Paper quality and design are also important if you want a colouring book that will last longer than one play session, and stand up to the test of some ferocious scribbling by younger children.
Not exactly a colouring book, more a giant cardboard ice cream van colouring project, we felt this deserved a place in our round-up thanks to the hours of creative play it’s provided so far. Made up of four pieces of cardboard with various flaps and slots, the van does take a little assembly.
"I have really high preferences when it comes to art supplies. And this paper is so thick and beautiful. I'm so excited to start coloring. I love the markers as well! The colors are so gorgeous!"
Throughout the book there are suggestions on what to draw and colour, alongside iconic artworks for inspiration (for example, create a drawing of a group of friends in tiny dots, in the style of Georges Seurat). Aimed at older children – they will want to be able to read independently unless you are happy to sit with them and explain every page – our nine-year-old tester was thoroughly absorbed in this from the start.
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Stunning illustrations drawn by incredible artists feature sophisticated themes and designs of abstracts, animals, fashions, holiday scenes, nature, and more that have received rave reviews from experienced colorists. We're thrilled and excited to continue offering beautiful and inspiring designs, plus new editions to this wonderful coloring book series.
The wonderful colouring book with incredible and adorable dragons will make the kids have chance to cultivate their creativity and imagination. Your kid will discover, learn and colour a variety of dragons in a fun way.
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If you’re after a cheap and cheerful colouring book to occupy the kids on a long car journey or flight, we really rate this mermaid-themed book from Hobbycraft. Featuring 32 underwater designs of, you guessed it, mermaids – as well as all manner of sea life – each design has lots to colour in and provided enough of a challenge to keep our nine-year-old tester hooked.
For younger kids, you can make the pieces bigger, and for older ones, you can make the pieces smaller. Have the children cut out the pieces and keep them in a plastic baggy.
For a fun craft that is perfect for a birthday party, choose an animal coloring page where the animal’s face is large enough to cover a kid’s face.
This bestselling coloring book from Cindy Elsharouni can promote relaxation and creativity with its fine lines and world animals.
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