Are 'washable' kids markers and paints actually washable?

Mostly, but with caveats. The r/CleaningTips and r/toddlers threads in our data are blunt about it: parents say Crayola's washable line is the only one they truly trust, and even then results depend on fabric type and how long the stain sits. Off-brand 'washable' claims are treated with skepticism in community discussions.