The phrase "to hold a pencil" means to grip or grasp a pencil with your fingers and hand, usually in order to write or draw.
Sentences with «to hold a pencil»
They need to hold the pencil in their preferred hand between thumb and fist finger resting on the third. (toddler-activities-at-home.com)
Experts state that only two out of every 20 children starting kindergarten are able to hold scissors while only half can hold a pencil correctly. (ph.theasianparent.com)
That's when teachers and parents are more likely to notice problems such as a child having trouble holding a pencil properly or working with numbers or learning to read. (verywellfamily.com)