Pre-sharpened and ready-to-use straight out of the box, these Classmaster colouring pencils are ideal for artists of all ages. Each pencil is made from reliable quality wood in a polished, hexagonal barrel, so there's no need to worry about breakages or pencils rolling under desks out of reach. The 3mm diameter lead is softer for excellent colour laydown; ideal for younger artists and for colouring in. Pack contains 500 colouring pencils in 12 assorted colours, in a compartmentalised tray.