My First Pencils
Chunky, easy-grip pencils designed for small hands to build writing confidence, improve control, and support fine motor development from the very first strokes.
$8.22
Quantity:
In a Curriculum Kit
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In a Curriculum Kit
Supplemental Material
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My First Pencils
My First Pencils are designed specifically for beginning writers. Their chunky barrel fits small hands more comfortably than standard pencils, helping young children develop a proper grip while reducing hand fatigue during writing and drawing activities.
The thick 2B graphite core writes smoothly with less pressure, making it easier for children to create dark, visible lines as they practice forming letters, numbers, and shapes. Because the core is wider than a traditional pencil, it also stands up better to the heavy pressure many new writers naturally use.
Each pencil comes pre-sharpened and includes a large eraser for easy corrections. A sharpener is also included, so you're ready to use the pencils right out of the package.
If your child is just beginning handwriting instruction, the larger size and sturdy construction of My First Pencils can make early writing practice more comfortable and less frustrating.
Manufacturer: Channie's LLC
Age Recommendation: 3-7
Grade Recommendation: Preschool-2nd
Faith-Based: No
Consumable: Yes
Set Includes: 5 pencils, 1 sharpener
Size: 4.7" x .5" (each pencil)
Weight: 5 oz. (each pencil)
SHARP HAZARD - This item has a sharp surface for sharpening.CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Review by The Art Kit.
”Perfect for preschoolers and kindergarteners (and even older children and adults!), Channie’s pencils create thick dark lines and come pre-sharpened.”
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Review by Little Earthling Blog.
”Percy (four years old) has been using these for a couple of months. Here is what I have observed. First off, Percy (and little brother Monty) love these pencils. Percy calls them “my special pencils” and always chooses them to write or draw with. Percy finds these easy to grasp and enjoys the colorful designs.”
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Review by Crunchy Mama DFW.
”Guiding children through handwriting can be quite difficult. For parents searching for handwriting workbooks and pencils for their children, I would absolutely recommend Channie’s My First Pencils and My First Letters. We have had a great experience thus far, and will continue practicing with the workbook and pencils.”
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Review by Thriftschooling.
”My six-year-old needed the extra practice, and he truly gravitated toward these worksheets. I realized that he appreciated the simplicity of it. Even though he is working on more difficult work in his other subjects, having this remedial work available for him was therapeutic because it was easy and fun. Please don't tell him that it really was work! He truly looked at it as a fun activity book!”
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Review by The M Word.
”These Channie’s My First Pencils are so cute and perfect for little hands just starting to write.”
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- September 28, 2026
Owen
Pros: smooth graphite flow, soft eraser, fun designs Cons: NONE :) Ideal for beginners!
- September 22, 2026
Ricquel
These pencils are great! My son has struggled with holding pencils properly, but these are helping him hold it properly, which is improving his writing skills.
- July 15, 2025
Excellent Starter Pencils
Dorothy W.
I'd give these a 4.5 if I could but rounded up to 5. My son and I both really like these pencils. The shorter and fatter design is crucial for him to having a more comfortable and successful writing experience for pencil and writing practice. Also the package comes with a pencil sharpener so if you didn't get the sharpener located in the kit or you misplaced it, you have a good backup on hand. The pencils are sturdy and durable which is also a must at this age as well, they don't break easily and the "lead" doesn't snap or smudge without you really trying hard to do so. I'd bump off half a star for 2 reasons. One is that the eraser on the pencil is NOT very good. THAT will smudge and stain your work. We use a seperate eraser of a different brand because it's that bad. Also, the designs on the pencil are cute but the heat and friction of hands will have them rubbed off very quickly and the design ink will stain the hands holding the pencil. Nothing a little soap and water won't fix but it's still annoying to deal with. All in all, these pencils are a win, definitely preferable to what was in past kits, and we will continue to use them with pleasure.
- September 20, 2024
Great Pencils for Kids
Annsley B.
My daughter loves the pencils! I can’t wait to use them with my son.
- July 30, 2024
Great
Brittany G.
Kids love these pencils
- July 29, 2024
My favorite pencils for my kids!
LaDonna H.
These pencils are wonderful for kids. They are the perfect diameter and length for smaller hands. The lead is soft so it writes nice and dark. The eraser is large and works great. I am so happy to have found these pencils!
- July 16, 2024
Good size for little hands!
Sara W.
We’ve had a few packs of these and even tho the erasers go first I hand into them as they don’t break easily and are great for the younger kids.
- June 26, 2024
Good for little hands
Sara W.
We always have these on hand..all 3 of our littles use them. They don’t break constantly like some brands.
- March 19, 2024
Family favorite
Elizabeth D.
Even my middle schoolers like to write with these, they are great!
- February 29, 2024
good pencils, but...
Liza
these are great pencils for little hands with a lot of eraser, but the design rubs off and stains hands
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