Specifications: Slightly oversized, this Laddie pencil can be used by kids starting to transition from printing to cursive writing. The easy-to-grip design makes it a great choice as a beginner pencil.^^This Ticonderoga pencil has a thick graphite core that delivers a broad, smooth line.^^Easy-to-grip 11/32" diameter makes these Ticonderoga pencils ideal for children just starting to write.^^Laddie elementary pencils come unsharpened.