Colored pencils are an indispensable tool at home and in the classroom, ideal for creating and coloring maps, completing art or science projects, and making signs and labels. Crayola Colored Pencils have an easy-to-grip design for better control and are made with thick, soft lead, so they won't break easily under pressure. Kids will love to use these durable, vividly colored pencils. Small enough to fit in a book bag, this portable box holds a variety of colors. The smooth colors are perfect for color mixing and blending as well as for practicing more detailed techniques. Crayola Colored Pencils are created from reforested wood instead of wood from old-growth forests. For every tree used in the manufacturing of Crayola Colored Pencils, a new tree is planted. Each box includes 12 Crayola Colored Pencils. Sold as 12 boxes for a total of 144 pencils.