A non-exhaustive list of the art supplies that I stock my early childhood classroom with year after year. If you are a teacher, a parent, or if you're just looking for tried and true art materials, here you go.
Incredibly vibrant, saturated colors, easy for little hands to use. These are an absolute must-have in my classroom and we use them daily. Perfect for the easel when you want something different than your usual paint! Bonus: my 11-year-old daughters ...
Tempera Paint Sticks, 30 Colors Solid ...
These are my favorite fine-tipped markers for early childhood. Perfect for drawing, but also for early writing! The bright colors and smoothly gliding tips are great for early and/or reluctant writers. Pencils and crayons can be tiring for little han...
Super Tips Washable Markers, 100 Count - Shop Crayola
Use them in the water table! Use them for science experiments! I guess you can even use them to paint, too :)
Liquid Watercolors
essential for observational drawings!
Sharpie Permanent Markers, Ultra Fine Point
classic oil pastels for messy, gorgeous creating
Pentel Oil Pastels 50/Pkg-Assorted Colors
wire is an essential component of any reggio-inspired atelier. Use it for clay sculpting or any number of provocations.
12 Gauge Aluminum Wire 100 Feet, Anezus Metal Armature Wire Bendable Sculpting Wire for Crafts Wreath Making Jewelry Making Beading Floral (Silver, 2mm)
watercolor paper, of course!
Watercolor Paper White Cold Press
As a prek teacher, I go through a ton of this air dry clay every year. We use it for animal studies, for creating family gifts and holiday decorations. You can't go wrong!
