Helping a left-handed kid (or even an adult!) learn to write comfortably can be tricky, but this pencil is designed specifically for that. The STABILO EASYgraph S has a thin, triangular shape that naturally encourages the proper tripod grip (thumb, index, and middle finger). For lefties, the special non-slip grip zones are placed in just the right spots to support their hand position without smudging what they've just written. It's a cheerful petrol blue color and has a 2.2mm thick HB-grade lead that's perfect for schoolwork - it writes precisely without being too hard or too soft, and it resists smudging. The end of the pencil is color-coded with yellow and red so you can easily pick out the left-handed version. It's even made from FSC-certified wood. Teachers in the UK love it, and kids love it because it's comfortable and makes their pencil case look cool. A great tool to build good handwriting habits from the start.