This is the "Ubi-X α (Alpha)," a tool designed to practice and correct the proper way to hold pencils, brushes, and chopsticks. Recommended by the Children's Writing Institute. It's designed to help children learn the correct way to hold a brush. It can be used to practice holding pencils and chopsticks. ★ There are some light ink stains on the white ball part, as it was used by a child during calligraphy class at school. ★ There is no instruction manual. The last image is one I found through a search. Please understand that this is a used item. Thank you.