Stabilo Pens, Pencils & Highlighters

Stabilo pens, pencils and highlighters cover everyday writing, colouring and study, from the STABILO BOSS highlighter to the EASY ergonomic range made for left- and right-handed children. The range suits Key Stage 1 pupils learning to write through to students revising and adults at work.

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Stabilo is a German stationery brand best known for the BOSS highlighter and its EASY learn-to-write family. Our 2026 Stabilo range brings together highlighters, handwriting pens, ergonomic pencils, colouring pencils, fineliners and whiteboard markers, so schools, families and workplaces can buy the right tool for each job in one place.

What does the Stabilo range include?

  • Highlighters: the STABILO BOSS ORIGINAL desk set of 23 colours, GREEN BOSS highlighters made from 83% recycled plastic, BOSS Mini Animal Vibes and Luminator highlighters.
  • Handwriting pens and pencils: EASYgraph pencils, the EASYoriginal rollerball, the EASYergo 3.15 mechanical pencil and the EASYbuddy school fountain pen.
  • Colouring: Woody 3 in 1 pencils, EASYcolors ergonomic colouring pencils, Trio thick short pencils, Pen 68 and Point 88 mini sets, Cappi felt-tip pens and Creative Tips ARTY sets.
  • Everyday writing and classroom: PointBall ballpoint pens, SENSOR fine fineliners and MARKdry whiteboard and flipchart markers.

How do I choose the right Stabilo highlighter?

For most study and office use, the STABILO BOSS ORIGINAL is the place to start. Stabilo states its chisel tip draws 2 mm and 5 mm lines, it can be left uncapped for up to 4 hours without drying out, and the fluorescent colours can be refilled. Choose GREEN BOSS if recycled materials matter to you, or the BOSS Mini sets for a smaller pencil case. Colour-coding revision notes is a simple way for students to organise topics before exams.

Which Stabilo pens and pencils help children learn to write?

The Stabilo EASY range is designed to support children aged around 5 to 10 as they learn to write, with separate versions for left- and right-handers. Stabilo EASYgraph pencils have a thick triangular shape with non-slip grip moulds. The EASYergo 3.15 mechanical pencil has a thick, break-resistant lead, and the EASYoriginal handwriting pen is a refillable rollerball for school children from age 6. The EASYbuddy fountain pen comes with beginner, standard and left-handed nibs. Browse more left-handed pens and pencils for smudge-free writing.

Can Stabilo EASY pens help with dyspraxia or handwriting difficulties?

Stabilo EASY pens are not a treatment for dyspraxia (DCD) or dysgraphia, but they address two common barriers: grip and hand fatigue. Stabilo designs them with non-slip grip zones that encourage the recommended tripod grip, in versions shaped for each writing hand. If a child still finds writing tiring, an occupational therapist can advise on next steps, and our pencil grips and wider pens, pencils and writing aids offer more options.

Who is the Stabilo range for?

Schools: teachers and teaching assistants use Stabilo across the school day, from EASYgraph pencils in Key Stage 1 to highlighters for Key Stage 3 and 4 revision. MARKdry markers write on whiteboards and flipcharts, and their solid lead does not dry out. Get in touch for school orders.

Parents: the EASY range makes handwriting practice at home more comfortable, and Woody 3 in 1 pencils work as a coloured pencil, watercolour and wax crayon in one, with a chunky lead suited to small hands.

Workplace: adults use BOSS highlighters for reviewing documents, SENSOR fine fineliners for neat notes and MARKdry markers for meetings and training rooms.

 

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between left- and right-handed Stabilo EASYgraph pencils?

Left- and right-handed Stabilo EASYgraph pencils have grip moulds designed for each writing hand, so the fingers settle into a relaxed hold on whichever side the child writes. Both versions share the same thick triangular shape and non-slip grip zone, and a coloured marking at the end of the pencil shows which version it is. Choose the version that matches the hand your child writes with.

What age are Stabilo EASY handwriting pens for?

Stabilo says its EASY learn-to-write range is designed for children aged around 5 to 10. The EASYergo 3.15 mechanical pencil is for children aged 5 and over, and the EASYoriginal rollerball is for school children from age 6 who are starting to write in pen. The EASYbuddy fountain pen suits older primary pupils building handwriting fluency, with a choice of beginner, standard or left-handed nib.

How long can a STABILO BOSS highlighter be left with the cap off?

Stabilo states that the STABILO BOSS ORIGINAL can be left with its cap off for up to 4 hours without drying out. It has a chisel tip for 2 mm and 5 mm lines and water-based ink. The fluorescent colours can be refilled with STABILO BOSS ORIGINAL refills, but Stabilo notes refills are not available for the pastel shades.

Are Stabilo EASY pens good for children with dyspraxia?

Stabilo EASY pens are a practical choice for children with dyspraxia (DCD) or dysgraphia who find gripping a pen tiring, because they have non-slip grip zones and separate left- and right-handed versions. They do not treat either condition. The EASYoriginal appears in product information from an NHS children's occupational therapy service, and an occupational therapist can advise whether a pen or a pencil grip suits your child best.

Which Stabilo products are best for the classroom?

For the classroom, Stabilo EASYgraph pencils and EASYoriginal pens support pupils learning to write in Key Stage 1 and 2, while STABILO BOSS highlighters help older students organise revision notes. MARKdry markers work on both whiteboards and flipcharts, wipe off smooth surfaces and never dry out because they use a solid lead. Schools can contact us for larger orders.

Which Stabilo pens are good for adults at work?

Adults at work often choose STABILO BOSS ORIGINAL highlighters for marking up documents, SENSOR fine 0.3 mm fineliners for neat notes and PointBall ballpoint pens for everyday writing. MARKdry markers are useful in meetings because one marker writes on both whiteboards and flipcharts. If a colleague finds writing uncomfortable, the ergonomic pens in our writing aids range are also worth exploring.