Kitpas 'Ecru', 6 Rice Bran Crayons, Nature Set

What it is: A set of six Kitpas crayons made with rice bran wax, giving them a lovely smooth, almost buttery feel as they glide across the page. The Nature set includes Magenta, Orange, Moss Green, Navy, Burgundy and Ochre. They're also water-soluble, so children can turn their drawings into watercolours with a little water, and they wipe clean from non-porous surfaces like glass, mirrors and windows. From first marks to confident artists of older ages, these smooth pastels are beloved by creatives of all ages.

Why we love it: These are award-winning for a reason! We love how easy they are for little ones to draw with, making them particularly good for children developing their fine motor skills, and the fact that children can experiment with drawing, colouring and painting all with the same set. There is also a thoughtful story behind this particular range - the artwork on the packaging is created by an artist with intellectual disabilities through Japanese social welfare organisation ECRU, with a royalty from every purchase going directly to them.

Recommended age: 3+ Years. They're non-toxic and free from gluten, BPA and phthalates.