A coloring book (or colouring book, color-in book or paint by numbers) is a type of book containing line art to which people add colors using crayons, colored pencils, markers, marker pens, or other artistic media. Traditional coloring books have perforated edges so that the individual pages can be removed and used as small works of art. Digital coloring books are also available.
The benefits of coloring books for adults include stress relief, improved focus, and mindfulness. Coloring activates the frontal lobe of the brain, which promotes problem-solving and organizational skills. It can also help you forget about the stresses of everyday life for a while and reconnect with your childhood. Some studies have found that coloring is particularly effective for adults with anxiety or depression.
Many publishers have specialized in coloring books with an educational purpose, both for children and adults. In some cases, the educational content is in addition to the image, such as the use of coloring books to teach children about hieroglyphs and Mayan artist patterns. In other cases, the educational content is the primary focus of the coloring book, such as the use of coloring books to demonstrate how agricultural pesticides are transferred from farm to home.
The Affirmations Colouring Book by Paige Tait is a great example of an adult coloring book with an educational component. In the book, each page features an affirmation that is repeated to the reader as they colour. The affirmations are paired with beautiful illustrations and will help the reader achieve their goals in life by reaffirming their positive intentions.
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CrayonKing 25 Sets of 4-Packs (100 Bulk Crayons) – Non-Toxic, Individually Wrapped, Perfect for Parties, Restaurants, Classrooms & More
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Crayola Twistables Colored Pencil Set (50ct), Kids Easter Basket Essentials & Stuffers, No Sharpen Colored Pencils For Kids, Coloring Book Pencils, 4+
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Crayola Color Wonder Mess Free Fingerprint Ink Painting Activity Set, Finger Painting Alternative, Toddler Coloring, Travel Activity, Gift for Toddlers
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Crayola Bluey Color Wonder Coloring Set, 18 Bluey Coloring Pages, Mess Free Coloring for Toddlers, Bluey Toys, Gifts for Kids
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Crayola Large Crayons, Classic Colors, 16 Count
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Crayola Ultra Clean Washable Markers (40ct), Coloring Markers for Kids, Coloring Book Marker Set, Gifts for Kids, Ages 3+
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ARTISTRO Watercolor Paint Set, Vivid Colors in Portable Box, Palette set, Including Metallic and Fluorescent Colors. Perfect Travel Watercolor Set for Artists, Amateur Hobbyists and Painting
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Sunny Days Entertainment Sidewalk Chalk Set for Kids with Storage, Washable, Jumbo Colored Chalk for Outdoor Play and Chalkboard Art - Ages 3+ (20 Pieces, Multicolor)
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