayola Egg Crayons for Toddlers
Pros:
durable
easy for little hands to grip
washable
no paper to peel
Cons:
roll away/off work surface
limited colors
no precision in coloring
Be Be Crayons by Prang
Pros:
washable
no peeling paper
durable
quality crayon sharpener
Cons:
sticky
crumbly application
Stars of the Sea Crayons by Ooly
Pros:
no peeling paper
smooth application
fun line patterns
Cons:
ages 3+ (though toddlers may do just fine with them)
Crayola Crayons
Pros:
good for detail coloring
many color options
Multicultural packs available
Cons:
peeling paper
easily breakable
not washable
Rock Crayons
Pros:
smooth application
no peeling paper
strengthen tripod grip
multiple flesh tones available
large color assortments available
made of plant wax
made in USA
Cons:
choking hazard
difficult to see where coloring when doing detailed work
Filana Beeswax Crayons
Cons:
packaging wears out quickly
Pros:
durable
paraffin free
no paper
made with beeswax
made in USA
available in stick form
smooth color layout
available in many colors
Azafran Glitter Crayons
Pros:
visually appealing
thick color application
made with food-grade coloring
Cons:
soft
crumbly
smears
difficult to clean off surfaces
Faber-Castell Watercolor Crayons
Pros:
vibrant color application
perforated paper
can be used with water
triangular shape keeps from rolling
Cons:
stick crayon/easier to break
paper to peal
Which crayon will you add to the art center in your home?
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