Easi-Grip Watercolour Pencils Pack of 12
The Easi‑Grip Watercolour Pencils Pack of 12 are a versatile and exciting art tool designed especially for young artists. Featuring an extra‑chunky 1.5 cm diameter wooden barrel, these jumbo pencils are easy for small hands to grip, making them ideal for early learners and developing artists. These high‑coverage pencils offer brilliant, smooth colour when used dry, and can be transformed into beautiful watercolour paint effects simply by adding water. Children can experiment with shading, blending, and wash techniques, discovering how colours mix and change as they dilute with water. This dual‑use design makes them a fun and engaging alternative to standard coloured pencils and traditional watercolour paint. Jumbo plastic sharpener is included. Set of 12 colours. Each pencil is 1.5cm in diameter and 12cm long. Ages 3yrs+.
Educational Benefits:
- Creative & Artistic Exploration: Allows children to experiment with both drawing and painting techniques in one tool. Encourages exploration of colour blending, shading, layering, and wash effects.
- Supports Fine Motor Development: Chunky barrel promotes a comfortable, stable grip for small hands. Strengthens hand muscles and improves coordination through controlled drawing and colouring movements.
- Cognitive & Visual Development: Encourages decision-making and planning as children choose when to use dry colour or add water. Supports understanding of cause‑and‑effect as colours change when wet.
- Pre‑Writing & Early Mark-Making Skills: Thick barrel helps children develop grip strength and hand positioning essential for early writing. Offers a confidence‑building tool for children transitioning from scribbling to purposeful drawing.
- Sensory & Exploration-Based Learning: Water blending introduces a sensory element that engages curiosity and experimentation. Supports multi‑sensory learning through texture, movement, and visual change.
- Collaborative Creativity: Ideal for shared art stations and group projects, encouraging cooperation and shared discovery. Children can explore different watercolour methods together, fostering communication and teamwork.
- Versatile Classroom Use: Suitable for sketching, colouring, painting, mixed‑media, and project work. Durable and practical for daily use in early childhood and primary learning environments.