Celebrating National Back to School Month with Kwik Stix

Celebrating National Back to School Month with Kwik Stix

Celebrating National Back to School Month with Kwik Stix

As National Back to School Month kicks off, teachers and parents alike are gearing up for a fresh start. Whether you’re a teacher preparing your classroom for eager young minds or a parent gathering supplies for your little ones, finding the right tools to inspire creativity without the mess is essential. That’s where Kwik Stix come in—a must-have for classrooms and homes this back-to-school season.

Why Kwik Stix Are Perfect for Classrooms

Kwik Stix are tempera paint sticks that offer all the vibrant colors and creativity of traditional paints without the hassle. Teachers, imagine this: no more waiting for paint to dry, no need for water cups, brushes, or messy clean-ups. With Kwik Stix, students can complete their artwork in a flash, and you can move on to the next activity without missing a beat.

Here’s why Kwik Stix are a game-changer in the classroom:

  1. Fast-Drying Formula: Kwik Stix dry in just 90 seconds, meaning artwork can be displayed immediately or taken home the same day. No more wet paint projects hanging around the classroom!

  2. Mess-Free Creativity: With Kwik Stix, there’s no need for brushes or water. Simply twist, paint, and let the creativity flow. The solid tempera paint is easy to control, reducing spills and smudges, making it perfect for kids of all ages.

  3. Versatility: These paint sticks work on a variety of surfaces, from paper and cardboard to wood and canvas, allowing endless creative possibilities. Plus, they’re available in a range of colors, including classic, neon, metallic, pastel and more!

  4. Time-Saver: Teachers, we know how precious your time is. Kwik Stix save you the time typically spent setting up and cleaning up after traditional paint projects. With more time to focus on teaching and engaging with students, you’ll wonder how you ever managed without them.

Why Parents Love Kwik Stix

Parents, Kwik Stix aren’t just for the classroom—they’re perfect for home use too! Whether you’re working on a school project, creating birthday cards, or just looking for a fun activity on a rainy day, Kwik Stix make it easy for kids to create beautiful artwork without turning your home into a disaster zone.

  1. No Mess, No Stress: Kwik Stix are as easy to use as a crayon, but with the vibrant colors of paint. Since they don’t require any additional supplies, like water or brushes, clean-up is a breeze. You’ll spend less time worrying about messes and more time enjoying your child’s creativity.

  2. Portable Art Studio: Kwik Stix are perfect for on-the-go creativity. Whether you’re heading to a playdate, visiting family, or just need a quick activity to keep your child entertained, these paint sticks are easy to pack and take anywhere.

  3. Encourages Creativity: With Kwik Stix, kids can express their creativity freely without the limitations of traditional art supplies. The quick drying time means they can layer colors, create textures, and experiment with different techniques—all without the frustration of waiting for paint to dry.

Celebrate Creativity This Back to School Season

National Back to School Month is the perfect time to stock up on Kwik Stix for your classroom or home. Teachers, give your students the gift of mess-free creativity and enjoy the ease of fast-drying, no-fuss art projects. Parents, make after-school art time something to look forward to with these convenient, colorful, and kid-friendly paint sticks.

Ready to make this school year the most creative one yet? Head over to our website to shop Kwik Stix and discover why they’re the ultimate back-to-school essential for teachers and parents alike.

Let’s make this National Back to School Month a celebration of creativity, learning, and, of course, fun with Kwik Stix!

School Bus Countdown

Materials Needed: cardboard, Kwik Stix, black marker, construction paper, scissors, and glue

  1. Cut your cardboard into a school bus shape
  2. Cut more cardboard into 2 circles and 3 squares
  3. Paint the school bus with yellow Kwik Stix
  4. Paint the circles and squares with black Kwik Stix
  5. Glue the objects onto the cardboard
  6. Use a marker to write how many days there are until school begins
  7. Cut colored construction paper into strips
  8. Loop together each piece of construction paper and glue
  9. Hang the school bus countdown on a door or wall!
Check out this craft on Instagram @everyday.ourway
 
 

Pencil Flag

Materials Needed: water color paper, Kwik Stix, scissors, glue, pompom, ribbon, black marker or Sharpie, and wooden stick

  1. Cut a piece of watercolor paper into a triangle
  2. Paint the triangle to look like a pencil using Kwik Stix
  3. Write what grade you are going into using a black marker or Sharpie
  4. Glue the triangle to a wooden stick
  5. Attach a pompom on the top of the stick
  6. Hang ribbon onto the wooden stick
  7. Display your first day flag!

Check out this craft on Instagram @primary.tea

Back to School Garland

Materials Needed: back to school themed print out sheets, Kwik Stix, scissors, and string

  1. Print out back to school themed work sheets
  2. Paint the objects on the paper using Kwik Stix
  3. Cut out each object and tape or stable to a string
  4. Hang your back to school garland in your classroom!

Check out this craft on Instagram @ourblessedhomeschool

Apple Bubble Wrap Craft

Materials Needed: paper, bubble wrap, Kwik Stix, construction paper, scissors, and glue

  1. Cut a piece of paper into an apple shape
  2. Paint bubble wrap with Kwik Stix
  3. Place the bubble wrap with the painted side down onto the apple
  4. Lift the bubble wrap
  5. Paint the face of the apple with Kwik Stix
  6. Cut construction paper into a leaf and stem
  7. Glue onto the apple

Check out this craft on Instagram @menifeehandmade

Pencil Popsicle Sticks

Materials Needed: popsicle sticks, Kwik Stix, and scissor

  1. Cut each end of the popsicle stick into a point
  2. Paint each popsicle stick with Kwik Stix in the colors of a pencil
  3. Display in the classroom!

Check out this craft on Instagram @alohamrsalba

Crayon Print Outs

Materials Needed: crayon print out sheet and Kwik Stix

  1. Print out crayon coloring worksheets
  2. Paint with Kwik Stix
  3. Cut along the black line
  4. Hang crayon print outs around the classroom!

Check out this craft on Instagram @craftsfunandlearning

DIY Notebook Painting

Materials Needed: spiral notebook, Kwik Stix, and tape

  1. Use Kwik Stix to paint the cover of the notebook
  2. Lay pieces of tape onto the cover
  3. Paint in between and over the tape
  4. Peel the tape off of the notebook
  5. Bring your personalized notebook with you in your backpack for the first day of school!

Check out this craft on Instagram @timmsevitz

Emotion Painting

Materials Needed: paper or sketchbook and Kwik Stix

  1. Paint different emotions of characters on paper
  2. Use Kwik Stix to add color an details
  3. Display in the classroom for a learning emotion lesson

Check out this craft on Instagram @artwithmrs.e