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Children are usually very excited when presented with any type of art material. Among the favorites are wax crayons. The moment a toddler learns to hold and grip on to things, they encourage the child to practice their fine motor skills. They will use them to write and draw on a piece of paper and at times even on the walls.

The two basic components of this wonderful creation are wax and various kinds of pigment. No one knows when it started, but ancient studies indicate that these have been used for years by the ancient civilizations of Egyptian, Greek and Roman times.

Depending on the pressure applied to the paper, they could create a lighter or darker shade of the particular color. Children also love chalk pastels which are somewhat similar but are chalk based. They are made from a powdery substance and can be easily blended with other colors. They do not have wax like the crayons which give a solid look to the finished work.

As a result they give the user more control on the color intensity allowing them to create a softer finish. Another well-loved type of art material is plasticine. It is made from petroleum jelly, calcium salts and aliphatic acids.

It was created by an art teacher from England for his students because unlike clay, it does not dry when exposed to air. It is supple, soft and non-toxic. These characteristics allow the artist to create figures, retain them in the position for a long time and recycle the item to create another piece of art.

For children who are now learning about art it is best to use the most common form of coloring material, the wax crayons. They are cheaper compared to other types of materials and sturdy enough to withstand the strong grip of a child.