Wax crayons sit on the surface and resist blending, which is exactly why they work for resist painting and rubbings but frustrate anyone wanting graduated colour. Oil pastels smudge and layer instead. Barrel shape matters more than it looks for young children, since a triangular body will not roll off a desk and encourages a tripod grip. Washable grades save the uniforms. See pastels, chalks and colouring markers.

Craft crayons and jumbo oil pastels arranged on a classroom art table with colourful drawings and early learning supplies.

Craft Crayons

Shop craft crayons for colouring, drawing, classroom activities, early learning, art projects and school supplies.