Crayola and Wild Planet have partnered to bring three favorite preschool pastimes together: coloring, construction and creative play. A new collection of activity sets called Crayon Town puts crayons to work in new ways as kids color and build three-dimensional worlds.
Kids color different scenes printed on paper mats and cardstock, then fold their masterpieces to make multi-dimensional structures, such as buildings and fences. Crayons are combined with different 3-D props to further customize the play space. A crayon transforms into a giraffes long neck or a tall tree trunk.
Crayon Town gives purpose to new and old crayons alike. Nubs can become new things the body of a bear, or a post for a traffic sign.
Crayons that arent built into props can be stored or transported in various vehicles enclosed in an airplane or carried in a cement mixer.
The fun doesnt stop once the town is constructed. Kids can play in the world they create. Crayon Town sets come with all the figures, structures and crayons needed to make each 3-D environment complete. The sets are available in five different themes: Neighborhood, Horse Ranch, Airport, Zoo and Construction Site.
Free coloring sheet refills are available online, further extending the value of each set. New sheets can be printed to expand each theme, increasing the amount of time kids will spend coloring and playing in Crayon Town. (less info)