From the Manufacturer 12ct Crayola Colored Pencils is the art material of choice for older kids 8-12. Perfect for school projects and detail work. Quality brand you can trust. Product Description Presharpened points stay sharp longer and resharpen easier than most colored pencils. Features thick, soft 3.3 mm cores that don"t break easily under pressure. Bright colors provide smooth, scratch-free laydown and are perfect for color mixing and blending. Manufactured from strong, reforested wood, leaving rainforests alone and protecting the environment.