What toxic materials to avoid in the classroom?

Question

This is centered around Art In Early Childhood so I guess what Toxic Art supplies to avoid?

Answer 1

Just check the labels - if it says keep away from children -keep it away from children!

permanent markers

shaving cream

anything aerosol

Bingo dobbers

etc.

Answer 2

some types of glues are

toxic so look for ones that

say non toxic.

Answer 3

Acrylic based paints

Answer 4

Not toxic, but for children with allergies to soy, there is soy in a lot of art supplies.

Also, for children who are chemically sensitive, products that have an odor.

(Lakeshore Learning's Ink Stamp Pads are the latest that we have found to make my daughter sick)