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

For generations, the No. 2 pencil has represented American childhood and education. It remains a back-to-school essential, helping children write their first letters and erase their mistakes.

No. 2 pencilAmerican educationback-to-school shopping

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