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ThEast rainbow pencils, chunky toddler pencils and face paint markers

Clear a corner of the kitchen table. ThEast makes the pencil that draws four colors at once, the stubby ones built for preschool fists, and the skin-safe markers that turn a birthday guest into a tiger.

  • 4 colors in one pencil core
  • Short, thick barrels for ages 3 to 6
  • Face markers that wash off with soap
Two children drawing with ThEast rainbow pencils

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Fan of ThEast 4-in-1 rainbow pencils with a drawn rainbowOne pencil, four colorsRainbow PencilsShop 6 setsBoy coloring with ThEast toddler pencilsMade for a fist gripToddler PencilsShop 5 setsChildren with faces painted using ThEast markersDraw it on, wash it offFace Paint MarkersShop 4 sets

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One pencil, four colors: how the rainbow core works

No trick and no batteries. The lead is poured as four wedges of color, and the angle of the pencil decides which wedge touches the paper.

  1. Four-wedge coreRed, yellow, blue and green sit side by side in a single lead.
  2. Turn to changeRotate the barrel a quarter turn and the line shifts to the next color.
  3. Flat for stripesHold the pencil low and two or three colors lay down as a ribbon.
ThEast 4-in-1 rainbow pencils showing the four-color core
  1. Triangular gripThree flat sides guide fingers and stop the pencil rolling away.
  2. Any sharpenerThe barrel is standard width, so the sharpener you already own fits.
  3. Full lengthAbout 7 inches of pencil means months of drawing before it gets stubby.

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Ages 3 to 6Short, thick, hard to snapTake a lookAges 3 and upFull-length 4-in-1 rainbow pencilsTake a lookParty helpersDual-tip face markers for a grown-up to draw withTake a lookTeens and adultsMetallic and UV neon body markersTake a look
Just one childA 10 pack is plentyTake a lookA birthday party30 pencils, one per goodie bagTake a lookTwo classrooms60 standard-size pencilsTake a lookThe whole grade140 pencils in 14 boxesTake a look
Under $7Two 10 packs to choose fromTake a lookUnder $10Toddler sets, 30 packs and 8 to 10 marker setsTake a look$10 to $17Twin toddler sets, 60 packs, 15 and 16 marker setsTake a lookBulkThe 140 pack for school eventsTake a look

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Most ThEast boxes are bought for a date on the calendar. Find yours.

Birthday bags30 pencilsClassroom prizes60 pencilsValentine swaps140 pencilsStocking stuffers10 pencilsEaster baskets12 pencils + sharpenerHalloween faces15 markersGlow parties8 markersFestival looks10 markers

First pencils for small hands

A regular pencil is a long, thin lever, and a three-year-old grips it like a hammer. ThEast toddler pencils are about half the length and nearly twice the width, with a 5 mm core that survives the pressing. Hexagonal and triangular barrels stay on the table, and every box includes a sharpener sized to fit.

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Boy coloring a space picture with ThEast toddler colored pencils

Faces, arms and the back of a hand

ThEast face paint markers put the color in a pen, so there is no palette to spill and no brush to rinse. Lines dry in seconds and hold through a party, then come off with soap and water or a wet wipe. Choose dual tips for kids' designs, metallics for dress-up, or UV neon for nights under a blacklight.

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Three children with dinosaur, tiger and unicorn face paint drawn with ThEast markers

Table talk

Girl drawing a rainbow and a flowerHow 4-in-1 rainbow pencils workWhat is inside the core, three ways to hold the pencil, and five things to draw first.Mother and daughter coloring together at a tableFirst pencils for little handsWhy short and thick beats long and thin at three, and when to move up.Flower design drawn on an arm with ThEast face paint markersFace paint markers, from patch test to wash-offA calm routine for party day: test, draw, set, remove.
ThEast ArtJoy Supplies — Spark Your Imagination

About ThEast art supplies for kids

ThEast is an art supply brand built around one simple idea: a child should be able to pick up a pencil and get a surprise. The best-known ThEast product is the 4-in-1 rainbow pencil, a wooden colored pencil whose core contains red, yellow, blue and green at the same time. Turning the pencil while drawing changes the color of the line, which is why rainbow pencils are a staple of party favor bags, classroom reward jars and Valentine exchanges.

ThEast rainbow colored pencils come in packs of 10, 30, 60 and 140, in two finishes: natural wood with printed color swirls, and a holographic black-wood version that sparkles. The triangular barrels are a standard pencil width and work with ordinary sharpeners.

For younger artists, ThEast toddler colored pencils are short, thick and hard to break. The range includes 12-color sets with animal line art, rainbow-core sets with space and ocean barrels, and jumbo triangular pencils with water-soluble cores that can be used dry or wet. Each set ships with a matching sharpener.

ThEast face and body paint markers complete the table. Dual-tip face painting markers suit children's parties, metallic markers add shimmer for costumes, and UV neon markers glow under blacklight for concerts and glow parties. All are designed to dry quickly, resist sweat once dry and wash off with cleanser or soapy water.

Questions parents ask

Can a 4 year old use colored pencils?

Yes. At four most children can manage a pencil, but a short, thick barrel is far easier than an adult-size one. ThEast toddler pencils are 3.4 inches long with a 5 mm core and are made for ages 3 to 6. Full-length rainbow pencils are marked for ages 3 and up.

How do you sharpen rainbow pencils?

The same way as any wooden pencil. ThEast 4-in-1 rainbow pencils have a standard 0.31 inch barrel, so a regular manual or electric sharpener fits. Sharpen gently and stop as soon as there is a point: the soft four-color core does not need a needle tip.

Are jumbo pencils good for toddlers?

They are usually the best place to start. A wider barrel suits the whole-hand grip toddlers use, and a thicker core breaks less often. ThEast jumbo triangular pencils are about 0.6 inches wide and 4.5 inches long.

Do ThEast UV face paint markers glow in the dark?

They glow under a UV blacklight only. In ordinary darkness, or under sunlight and normal lamps, they look like bright neon ink but do not light up.

How do face paint markers come off?

Wet wipes, facial cleanser or soapy water remove them. The ink is water-resistant once dry, so give it a gentle rub. Always test a small patch of skin before drawing a full design.

Paper out, caps off

Every ThEast set is in the brand store: rainbow pencils, toddler pencils and face paint markers on one shelf.