Savvy and safe, Maped Koopy Special Needs Scissor Set with optional spring helps children with special needs develop cognitive skills and cut with ease. A detachable spring enables the scissors to open automatically, while the finger and thumb loops allow for multiple finger placement options. Scissors work well for both left and right handed users. Set of multiple colors is great to pass around or put in various areas of the classroom or home. Blunt edge. Safe to use for ages 4 and up. Spring-assisted automatic blade opening ensures safe, effortless cutting for kids with special needs and all abilities Ergonomic handles are adapted for small hands Stainless steel blades will not rut or tarnish