How to Buy Crayola Crayons

Crayola is the gold standard for crayons. It's the most popular and best-known brand, and although we take its superior quality for granted, its large assortment might amaze you.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Check out Crayola's many different sized packages. The smallest box available is an 8 pack ($.60), and the largest is the Giant Chest of Crayons ($8) with 128 crayons. Many sizes fall between these two extremes.

2. Notice that Crayola has what you would consider regular crayons as well as some specialized crayons. Kid's First Jumbo Washable Crayons ($2) are designed for beginning artists. They are large, easy to hold and easy to clean up after. Growing Kids Washable Large Crayons ($1.79) are for children who are still young, but have some experience with crayons.

3. Look for Techno Brite crayons ($1) if you want some brighter colors.

4. See that some Crayola crayons come in special containers. The Discovery Tin: Ocean Dive ($2.79) houses crayons in an aquatic designed tin. The Treasure Chest ($2.79) contains crayons in a plastic treasure chest.

5. Look for other specialized Crayola crayons - scented crayons, sparkle crayons, neon crayons and pastel crayons.

6. Purchase crayons from the shopping list below. Crayola crayons are available from a variety of online and local retailers.

Tips & Warnings

• Give a coloring book and storage box with crayons you give as a gift.
• You needn't worry about the quality of crayons made by Crayola. Unlike some other brands, you can be sure it will have bright colors and will color smoothly.