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Get creative this National Crayon Day! Pull out the crayons and unleash your inner artist with vibrant colors & imaginative designs.
Celebrate National Crayon Day on March 31 by getting out your crayons and creating some colorful works of art! This special day has been around since the early 20th century, when it was first created to recognize the invention of wax crayons. It's a great opportunity for both children and adults alike to express themselves creatively with this timeless medium.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1903</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Crayola Crayons Launch</div><div class='timeline-text'>Binney & Smith create the first box of Crayola crayons, introducing a safe and versatile coloring tool for children.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1930s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Crayola Expands Color Range</div><div class='timeline-text'>Crayola expands its range to 30 different colors, giving children a diverse palette for their artistic expressions.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1958</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>64 Colors Introduced</div><div class='timeline-text'>Crayola unveils a box of 64 crayons, including a built-in sharpener, revolutionizing the artistic possibilities for kids.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1993</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Crayola Factory Opens</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Crayola Factory opens in Easton, Pennsylvania, where children can see how crayons are made and participate in interactive exhibits.</div></div></div> <div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2003</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Crayola's Centennial Year</div><div class='timeline-text'>Crayola celebrates its 100th anniversary with a crayon named "Centennial Blue" and special edition crayon boxes.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Crayon Day Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Crayola celebrates National Crayon Day by announcing plans to retire one of their colors and introducing a new color to the 24-count box.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Draw with crayons</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get out your crayons and draw something creative. Whether it's a still life, a landscape, or a self portrait, let your imagination run wild.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a crayon sculpture</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some of those unused broken crayons and make a sculpture or an art piece. You can search online for ideas, or get creative and make something completely original.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a coloring party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather up some friends and have a coloring party. Provide the crayons and paper, buy some snacks, put on some music, and have fun.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a crayon craft</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take advantage of National Crayon Day to make something special with those colorful sticks of wax. Search Pinterest or Google for ideas, or just go with whatever comes to mind.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Do a crayon drive</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>There are probably many children in your area who don't have access to the same kind of art supplies you do. Consider donating some of your extra crayons to schools or charities that help kids in need.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Crayons bring out our creativity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>We all have an inner artist inside of us, and crayons are the perfect tool for expressing that creativity. With the wide variety of colors available in the store, you can draw whatever your heart desires! Plus, it doesn't matter if you're 3 or 103 - crayons are fun for everyone!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a learned skill that makes us proud</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>There's something so rewarding about mastering a new skill like drawing with crayons. As we learn to properly hold them and color within the lines or create intricate shading techniques, we gain confidence in ourselves and feel proud of our accomplishments. So let those creative juices flow on National Crayon Day!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Crayons help build relationships</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Coloring together is a great way to connect with others and build relationships. Whether it's spending time coloring with your kids or enjoying some adult coloring time with friends, this enjoyable activity can foster happiness, understanding, and good memories for years to come.</p></div></div>
National Crayon Day is celebrated on March 31 every year. In 2024 National Crayon Day will occur on a Sunday.
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