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It's time to sharpen your pencils and get ready to celebrate National Pencil Day on March 30! This holiday has been around since 1858, when the first pencil was invented in Germany. Since then, pencils have become a staple of writing tools all over the world and are used by students, artists, writers and more. So go ahead and get creative with your pencils! Celebrate this day by doodling, sketching or even just taking some time to reflect on how much you appreciate this simple but powerful tool.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1565</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Discovery of Graphite</div><div class='timeline-text'>Graphite, the core material of all modern pencils, was discovered in England.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1662</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Mass-Produced Pencils</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first pencils were mass-produced in Nuremberg, Germany by Faber-Castell.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1795</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of Modern Pencil</div><div class='timeline-text'>Nicholas-Jacques Conte patented a new process of creating pencils, giving birth to the modern pencil we know today.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1858</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Eraser-Topped Pencil Patented</div><div class='timeline-text'>Hymen Lipman received the first patent for attaching an eraser to the end of a pencil.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1998</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pencil Revolutionized Again</div><div class='timeline-text'>The introduction of mechanical pencils revolutionized writing, drawing, and drafting.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Pencil Day Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Pencil Day was recognized as an official holiday, celebrating the invention, history, and significance of pencils.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a pencil drawing</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Grab your pencils and some paper and start sketching. Create a masterpiece with just a few pencils, or go all out with a variety of colors and shades.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a letter</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use a pencil to write someone a letter. Nothing says 'I care' like getting an old-fashioned letter in the mail written with a pencil.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Draw on the sidewalk</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Grab some chalk and get creative on your sidewalk or driveway. Draw out a large heart or create a mural of your favorite pencil art.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a pencil party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over for an evening of fun and creativity. Provide plenty of paper, pencils, and coloring books for everyone to enjoy.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make pencil crafts</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative by making pencil crafts such as pencil holders, pencil wreaths, and even pencil jewelry.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Pencils are easy to use</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Pencils are incredibly easy to use and require no special skills or knowledge. All you need to do is pick one up, sharpen it, and start writing or drawing! Their versatility makes them the perfect choice for everything from school projects to sketching art pieces.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They offer precision & accuracy</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the best things about pencils is that they offer a level of precision and accuracy that other tools like pens or markers just can't match. You can draw very thin lines with a pencil or create detailed shading effects that would be nearly impossible with other instruments.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It’s environmentally friendly</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Since pencils don't require any ink, they're much more environmentally friendly than traditional pens. Plus, if you choose sustainably sourced wooden pencils then you won't even have to worry about where your materials came from - making it an even greener option!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Pencils can write underwater</h3><p class='facts-content'>Ever wondered why astronauts and divers often use pencils? This writing tool can function underwater and in zero-gravity environments, unlike ball-point pens.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The average pencil can draw a line 35 miles long</h3><p class='facts-content'>A standard graphite pencil has the potential to draw a line that is approximately 35 miles long or write about 45,000 words. That's a lot of creativity in one small tool!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Pencil hardness is categorized by a complex grading scale</h3><p class='facts-content'>The hardness of a pencil is measured by a scale ranging from 9H (hardest) to 9B (softest). HB lies in the middle, providing a balance between darkness and hardness.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Pencil lead doesn't contain actual lead</h3><p class='facts-content'>Contrary to common belief, pencil 'lead' contains no actual lead. It's made of graphite (a form of carbon), mixed with clay for hardness. Therefore, it's non-toxic and safe.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Presidents like Thomas Jefferson were known to use pencils</h3><p class='facts-content'>Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the United States, was known for his usage and love of pencils. It is said he even used a special mechanical pencil for his portable writing needs.</p></div></div>
National Pencil Day is celebrated on March 30 every year. In 2024 National Pencil Day will occur on a Saturday.
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