Crayola. Your mind immediately went to that iconic set of eight chunky crayons. Or maybe to the luxurious 64-pack with all the colors plus a built-in sharpener. Though its roots are in crayons, Crayola has never stopped innovating. Over the years, the company’s added markers, paint, chalk and more. Regardless of the product, the goal is the same: to help kids develop motor skills, cognitive abilities and creativity. Oh, and to have fun.

When Are Kids Ready to Color?
Crayons, fingerpaint and chalk are great toys for 12-24 months. As soon as they can make a fist, they may be able to hold crayons. Join them at the table or with chalk on the sidewalk or markers at a Crayola easel. It’s great bonding time as they learn by imitating you.

Even before they can grasp a crayon or sidewalk chalk, they can fingerpaint. A set of non-toxic Crayola washable paint in primary colors is any easy way to begin exploring art.

Art for All Ages
If the question is “what to do when kids are bored,” Crayola has an answer. Model Magic sets literally take their creativity to the next level with three-dimensional forms. Crayola Air Dry Clay lets them create durable projects. Foldup travel kits keep them occupied in a car or on a plane with Crayola mess-free coloring. Many of the sets also include an easel to help make coloring easier. If they need a new challenge, crafting books for kids that teach them how to draw can spark new interest.

For any age, developmental stage or skill level, you’ll find ways to help them explore creativity with the wide selection of Crayola art supplies at Toys R Us, available at Macy’s.