Buy only ballpoint pens (not gel). It is important to choose a ballpoint pen because the process of writing with it is more laborious - it does not glide over paper as easily as a gel pen. This will ensure that the correct grip and pressure on the handle is developed. Another plus is that what is written with a ballpoint pen dries faster, which means that the child will not smear the drawn letters;

The color of ink for work in copybooks and notebooks is traditionally blue or purple. Check with the teacher, perhaps for highlighting important points students will need a black or green pen;

To choose good pen check the quality of the ink. The pen should not “smear” on paper, at the same time it is bad if it writes intermittently. A quality pen should leave a smooth, thin mark;

The body of the pen should be neither too thick nor too thin. It is better if, when buying, future student hold the pen in his hands and choose the most convenient;

On sale there are special handles with recesses for the fingers of the child. Working with such a pen, a first grader learns how to hold it correctly. There are such ballpoint pens for left-handers - the shape of the notches is “sharpened” for the left hand;

Give preference to a handle with a rubber insert on the body. It is needed so that the child's fingers do not slip while writing;

It is better not to purchase pens with decorative elements for a first grader. Firstly, they are not always convenient, and secondly, they can distract the child from work in the lesson;

It is important to choose a handle made of quality plastic. Your child will hold it in their hands for a long time (and sometimes chew);

If there is a choice to buy a pen with the ability to change rods, do so. The child will not need to get used to different pens, and you save a little;

Be sure to discuss the choice of office with the future teacher. An experienced specialist will advise you good model pens. By the way, in some schools, in the first lessons of writing, first-graders do not even write with pens, but with simple pencils.

Younger schoolchildren quickly experience fatigue in their hands, since they still have insufficiently developed hand muscles and finger coordination. Therefore, the first tool of a first-grader should not be too heavy and long for a small hand (no more than 13 cm), and have a trihedral surface that is easy to grip.

The hygroscopic rubber corrugated stop prevents slipping of the fingers, often sweaty from the tension and diligence of the handle. Comfortable soft grip prevents the formation of calluses on the fingers, helps to develop the technique of writing and even promotes correct posture.

The ink in a ballpoint pen should not be too contrasty, which can distract the student and lead to visual fatigue.

And redundant bright colours plastic pens are always suspicious for the presence of dyes, which can easily remain on wet children's palms, provoking allergies and absorption of the chemical components of paints through the skin.

Ball or gel?

Ballpoint pens

Advantages

  • Writes at any angle (and it is still difficult for a junior high school student to clearly observe the desired position)
  • A large number of options on the market - you can choose for every taste and budget
  • As a rule, inexpensive, you can buy different ones and experiment

Flaws

  • Different ballpoint pens write very differently. The baby will have to get used to each model again.
  • Cheap models do not write well (hard pressure is required, the color fades periodically, and so on)
  • "Bold" ink can smear if you run your hand over freshly written

A simple ballpoint pen is an inexpensive, versatile and common choice.

Gel pens were very popular at one time, but at the same time, a fairly limited number of models can be found on the market, and they are all generally similar.

Most often, they have a fairly comfortable and reliable case, and the nuances can be selected to suit your needs (for example, choose either a rubber gasket or a case with ribs).

How to get your child ready for school?

The grandson goes to school. And I, as a not yet quite experienced grandmother, worry much more than my daughter, her husband and my beloved grandson.

How to get your child ready for school? Which backpack is better? What stationery do you need. The school eventually gave a list of necessary things, but still there are many questions.

For example, which pen is better to buy?

At the beginning of my school life, I wrote with a simple pencil. Then, the most accurate and assiduous teacher began to give out inkwells and fountain pens.

And since, with all my efforts, beautiful letters did not work out, I became almost the last in the class to write in ink.

I still remember the feeling of despair when the teacher once again handed someone beautiful pen, and I wrote with the same gnawed pencil.

When my children went to school, they began to write too fountain pens, but not those from my childhood, but modern, automatic ones. But just a few years later, all schools switched to ordinary ballpoint pens, and I, along with the children, breathed freely.

But then my grandson goes to school, and I understand that pens are different - ballpoint, gel, capillary. There are smooth and ribbed ones, with and without rubber inserts, there are some special handles for first-graders. So what to choose?

What should you pay attention to?

1. The shape of the pen body. For 6-7 summer children trihedral models are considered the most ergonomic.

2. Non-slip insert. Toddlers are too excited and trying to start writing exercises, so little hands sweat and fingers begin to slip. The non-slip material insert makes it easier to hold the handle.

3. Oval cutouts for fingers. For first-graders, special pens are produced with recesses for fingers, forcing the child to hold his hand correctly when writing. These pens are available for both right-handers and left-handers.

4. Softness of writing. The rod in the pen should leave a thin but clear mark without pressure and additional effort on the part of the first grader.

5. Paste color. As for me, this is not a very significant point, but some teachers require purple ink, some - dark blue. It is better to buy several identical checks at once, so that there are no tasks in the notebook that are completed in different colors.

What are the best pens?

We spared no expense and bought a whole bunch of pens from different manufacturers on the stationery site. Starting with a special Stabilo pen for first graders, Pilot and Erich Krause pens, and ending with the exotic Write-Erase pen, which has an eraser on the reverse side.

We liked the special pen for first graders the most. Writes perfectly, practically does not smear, the child is very comfortable to hold it. Minus - the price.

Of course, nothing is a pity for a child, but you won’t buy a pen for 150-200 rubles once a week, or even more often. Maybe for neat girls this is an excellent choice, but for our tomboy - hardly. Orange Erich Krause pens can be found from 15 rubles - a great price. But the child rejected it - he said that it was necessary to press too hard - the hand got tired.

In the end, we settled on the Pilot handles. They write softly, lie comfortably in the hand and the price starts from 50 rubles.

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In the process of preparing a first-grader for school, parents are worried (after all, for the first time in the first grade) and try not to miss a single little thing: notebooks in a cage and an oblique line, covers, a diary, a ruler, plasticine, colored pencils, paints. Head spin. Don't forget a pen, even two. Suddenly lose...

Topic for conversation

Let's talk about the pen. It would seem that there is no particular topic for conversation. Ordinary ballpoint pen. The main thing is to write. And no blobs. Preferably subtle. And don't scratch the paper. And she didn't slip. Here ... There are a lot of requirements for such an ordinary subject. No less is the range of pens offered by stationery stores. It's just eyes wide open. Ordinary, bright, with and without decor, cheap, expensive. In general, for every taste and budget. It is today.

How was it in the past?

Centuries ago, children used fountain pens. Moreover, feathers were taken from real birds, most often geese, less often - ravens, peacocks. The future subject of the letter was first cleaned in hot sand, then it was cut off at a certain angle, after which it was sharpened. The quality of the letter depended on the correctness of the last two manipulations.

Such accessories were written only with a certain inclination and pressure, which initially contributed to the formation of correct writing skills. Of course, not everything turned out beautifully right away, since with a little more pressure or an incorrect inclination, a blot appeared on the sheet. But with great diligence and patience, the handwriting developed by a student of that time would become a standard for today's student.

The world has changed. Writing utensils too. In the school market, they are presented in a huge variety. Each consumer will always find an option to their liking.

Main selection criteria

Which pen to choose for a first grader? First of all, parents should focus on factors such as:

  • Body shape. The most ergonomic are product models that have three faces.
  • Non-slip insert. Taking the first steps in mastering the science of writing, the child tries very hard, his fingers sweat from tension, so the handle at the holding point must be equipped with an element that does not allow the fingers to slide down.
  • The softness of the letter. In an effort to learn how to write, the student makes every effort. The handle for the first grader should not leave a trace of pressure.
  • The color of the paste and the thickness of the line when writing. As a rule, the color range varies from blue to dark purple shades. The standard line thickness is 0.5-1.5 mm.

The most common option used in primary school, - ballpoint pens. For first graders, they are familiar, many children with their help mastered writing skills back in preschool. Therefore, parents are advised to stay on this option. In the process of choosing such an important subject for writing, here are a few tips:

  • The handle for the first grader should not be long. Recommended length - 13 cm.
  • It is desirable to give preference to an object with a trihedral shape of the girth zone,
  • High-quality non-toxic plastic that meets environmental standards is the most optimal material from which a pen should be made.
  • The presence of a rubber insert in the case, which is necessary so that the fingers of a first grader do not slip off. On sale there are special silicone nozzles on the handle, equipped with guide grooves, in which the child's fingers fit comfortably.

  • In the process of writing, the pen should leave a thin, even mark, write softly, without effort. Do not smear, because a neat notebook for a first grader is a matter of pride.
  • The handle should be medium in size. The thin and thick body are inconvenient in girth, so even with all the effort it will be difficult for the child to develop a beautiful handwriting.

By the way, today special pens for first-graders are sold in stores, which stop writing if they are tilted incorrectly. This trick helps to form good handwriting in a child.

What to pay attention to?

If the student is left-handed? Then parents can worry about getting a special pen designed for left-handed writing. Which pens are best for a first grader, of course, are decided by the parents, but in any case, you should not buy writing objects that have a massive, complex shape or are decorated with decorative elements, equipped with small details. Outer beauty such a product will only interfere with the writing process.

As for the cost, it is better to choose a middle ground: do not buy the cheapest options, but do not overpay for an expensive brand. The key selection criterion is ease of use. In the classroom, it is better for a child to have two pens in a pencil case - a main one and a spare one. With more of them, the baby will wonder: which one to choose? And this is a waste of time.

In the process of choosing a pen for a first-grader, parents, in addition to the main characteristics of the item, pay attention to who made it. We present a brief overview of the most popular brands.

Overview of ballpoint pens. Stabilo

Stabilo. The pen for the first grader from the German manufacturer has a trihedral body, equipped with a rubber insert with oval slots that contribute to the correct positioning of the student's fingers. In the process of writing, pressure is almost not required, since such pens write softly and are very comfortable to use. Of the minuses, it is worth noting a not too thin, easily smeared line and darkish ink. Such a writing instrument from Stabilo costs about 70-130 rubles.

The most optimal model for a first-grader is the Stabilo Liner 808 F, which prevents hand fatigue and increases writing speed. Available in two variations: for left-handers (L) and right-handers (R).

What do the Japanese offer?

Pilot. A Japanese company whose writing instruments are popular all over the world. Handles are available in various models, all of them have a round body, equipped with rubber inserts. Pleased with the high quality of the ink. The line when writing is thin, neat, practically does not smear. The price of products from Pilot is quite high. Most simple models sold from 50 rubles. apiece, options with a set of the most optimal characteristics for a first grader will cost about 200 rubles.

The Pilot company also produces write-and-erase pens, which are becoming increasingly popular among schoolchildren. The difference from conventional models is the presence of an eraser with which you can cover up what is written. Among the disadvantages of such a pen, it is worth mentioning the not too uniform, abundant ink supply, their pale, watercolor color and instant drying within 3-5 seconds. In addition, it does not last long, the ink runs out quickly.

Office from BIC

BIC. The French company produces high quality products. In particular, the best pens for first graders are the product of this particular manufacturer. They write at any angle, do not scratch the paper, and have a transparent housing that allows you to control the level of ink. The cap has a hole made to reduce the risk of suffocation if swallowed. Hexagonal handle fits easily in the hand. Does not smear, does not flow. It is inexpensive, about 20 rubles.

Characteristics of the domestic product

Erich Krause. Russian brand stationery, whose products are mainly produced in Southeast Asia. The German name in the name is taken as a confirmation of product quality, because many domestic consumers consider German products to be the most reliable. Range ballpoint pens from this supplier is quite wide, prices are average. Most a budget option costs 15-20 rubles, does not have a rubber pad against slipping fingers, which is compensated by the ribbing of the plastic case in this place. The color of the ink matches the color of the cap. In the process of writing, you have to make a little effort to press.

ballpoint pen:

  • Used by 92% of the inhabitants of the planet Earth.
  • At the very beginning of its production, they sold for $ 12 apiece. Moreover, the demand for this product was incredible.
  • Many collect. The most impressive collection contains about 160,000 items. This fact is registered in the Guinness Book of Records. The owner of such a collection is the German Angelica Unverhau.
  • Selling worldwide at a rate of 125 pieces per second.
  • Many people love to chew. This circumstance is not bad form, but indicates the intensity of the thought process.

Well, in conclusion useful advice first grader:

Do you want to write letters

not squiggles?

Learn to hold correctly

in your pen a pen!