What teachers really think: The colouring gift for kids that’s changing everything.
"I was skeptical at first, but now I can't imagine teaching without it."
When we asked teachers to share their honest experiences and thoughts about eatsleepdoodle products, we expected just some polite feedback. But what we got instead was an avalanche of passionate responses – some of which even left us feeling a little emotional!
As we went through these responses, a few things really stuck with us, from stories they shared to some of the benefits we’d not always given as much thought to before. Here’s what they’re discovering…
1. Kids stay focused – for more than 5 minutes
“I’m always a bit sceptical of ‘creative learning’ products, but this one really works. The children stay focused for much longer, and it feels like they’re learning rather than just something to keep them busy.”
Let's be honest: if adults struggle to focus on boring content, kids don't stand a chance. Making learning fun isn't just nice to have—it's essential..
Combining creativity and learning is a brilliant way to inject fun into the classroom. Take our world flags tablecloth for example. It’s the perfect way to help students learn about countries around the world and their flags, whilst stretching their artistic muscles. Suddenly geography isn’t just about memorising names, but about bringing countries to life with colour. When a subject becomes feels like play, focusing comes naturally.
2. Accessible for every student
“It’s one of those rare resources that works across different abilities. Some children use it very simply, others go into loads of detail, and everyone feels successful.”
Learning looks different for everyone, so trying to teach a class of 30 children with one method can be challenging. Colouring is something almost anyone can partake in, there is no right or wrong way to fill a space with colour, some may stick to simple block colours and others will experiment with shading and gradients to complete the task.
3. Stealth Learning at Its Finest
“The children don’t see it as learning, but I can see the benefits straight away. Fine motor skills, concentration, following patterns and instructions. All wrapped up in something fun.”
The best kind of learning is the the kind kids don't even realise is happening. Using colouring to aid learning helps to improve so many skills at once without them even realising because they’re having so much fun.
While students think they're just having fun with colours, they're actually developing a whole toolkit of skills. Fine motor control improves as they work to stay within lines, concentration deepens, following our online learning resources builds pattern recognition and critical thinking. And all whilst having fun!
4. A Breath of Fresh (Screen-Free) Air
“Parents often ask what they can do at home that doesn’t involve a screen. This is exactly the kind of thing I’d recommend, creative, educational and something they can keep coming back to.”
Screens have made their way into the classroom in a big way over the last couple of decades, so finding a fun analogue resource can be a game changer. Pulling them back into the physical world, no typing, no screens, just pen in hand, colouring an educational fabric canvas.
Recommending our products to parents as extracurricular, yet fun and calming evening activities is a brilliant way to help kids continue to learn outside of school hours. And because the ink from the wash-out pens completely disappears in a normal laundry cycle, the learning can continue endlessly.
5. One Resource, Endless Subjects
"As an educator, eatsleepdoodle has been such a great addition to my classroom. I use the world map tablecloth and the accompanying online resources to engage my students in Social Studies learning and they LOVE it! [...] I also purchased some Fairytales & Legends products to accompany my literature unit. [...] Overall, I appreciate the hands-on and creative learning approach encouraged by eatsleepdoodle products. They have become a memorable and engaging part of my learning program. I can't recommend them enough!"
Resources that stretch across subjects are hard to come by, but incredibly valuable if a certain method really boosts learning in students. Our reusable colouring in products are available in a huge range of designs which can be used across different subjects.
The fairytales & legends range perfectly accompanies lessons on reading skills and storytelling, whereas the world map and world flag designs are perfect for teaching geography and even history. Got a lesson on the depths of the ocean? Our under the sea collection maps out what creatures you might find at each level.
Each design comes with dedicated learning resources that add educational depth—whether you're teaching flag colours, butterfly species, or the mysteries of the universe. Buy once, wash between lessons, and watch year after year of students benefit.
Join the Conversation
Do you use eatsleepdoodle products in your classroom? We'd absolutely love to see how you're bringing creativity and learning together! Tag us on Instagram, TikTok, or LinkedIn - your story might just inspire another teacher somewhere in the world.
Ready to stock up? Our wash-out pens are designed to last, but when you need refills or extras for larger groups, our 20-count artist sets have you covered.