Today, while I was reading a book, I got rattled by the sound of Ma scolding my brothers. Though she wasn't that loud; it was so unexpected for me, who was immersed in the world created by her book. Ma wouldn't simply scold anyone, that made me think, What have the boys done? And I asked her and she said, "you see this is the tenth pencil this week and that's not okay." I hummed in response to which she added, "They are just like you." That made me think, that's right, I have always lost my pencils before I used even half part of them. And I am certain, many of you can agree with me here.
How You and I both are causing deforestation...
You see this might look silly to many of us, but if you give a little more thought, that is not the case. Most of these pencils that we use are made of wooden bodies. If they are made of a wooden body, that means trees have to be cut for them to be made. No one hasn't used or is using a pencil which implies many trees are cut annually to make them. We thus unknowingly becomes the reason for deforestation. Some people would say, Even if I stop using wooden pencils, will that stop trees from being cut? What else would I use? Those two are relevant questions.
Will 'you' opting, not to use wooden pencils save trees...?
Paper pencils could be your new friend...
How are paper pencils made..?
The pencils are made by rolling by rolling machines by using picked reusable paper and are then adhered to the lead using good quality glue that is coated many times. The glue is chosen not only for its good quality and eco-friendly nature but also for its good cushioning effect so that the lead doesn't break even if the pencil is dropped. Another important quality is waterproof nature. We don't want the paper getting soggy due to rain or water now do we? Even paper is picked, quality checked papers of newspaper and other papers are used to ensure the good quality of the paper. But if you plan on making them at home by DIY method any paper and normal paper glue would work as well.
Why should you opt for them..?
Paper pencils are good replacements for traditional wooden and plastic pencils for many reasons.
1. Lightweight
2. Eco-friendly and biodegradable
3. Long-lasting
4. Easy to sharpen
5. Zero pollution
6. Budget-friendly
You should also keep in mind that you are indirectly helping nature to be more healthy and also our future generations by being sustainable.
Paper pencils have now much high demand and thus leading to better designs and variety. Don't forget to check out the seed pencil!! Whereat the end of the pencil, you will receive a seed which you can grow and be part of the eco-friendly campaign.
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