Identify Office Supplies

Pencil

The pencil writes with a graphite core and can be erased.

💡 Did you know? Despite its name it contains no lead.

Ballpoint pen

The ballpoint pen spreads ink via a tiny ball at the tip.

💡 Did you know? The ball rolls as you write.

Eraser

The eraser removes pencil marks from paper.

💡 Did you know? It simply lifts the graphite away.

Ruler

The ruler is a straight strip with a scale for measuring and drawing lines.

💡 Did you know? It is usually 30 centimetres long.

Scissors

Scissors cut with two blades working against each other.

💡 Did you know? It is a simple lever mechanism.

Stapler

The stapler fastens sheets of paper with a bent metal staple.

💡 Did you know? One press drives the staple through the paper.

Hole punch

The hole punch stamps round holes into paper for filing.

💡 Did you know? Usually it makes exactly two holes.

Paper clip

The paper clip holds loose sheets together with bent wire.

💡 Did you know? Its classic shape is called the ‘Gem’.

Sharpener

The sharpener cuts the pencil's tip sharp again.

💡 Did you know? An angled blade peels the wood.

Highlighter

The highlighter emphasises text with bright, translucent colour.

💡 Did you know? Neon yellow is the most popular colour.

Adhesive tape

Adhesive tape is a transparent strip with a sticky side on a roll.

💡 Did you know? You simply tear it off at the edge.

Drawing pin

The drawing pin is a short nail with a wide head for pin boards.

💡 Did you know? It is pushed in with the thumb.