For children just starting to learn to write. These pencils are thick to fit comfortably in small hands. The short practice pencils have a rounded, soft triangular shape, and each side features illustrations of a father, mother, and older brother. By placing the "father finger," "mother finger," and "older brother finger" on the corresponding illustrations, children are encouraged to hold the pencil correctly. Suitable for both right- and left-handed children. Set includes: Practice pencil: 1 Children's pencils: 5 Dedicated pencil sharpener Shimajiro pencil case The pencil sharpener is designed for children's pencils, but can also sharpen regular-sized pencils. #KUMON #ChildrensPencils #Shimajiro