Make new crayons with broken pieces of crayons. You can get creative and mix colours! What you need are:

  • broken crayon pieces that are less than 1 inch in length
  • disposable cupcake tin – you can find these in fun shapes as well! Make sure the tin is able to go in the oven.
  • Non-stick cooking spray.

Directions:

  • Heat oven to 300° F
  • Remove paper from crayon pieces.
  • Spray tin with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Fill each tin shape half way with crayon pieces
  • Bake for about 6 minutes. The crayons should just be melted enough to hold its shape. Especially if you are using more than one colour you don’t want the crayons to melt thoroughly.
  • Allow to cool before you using the new crayons.

This is a great science activity for your child where you can discuss what heating and cooling do to wax as well as discuss colours for younger children. Larger crayons are also easier for toddlers to colour with.