Best School Chalk of 2026

"My granddaughter was absolutely delighted with this chalk. She stayed entertained for hours and was thrilled with both the number of pieces and the vibrant colors. The sticks are just the right size for her small hands, and the writing comes out beautifully. They even survived a few accidental drops without breaking. The storage container is super handy for keeping everything together for next time."

"As someone with larger hands, I really appreciate the substantial size and sturdiness of these chalk sticks. No more dealing with tiny pieces that snap easily! The bold, vivid colors and strong pigment make my sidewalk art stand out, and even a little rain doesn’t wash everything away. Cleanup is a breeze, and the chalk is tough enough to survive being stepped on. It’s perfect for both kids and adults who want to get creative."

"We use this bucket of chalk at the park every day, and the colors are fun, bright, and show up clearly on concrete. I love that they’re virtually dust-free, which makes things less messy. Overall, it’s a great choice for outdoor fun."

"I was looking for something simple to replace my old chalk for the dart board, and this was just what I needed. You can’t go wrong with this classic, basic chalk."

"This chalk works wonderfully for removing oil stains from clothing. I’m really happy with how well it performs for this purpose."

"If you want a cheap, reliable item for your junk drawer, this is it. It’s great for marking things or playing sidewalk games, plus it’s quite durable and doesn’t break easily."

"I really appreciate the old-school vibe these chalks bring, but what stands out is the bold, rich colors and how smoothly they write. It’s a nice upgrade from the usual chalk."

"The chalk is a great deal for the price and comes in a nice selection of colors. I did notice, though, that they break a bit easier than other brands, but overall, you get a lot for what you pay."

"Most of the colored chalk works just as you’d hope—vivid and easy to use. However, a couple of sticks in my pack were so hard or waxy that they wouldn’t write at all. That was disappointing since I was excited for the extra color options."

"I absolutely love these chalks! The color payoff is incredible—so vibrant and pigmented that they outshine every other brand I've tried. Even when a few sticks arrive broken, it's still a great deal because the pieces are usable and the price is unbeatable. I'm definitely sticking with this brand!"

"After trying several brands for our DIY kitchen chalkboard, I discovered Prang Hygieia and was blown away. It writes smoothly and clearly, even on painted surfaces, with minimal dust and easy erasing. I noticed a couple of sticks were broken, but honestly, that's just how chalk is—it's fragile. The quality more than makes up for it."

"These Prang chalks are more than just tools—they're a creative arsenal! The colors are bold and energetic, the texture buttery smooth, and they last for ages. They even make simple math look heroic. If you want your chalkboard to truly pop, this is the chalk to use."

"I got a ton of chalk for under $2, and it writes well and even helps with oil stains on clothes. Although a few pieces were broken, the value makes up for it, so I’m not too bothered."

"The chalk writes smoothly, leaves crisp lines, and erases cleanly without much dust. I like that it’s safe for kids, but I did notice most sticks arrived broken due to the packaging. If you manage to get unbroken ones, they work exactly as promised."

"Both of my boxes had a lot of broken pieces, especially one box where almost all the chalk was broken. The chalks were shorter than the box, which let them rattle around and break. The 'break-resistant' claim feels a bit off, but I still got some usable pieces."

"I've found this chalk to be affordable, smooth to write with, and perfect for both my classroom and homemade chalkboard at home. My kids use them a lot and the colors are nice. They do break sometimes, but honestly, that's been my experience with most chalk."

"The colors are very vibrant and I appreciate that it's not completely dust free, but creates much less dust than others I've tried. It's also easy to use and erases easily. Overall, the quality and price are excellent."

"I use this on our display board and the color stays bright even in humid conditions. If we leave it on too long, we need to wash it off, but it cleans up well with no ghosting. Great value and nice quality."

"I really appreciate how sturdy the chalk holder is—it keeps the chalk secure, so it doesn’t slip out. It’s also the ideal size for my toddler, making it easy for little hands to use. Plus, it helps keep chalk dust off my child’s hands, which I love."

"After struggling with other holders that let chalk fall out and break, I found this one to be exactly what we needed. It keeps the chalk in place, which is perfect for my toddler who tends to break and even try to taste the chalk!"

"It’s a great value overall—the pen feels durable and holds chalk firmly in place. The chalk itself is the classic kind, not the waxy dustless type, and I’m totally satisfied with how well it works."

"I really appreciate how these erasers clean my old slate chalkboard so well that I don’t need to wash it every time. I’d definitely repurchase!"

"The teachers I bought these for were impressed by their durability and overall quality. They made a great impression!"

"I use these to wipe down the inside of my car windows and remove the foggy film that builds up. They work perfectly and I love that I don’t waste paper towels or make a mess."

"After trying so many types of chalk, I can confidently say this is the smoothest, most vibrant chalk I’ve ever used. It glides effortlessly on the board, leaves almost no dust, and the colors really make my writing pop. Even better—my hands stay clean, and the chalk erases completely without leaving a trace. Only downside: my last order arrived with some pieces broken, but that’s more about the packaging than the chalk itself."

"As a teacher, I used to hate writing on the board because my old chalk would screech, skip, and break constantly. This new chalk is a game changer—smooth, silky, and never noisy. My students even noticed how nicely it writes! No more dreaded chalk screeches or constant breakage. It’s made teaching with a chalkboard enjoyable again."

"I discovered this chalk while looking for something better for my classroom. From the first use, I was impressed by how smoothly it writes and how vivid the colors are. It’s sturdy, doesn’t crumble, and is comfortable to hold, even after hand surgery. Even my high school students were amazed by it!"

"I really enjoy using these because they're just like chalk but so much cleaner—no messy hands, and you can sharpen them to a perfect point. They’re awesome for my kitchen board where I jot down meals and grocery items, plus the included sharpener is a nice touch."

"As someone who paints mandalas, these pencils are perfect for marking guidelines. They wipe off easily after painting, which makes them super convenient. I would absolutely recommend them to others!"

"I had some trouble getting these to work; the chalk hardly shows up and I have to press really hard. Unfortunately, I couldn't use them on the paper I had in mind. Wish they were a bit more visible."