National Crayon Day 🖍

Overview

National Crayon Day, celebrated on March 31st, is a fun holiday that honors the colorful influence of crayons in art and education. This day encourages people of all ages to unleash their creativity, whether through drawing, coloring, or crafting. Schools often integrate activities revolving around crayons to inspire artistic expression and innovation in young minds.

Observed each year on March 31, National Crayon Day invites people to pause, share the story, and bring a little themed joy to their day.

Origin and story

The first Crayola crayons were made in 1903 and were sold for just five cents a box.

Crayons come in a variety of colors, with Crayola offering over 120 unique shades.

Quick facts

• DateMarch 31
• TypeCultural / community observance
• Great forFriends, Families, Classrooms, Teams

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Ways to Celebrate National Crayon Day

National Crayon Day celebrates crayons as a tool for creativity, learning, and childhood expression.

Get Creative

• Color or draw
• Create art with kids
• Revisit childhood coloring books

Learn About Crayons

• History of Crayons (Smithsonian Magazine)
  https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/history-crayons-180973833/
• How Crayons Are Made (Crayola)
  https://www.crayola.com/about-us/

Encourage Creativity

• Focus on expression over perfection
• Try coloring as stress relief

Did You Know?

Crayons were originally developed in the early 20th century for safe use by children.

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Fun facts

• The first Crayola crayons were made in 1903 and were sold for just five cents a box.
• Crayons come in a variety of colors, with Crayola offering over 120 unique shades.
• The world's largest crayon, measuring 15 feet long and 3 feet in diameter, is located in Germany.
• The average child goes through about 12 boxes of crayons during their early years of schooling.
• Crayons are made from a mixture of paraffin wax and colored pigments, making them non-toxic and safe for kids.

Sources and attribution

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FAQ

When is National Crayon Day?

It is observed on March 31 each year.

What is National Crayon Day?

National Crayon Day, celebrated on March 31st, is a fun holiday that honors the colorful influence of crayons in art and education. This day encourages people of all ages to unleash their creativity, whether through drawing, coloring, or crafting. Schools often integrate activities revolving around crayons to inspire artistic expression and innovation in young minds.

How do people celebrate National Crayon Day?

Post a story with #national-crayon-day and invite others to try a tiny activity.

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