Prismacolor Scholar Manga Drawing Set, 10 Pieces
✓ Product data checked October 26, 2026
Prismacolor's 10-piece Scholar set is built for beginners who want to draw manga. It holds erasable crimson red and non-photo blue colored pencils, one black pencil, four graphite pencils running from 2H for light details to 6B for rich, dark coverage, and two black markers, one with a brush tip and one with a fine tip, for adding depth. An eraser and a how-to guide complete the set. Paper is not part of it. It costs about $9 and is rated 4.7 from more than 5,200 Amazon US reviews.
Why it makes a good gift
Best for : A tween or teen who already copies anime characters in the margins of notebooks
Best occasion : A stocking stuffer, a birthday, a back-to-school treat
Why it works : It hands a manga fan proper tools in a clear range, hard leads for details, soft leads for dark shading and two black markers to add depth, for under $10.
Avoid if : The recipient has no sketchbook: add paper, since none is included.
For
Teen Boys, Teen Girls
Budget
$ — Budget-friendly
Frequently asked questions
What are the 10 pieces?
Erasable crimson red and non-photo blue colored pencils, 1 black pencil, 4 graphite pencils (2H, 2B, 4B and 6B), 2 black markers (brush and fine tip), 1 eraser and a how-to guide.
Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes, the listing describes it as designed for beginning artists who want to draw manga.
Does it include a sketchbook?
No, the listed contents do not include paper.
What age is it for?
The Amazon listing does not give an age; the title labels it for adult coloring as well.