Ballpoint pens were very popular among pilots in World War II because they did not leak at high altitudes.
Interesting Facts
Research suggests that printing letters and writing in cursive activate different parts of the brain.
Interesting Facts
Around 2,500 pencils can be made from one average tree. And a typical pencil can draw a line 35 miles long or write about 45,000 words.
How to improve your handwriting
Choose the right tools. Some people prefer pen, others pencils. Some like them larger, others smaller. The important thing is to find a writing instrument that feels right in your hand.