20 Best Art Sets for Kids Reviewed in 2024

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Crayola is one of the most enduring makers of art supplies for kids, especially coloring instruments. We simply cannot imagine having graduated from grade school without ever getting our hands on the classic coloring cylindrical sticks of Crayola. Whether it is for doodling or for some serious artwork during one of our classes, we sure grew up with Crayola crayons in our hands.

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It comes with 64 signature crayons from Crayola, 20 pieces of Super Tips highly washable markers, and 20 pieces of Pip Squeaks skinny markers that are also washable. Both markers come with a versatile tip designed to draw either thick or thin lines depending on whether your kid uses the Super Tips or the Pip Squeaks, respectively. The kit also comes with 18 pieces of colored pencils and 25 sheets of drawing paper so your kid can go on creating his or her own colorful masterpieces at once. There’s even a pair of safety scissors thrown in. The colored pencils are perfect for outlines, faces, or even soft-toned shapes. And since the markers’ ink is washable, you don’t have to fret about the pigments staining your kid’s shirt.

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Today, Crayola is giving the same creative joys we once had to many young children, hoping to inspire them to be creative and let their imagination fly through the roof. Crayola’s Inspiration Art Case is something that is truly representative of the company’s penchant for high-quality coloring products in an elegantly styled carrying case.

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While not really as popular as Crayola, we’d have to say the 142-Piece Wood Art Set wins by a mile if we are going to look at the luxury look and feel of its elegantly designed wooden organizer. You would think that this is some really expensive gem you’re storing and not some drawing kits for your kids. But this set clearly has the goods to provide young artists the medium for creativity.

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It contains 60 pieces of vibrant colored crayons, 24 sticks of oil pastels, and 24 pieces of colored pencils. This trifecta of coloring instruments can already make for an excellent kit for any kid. It also included 24 cakes of watercolors complete with 3 mixing palettes and 2 paintbrushes. This should add a certain element of watery lightness to your child’s masterpiece.

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To help in refining his or her creations, the company also threw in 2 pieces of sketching pencils, perfect for making drafts and lines before finishing them up with the rest of the coloring tools. There’s also a color chart to help kids combine a variety of colors to achieve the kind of effect that he or she wants.

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Allowing their creativity to be expressed through art is a wonderful outlet. Many kids find completing artwork calming. Rock painting is not only calming for the creator, but the finder will share the experience as well.

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This set comes with everything they need to create their own customized rocks. This set even includes 10 rocks. All the art supplies like the paint, design transfers, and stickers are waterproof. The stickers feature tracking information so that others can share on social media when they find them. All the art supplies are non-toxic and safe for a wide variety of age groups.

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Transfer designs bring crafting to a whole new level in this kit. Paint your rock freehand, or do a base coat and then tattoo a rainbow, sun, animal face, or friendly message onto your masterpiece! This kit is enjoyable for kids “ages 6-96” and the supplies can be reused on smooth stones you find in the yard or at the beach! Just wash them first.

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Young eyes are drawn to varied textures and colors. This set includes the best of both worlds. The crinkly papers, confetti shreds, stickers, doilies, and a huge palette of colors make for a solid pool of creative utensils. The kit doesn’t require glue or scissors, so kids can play safely and you don’t have to worry about potential accidents or huge messes.

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Inside, you’ll find easy-grip crayons, stickers, doilies, tissue/crinkly/fringe papers, frames, and special activity pages in the shapes of cute little animals. Stickers make for a fun no-mess, hassle-free decoration station. There are 102 pieces total in this kit, making for hours of fun!

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There are tons of pieces to enjoy in here! But the replayability is low; the stickers aren’t made to be peeled off and repositioned multiple times, and once kids have colored in the activities, you can’t wipe the doodles away. Don’t expect this set to live on for months, but know that it’s a romping good time while it lasts and it’s designed for young skills and hands.

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If you’re looking for the ultimate set of stencils for your kid, look no further than this product from Creativ’ Craft. They can use more 260 stencil templates with a variety of themes to create full scenes from their imaginations or create messages with perfect lettering. This product includes 13 coloring pencils, a sharpener, as well as a mechanical pen to get them started with their creations.

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In this kit, you’ll receive 12 stencil plates, each with ten or more shapes to trace. The subjects range from letters and numbers to princesses to vehicles or jungle animals. This fun kids’ art set also includes 13 colored pencils, a pencil sharpener, 20 bordered drawing sheets, and a mechanical pencil with an eraser on its end.

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This set will teach them the basic forms of their favorite animals and plants, helping them to get better at drawing over time. The wide variety of shapes will give them hours of constructive time creating scenes of ancient dinosaurs in their natural habitat, or constructing an underwater biome.

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Paper bags no longer have to strictly be used for sack lunches. The ALEX Toys Little Hands Paper Bag Monsters kit has everything you need for your child to turn a classic paper bag into a colorful monster. There are more than 200 stickers, five paper bags, a glue stick, paper shapes, and easy-to-read instructions all included in this set.

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All of the bags are packaged separately so each one can easily be stored until your child is ready to craft. Children’s ages 3 and up will have no trouble following the step-by-step instructions as there is no reading required.

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Your little one will increase their fine-motor skills as they work to peel and place the stickers and glue on fun paper shapes. This craft will stimulate your child’s imagination and encourage them to engage in pretend play as they can place their hand inside the paper bag to bring their monster to life. This is a great kit for beginners as it teaches your child techniques that they can use in future projects.

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We all remember our first “stained glass” kit that was a cool design featuring plastic inserts that can be painted. When you held it up to the sun or a light source, it seemed to glow from within.

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Melissa & Doug have created an updated version of this with a fun butterfly design as well as stickers rather than paint. This craft couldn’t be simpler, just peel the stickers, press the colors where you want, and hang in the window to watch this butterfly come to life!

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You no longer need to worry about your kids making a mess when they want to create stained glass art. Some psychedelic-looking stickers and cute butterfly design, and they’ll be hanging up beautiful creations in no time.

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These forest animals are adorable and what’s even better is they’re easy for your kids to make! Craftster’s has created a well-thought-out sewing kit that’s perfect for kids ages 7-12

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This kit is designed for more than one child and comes with a total of five sewing needs, as well as enough supplies for five different woodland creatures. It’s great for parties and celebrations and will allow kids to work together as well as help out while they learn a new skill. Additional kits can be purchased for groups larger than five.

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Sewing is one of those skills that you don’t realize is important until you need to hem your pants or reattach a button to your shirt. By teaching kids at a young age how to do these things, they’re more likely to remember -- especially if their first sewing project was a cute little animal!

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This activity box comes with a bunch of different crafts that your child can enjoy. It comes with 3 activities that your child will be able to build and create. All of the activities your child does with this set are also mess-free which makes it easier for parents to handle as well. IIt comes with a princess cape, little decorations that your child will be able to use. It comes with a tiara that your child will be able to decorate, and it comes with a wand. Your child will be able to design and style their own princess gear. The items that come in the box are all individually wrapped and placed in a bag so that parents don’t have to worry about any additional mess.

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Having non-toxic materials makes it safe for your child to use their heart's content without parents having to worry. While this set is mess-free it is important for parents to understand that it does come with endless amounts of glitter. The playset box it comes in is wooden and the materials themselves come in a little bag so that they don’t get everywhere. This is a great rainy-day activity that your child will spend endless hours coming up with their favorite design. It is recommended for children 5 and up so that parents won’t have to assist their little ones with this activity

Educational Value

Activity sets are extremely beneficial for your child. Being able to craft is a positive hands-on activity for your child to enjoy and be able to express themselves creatively. This is the best kind of activity for your little ones to enjoy if you want them to get creative and explore their imagination. This activity set will also help your child's socialization and confidence levels as they will be extremely excited to show off their latest craft. It’s a great way to let your child explore outside of the box and explain to them that there is no wrong way to create.

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String crafts are so interesting and allow kids to creatively express themselves with some simple materials. This kit includes 3 different foam square canvases to create string art on along with all the materials to create the designs.

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The set does feature templates for helping to design the art or it also allows little crafters to create their own design. No hammer or nails are needed just simply press the pins into the foam board to create the design and string away. Once the string art has been completed they make awesome decorations to hang up in their rooms.

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Art created with strings is one of the most interesting crafting activities that kids will have. These sets include everything that is needed for kids to sit right down and start creating a fun display. The cool string art that they create is a great way to encourage sensory system development. The pushing and pulling as they create something cool right before their eyes are amazing.

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Don’t worry, this book isn’t just filled with blank panels and white paper! Comic book drawing and writing is an art form, and you need to have the basics down before you get to work. That’s why we love that the front of this book is filled with tutorials and suggestions to create the best comic you can!

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After the tutorial section is where you unleash your creativity. This book possesses 88 pages, which means your child will have plenty of room to tell their story. Each comic block is made of different sizes, and each one is prefilled with different types of speech bubbles.

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If your child loves to go through all of the printer papers to draw pictures or tell stories, this is a great choice! We love that it comes in at an affordable price point so that it won’t break the bank when you eventually need to buy more than one!

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This set comes with all of the tools you need to craft 10 unique pets. Included with this kit are 641 beads, four lanyard clips, six key rings, and a storage box to make sure that you don’t lose all of your beads!

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The instruction booklet included is super easy to follow and gives your child clear instructions to make their favorite animals. There is also a PDF downloadable option in case you accidentally misplace your instruction booklet!

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What’s great about this option is that your child will have a personal accessory to clip onto their bookbag that they made themself and can feel proud of! Plus, it comes in at a very affordable price point that gives you little reason not to give this option a try.

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The instruction booklet is detailed and very easy to follow to ensure that the seeds are planted in just the right conditions. It is also packed with tips to make it grow big and strong, and teaches your child the basics needs to plants to help to cultivate their budding green thumb!

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This kit includes all of the tools needed to get your small garden started. In this packaging in a plastic 4-inch by 6-inch jar with LED lighting powered by a USB cable, soil, river rocks, chia and wheatgrass seeds, blue sand, a miniature bunny with accessories, as well as stickers that help personalize the outside.

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Not only is this kit super fun to set up and provides a soothing nightlight, but it also teaches your children about the growing and changing world around them. It also provides a very soothing and comforting light to place on their nightstand to help them drift off to sleep every night.

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This kit comes with 6 different sheets and all of the stickers that you need to create each picture. Pictures include a car, an airplane, an astronaut, and a few types of rocket ships. Each scene is super detailed and insanely colorful.

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To create your masterpiece, your child will need to be able to recognize the number 1 through 6. Each color is assigned a number, and you place the color sticker on the appropriate block. It is important to note that this kit only comes with 6 sheets, so you may want to stock up on more than one!

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If your little one loves creating works of art and wants something that’s a little different, this is a great option. Kids love that the instructions are fun and easy to follow, and the finished product is something to be incredibly proud of.

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Working with clay creates a sensory experience that helps develop your child’s fine motor skills while they also flex their creative muscles. Faber-Castell knows that little hands may not be as strong for tough clay, so they include clay that is soft and easy for little hands.

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This kit comes with a pack of modeling clay that comes in twelve bright and cheery colors. Include with purchase is four animal scene templates to use to create their masterpiece. It also comes with standard clay tools such as (safe) knives, brushes, and a clay mat to protect your dining room table!

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If you want to help your child flex their creativity while working on their fine motor skills, this clay set from Faber-Castell is an excellent option. It comes with all of the professional tools that real artists use when working with clay that is safe enough for children to use. Plus, it comes in at a great price point from a trusted brand.

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Unlike some paper mache products, this decoupage kit is mess-free. This kit comes with a porcelain piggy bank to host your child’s creation. It also comes with a set of stickers that stick on to the surface to create an intricate pattern. If you don’t like the stickers provided, just use your own!

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Once you have placed all of your stickers just as you like, this kit also comes with an easy to use glue kit that creates a glossy and professional finish to your new bank. It also comes with a set of eyes and a nose to give your pig a little bit of personality.

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If you are in the market for something that stimulates your child’s creativity and gives them a secure place to stash their money, this is a great option. What parents love most about this neat little kit is that it comes in at a super affordable price point.

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What parents love about this kit is that the squishes that are provided are of excellent quality. Unlike some other designs out there on the market, these are composed of safe materials that don’t have a strong chemical smell. It is also considered BPA free, and the paints provided are non-toxic.

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This kit comes with a set of three large squishes that include an alpaca, cactus, and sunshine that are slow rising for even more squish! It also comes with a set of two paintbrushes to create intricate detail and pom-pom string for 3D decorations!

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If you don’t like the style of squished offered in this kit. Make It Mine has a long line of different options such as ice cream cones, ponies, whales, and milkshakes! Parents love that these kits are made from safe materials and come in at an affordable price point.

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Building this kit helps children build hand-eye coordination, polishes their fine motor skills, and helps to flex their creativity and personal style. The set includes wood pieces that compose the dream catcher and feathers, as well as paint to decorate it and string to hang it over your bed.

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What makes this dreamcatcher kit stand out from the rest is that it is composed of wood rather than paper. This makes the pieces much easier to paint, and it holds up quite well over the years without ripping or tearing when it needs to be moved from room to room.

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If you are in the market for something that engages your child’s imagination while helping them sharpen fine motor skills as they work a paintbrush, this is a great option. Plus, it comes in at a very affordable price point that makes it worth checking out.

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It comes with two different colors of ink which include red and green. Don’t worry, parents, the ink provided for this set is completely washable! The stamps also come in a durable wooded box for easy storage.

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The stamp pieces in this set are composed of a smooth and glossy wood that is made to fit perfectly in small little hands, Thie kit comes with 20 barnyard theme stamps that depict pictures of barnyard animals as well as barnyard building to create a detailed scene with just stamps!

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The only downside to this little kit is that the wooden storage box doesn’t have a lid, which makes it difficult to store in a toy box or a closet. Kids love this set because the stamps are easy to use, and the ink really shows up on a blank piece of paper! Plus, parents don’t need to worry about the ink staining the carpet or their clothes!

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Parents need not worry about any additional costs when it comes time for printing. Simply slip your child’s creation into the prepaid envelope, and Lulu Jr will return with your child’s polished hardcover storybook in between 2-3 weeks!

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What we loved about this kit is that it also includes a booklet with tools and tricks to help your child make a great story with captivating illustrations. The story guide is called Just Imagine…” and it helps your little one with the brainstorming process.

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It may sound like an expensive endeavor, but it’s really not! The kit with the “Just Imagine…” booklet, markers, paper, and prepaid shipping envelope comes in at a super affordable price point that may set your back about the same price as the pepperoni pizza you ordered for dinner last night!