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How the No. 2 pencil became a uniquely American school supply staple

Source: Abcnews.com· JOCELYN GECKER AP education writer· August 24, 2026
How the No. 2 pencil became a uniquely American school supply staple

The No. 2 pencil has been a symbol of American childhood and education for generations

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