A few useful essentials for colouring, creating and exploring. Start with what you already have, then choose supplies that suit the activity.
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A small selection of art sets, colouring tools and everyday essentials. Explore a category above to see more.
Explore drawing and colouring with a rainbow carry case of markers, short colouring pencils, crayons and paper. Built-in compartments keep the materials organised for creative time at home or away.
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A set of 12 assorted colouring pencils with hexagonal, wood-free resin barrels. The Amazon listing recommends this pack for children aged five and over.
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A collection of 64 wax crayons for colouring, drawing and craft projects. The flip-top box keeps the colours together and includes a built-in sharpener to refresh crayon tips between creative sessions.
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Four compact manual sharpeners in pink, yellow, blue and green. Each has two holes for standard and jumbo pencils, a shavings container and a lid to help keep your pencil case tidy.
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Make room for painting, modelling and other craft projects with two silicone mats in yellow and blue. Each measures 60 × 40 cm, with raised edges to help contain small materials and everyday craft spills.
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A blue monster pencil case with bright eyes and a zip-toothed grin. Made from one continuous zipper, it opens wide to keep pens, pencils and small creative essentials easy to find.
View product details →Check your book’s paper and the supplies manufacturer’s guidance. Test markers or wet materials on a spare sheet first; paints are better saved for paper intended for painting.