If you’re looking for a new way to relax or even meditate, look no further. Coloring books are popular with both adults and children as they can help quiet a busy mind. Shop books for coloring at Staples and embark on a journey of fun and relaxation.

What Are Coloring Books?

Coloring books are booklets of themed illustrations that occupy every page, outlined in black and white. They entertain and relax the user by providing an engaging activity that offers very little problem solving, yet demands decision making skills. The user can add color to each page in any way they like!

Although many books for coloring are meant for children’s play, others feature complex and intricate designs that adults can color for a focused and meditative experience. People of all ages can participate in the artistic process.

While users can use a wide range of writing utensils, drawing and colored pencils are the most common ones used to fill in the contents of coloring books. Their lengths can vary, as they come in books that have just a few pages while others have closer to 100.

What Are the Benefits of Books for Coloring?

Coloring books are a great form of entertainment. They are inexpensive and can be completed in multiple sittings, depending on how many pages they contain and how quickly users fill them in. Simply grab some crayons or other drawing utensils to get started.

They are also known for providing certain health benefits by activating specific parts of the brain associated with decision making and problem solving. Use them to help reduce stress and anxiety as well as improve vision and motor skills. Coloring before going to bed also helps users get better sleep and improve focus, since the activity of drawing stimulates the two hemispheres of the brain to communicate.

Where Can a Coloring Book Be Used?

A coloring book can be used on the go at coffee shops, waiting rooms, on lunch breaks, while at work, at home or even in a car as long as the person coloring is not driving. They’re small and light, so they are usually a perfect fit for backpacks or satchels. That means they can be taken anywhere and be used in any setting, whether it's at the office, at home or outdoors.

Books for coloring are ideal for classrooms full of energetic kids who could benefit from exercising their sharing and focus abilities while working together. Additionally, businesses and medical facilities can put visitors at ease by providing coloring books in their waiting rooms.