What is inside a pen that helps it write?
Ink! The ink flows out when you move the pen on paper.
What do we call the part of the pen you hold?
The barrel! That’s the long part of the pen.
What pen has no ink and can’t write? (think animal)
A penguin!
How many pens are made each year in the world?
Over 14 billion! That’s more than 1 pen for every person on Earth.
Why do pens sometimes stop working even when they have ink?
The ink might be dry or the ball might be stuck.
What do you call a pen that uses liquid ink and has a metal tip?
A fountain pen! It writes very smoothly and looks fancy.
What kind of pen can change color when you write with it?
A magic pen or color-change pen! Some pens have ink that changes in the light.
What do you call the part of the pen that you click?
The button or clicker! It makes the tip come out or go in.
Why do some pens have caps?
To stop the ink from drying out! A cap keeps the pen fresh.
What is a pen refill?
It’s a new ink tube for your pen — so you don’t throw the whole pen away.
What country is famous for making beautiful pens?
Japan! They make smooth and artistic pens like Pilot and Uni-ball.
What do you call a pen with four ink colors in one?
A multi-color pen!
