Product Review
With the Scratch Art Scratch Magic Deluxe Kit, kids can create scratch art on four different types of paper. Black or white coating is scratched away with the included wooden styluses to reveal rainbow or glittery silver backing. Scratch away the black coating on the included Scratch-Lite paper, and the translucent rainbow backing creates a stained-glass effect. The included stencil helps kids draw stars, animals, and other fun shapes. The kit also includes easel frames and adhesive strips to hang your child's art.
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Includes Four Kinds of Scratch Paper
The Scratch Magic Deluxe kit includes 16 sheets of four different kinds of Scratch Art paper. This kit provides four sheets each of black over rainbow, white over rainbow, black over silver holographic glitter, and black over translucent rainbow backing. With the different coatings and backings, kids can explore a variety of effects with their scratch art as they remove the coatings to create their drawing.
Two Styluses Create Different Line Widths
This Scratch Magic Deluxe kit also includes two wooden styluses, letting children make fine and medium line widths. If the styluses become dull from use, you can use sandpaper to sharpen the tip. Our testers found that scuffing the tip with the sandpaper before moving between the black and white papers ensures that the coating doesn't rub off on your child's next piece of art.
Scratch the Surface to Reveal Rainbows and Glitter
Working with scratchboard means taking away to create a drawing instead of adding ink or pencil. When your child scratches at the surface with the wooden stylus, he or she will discover rainbows or holographic silver glitter, leaving a bright, vivid background for his or her art.
The scratched-off coating tends to roll up in crumbs, so it's best to put newspaper down before starting or to work on a surface that can be cleaned or swept easily.
Stencils Give Inspiration to Your Budding Artist
The included cardboard stencil offers 30 shapes to transfer onto the papers. Children can choose from animals, stars and suns, nature shapes, musical instruments, and seasonal designs.
Easel Frames and Hang Strips for Easy Display
This Deluxe kit also comes with three cardboard easel frames and two adhesive hang strips, making it easy to display your child's newest masterpiece. The easel frames hold drawings upright on a table or counter, while the adhesive hang strips let you attach artwork to a wall or refrigerator.
About Melissa & Doug
Started in the garage of Doug's parents' house in 1988, Melissa & Doug has become one of the most popular toy makers in the world. Its toys have garnered dozens of awards and have been widely featured in national media.
Melissa & Doug toys meet all US consumer product safety regulations. The toys are tested at the factory of origin during various phases of the production process to ensure they meet the company's stringent safety requirements. In particular, the paints and coatings on Melissa & Doug toys are tested frequently to meet or exceed government recommendations limiting heavy metals and lead in children's items.
What's in the Box
16 pieces of scratch paper in four designs, two wooden styluses, stencil, three easel frames, two adhesive hang strips, and instructions.
Scratch Magic Deluxe Kit
At a Glance:
- Four kinds of scratch paper create different effects
- Two wooden styluses create two line widths
- Drawing reveals rainbows or silver glitter
- Stencil helps kids draw animals, leaves, and other shapes
- Easels and hanging strips make art display simple
Age/Weight Requirements:
- five years and up
Assembly Requirements:
- Ready to play
