{"id":5752,"date":"2020-01-31T16:37:20","date_gmt":"2020-01-31T16:37:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.itselementary.com\/blog\/?p=5752"},"modified":"2020-01-31T16:37:20","modified_gmt":"2020-01-31T16:37:20","slug":"high-quality-pencils-the-write-school-supplies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.itselementary.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/high-quality-pencils-the-write-school-supplies\/","title":{"rendered":"High-quality Pencils – the “Write” School Supplies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Picture it: It\u2019s back-to-school time. You\u2019ve stocked up on school supplies: folders, notebooks, rulers, crayons, and pencils. Pencils! You forgot the pencils! \u201cNo problem\u201d, you think. \u201cI\u2019ll just run to the big box store and pick some up.\u201d Right? Wrong. Before you purchase ordinary pencils for your classroom, consider the quality of those pencils. While it\u2019s easy and cheap to grab the first pencils you see, quality DOES matter when it comes to these essential school supplies. High-quality pencils<\/a> make a huge difference in the culture of your elementary school classroom and the success of your students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quality Pencils = Fewer Classroom Disruptions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As a teacher, you know the drill: Just when you\u2019re ready to start class or hand out a pop quiz, or when students are supposed to be working silently, the onslaught to the pencil sharpener begins, and every productive thing happening in class grinds to a halt. Time wasted. Focus lost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To prevent this mad rush to the sharpener, stock up on high-quality pencils that don\u2019t shred, unravel, or break. You may want to consider pre-sharpened test-taking pencils<\/a> that are ready when you are. High-quality pencils are essential to ensure:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Classes can get started on time and stay on schedule<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 You and your students can stay focused on the tasks at\nhand<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 The room stays quiet, so everyone can concentrate<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Better Pencils = Increased Student Confidence<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bold and colorful pencils that are easy to use make writing smoother and more fun, and when writing is fun, kids want to do it more. High-quality pencils can help you promote a culture of confidence in your classrooms. Use just-for-fun pencils<\/a> as student incentives and awards to motivate and inspire your students to keep on writing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sturdy Pencils = Better Writing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s a fact that students who learn the\nproper writing skills early do better in school \u2013 and in life. Writing is\nessential to everything they\u2019ll do in the future, so it\u2019s important to give\nyour students the tools they need to achieve now and succeed later. Pencils\nwith strong lead, comfortable grips and sturdy barrels help students form\nletters properly and write legibly, which leads to better writing and reading\ncomprehension and stronger communication skills that will take them through\ntheir school years and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reliable Pencils = Great Value<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The old saying, \u201cyou get what you pay for\u201d is really true. While you might save a penny or two by buying cheap pencils, you will end up saving money in the long run by spending a bit more on quality custom pencils<\/a> that you won\u2019t have to replace as often. Investing a little now means saving a lot later on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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High-quality Pencils = Responsible Students<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Students who use low-quality pencils\nthat fall apart or make writing look blurry or dull have no incentive to keep\nthem nice \u2013or keep them at all. Kids will be proud to use pencils that are comfortable,\nstrong, and easy to use, and they\u2019ll want to hold on to these quality school\nsupplies. They\u2019ll learn to respect their (and others\u2019) property and develop a\nsense of responsibility. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For some things, quality doesn\u2019t matter, and you can get away with skimping to save a little money. Pencils are not one of those things. Sacrificing the quality of the pencils in your classroom is equal to sacrificing the quality of learning for your students. When you gear up for the next school year, be sure to stock up on high-caliber pencils and set your kids up for success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Need top quality stock and custom pencils for your school or classroom? We have you covered. Shop now at itselementary.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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