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Systematically learning how to write

 

Learning to write: Only Faber-Castell offers the right writing instrument for every stage of this process: Indispensable and recommended by many educators are the Jumbo GRIP pencil and the beginner’s fountain pen. Jumbo GRIP pencils train writing on the line and can withstand the high pressure of unpracticed elementary school students. The patented soft-GRIP zone of dots made from water-based paint prevents fingers from slipping, and the ergonomic triangular shaft is especially well-suited for being held by small hands. The beginner’s fountain pen has an ergonomically-shaped cap designed to prevent rolling off, ink-level windows for easy ink checking and a robust nib.

Both instruments are now available in the new “Learn-To-Write-Fun Set”, together with templates for practicing and playful ideas to support the learning process. The super-soft modeling clay for finger relaxation exercises completes the set – that makes learning to write fun!

 
 

 

 
 

Swinging Circus

The new Activity Set “Swinging Circus” is based on the propelling pencil with the nearly unbreakable lead and an exercise book full of variety. It is an ideal gift idea for preschool children. The propelling pencil with non-slip soft grip zone provides top writing comfort, and the extra thick lead (1.4 mm) is child’s play to adjust with the precision twist mechanism. Thanks to the three-point grip zone, the propelling pencil is suitable for both left and right-handers. Plus, it doesn’t need to be sharpened! Thus, fine motor skills which form the basis for an individual handwriting are systematically developed. 

 

 

 
 

 

 
 

Snippety-Snip 

Two more Activity Sets promote the natural pleasure in drawing, painting, and creative design:

 

The set “Snippety-Snip” helps to learn to cut with scissors while playing, develops fine motor skills, and trains spatial imagination. .

 
 

Painting School

 

The new set “Painting School” offers a terrific idea book with lots of tips for painting with the water-soluble Jumbo GRIP colour pencils

 
 

 

 
 

Trendy Tattoo Markers 

Cool tattoos are very popular among young people. Children and young people who would like to try out the popular body adornments can now decorate themselves with the new ink markers. The tattoo markers by Faber-Castell are available in trendy henna and black and have a flexible point that keeps its shape even after frequent use. Fine ornaments and characters or even large motifs can be drawn directly on the skin. The highly pigmented water-based cosmetic ink dries quickly, has been dermatologically tested and washes out of most textiles. The colored artworks adhere for up to 60 hours and if the artist doesn't like the result, it can be easily washed off with soap and water.

 
 
© 2010 Faber-Castell UK | Last modified: 05/31/2011
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