Using the right size drumstick is critical for learning basic techniques for a new drummer. However, not all newcomers should begin with the same stick. A young pupil with small hands should begin with a smaller stick than a starting adult. The 7A is often appropriate for youngsters, whereas the 5A is appropriate for teens and adults. Some companies, like Vic Firth and Promark, also offer a stick type designed exclusively for a young drummer's little hands, such as the Vic Firth Nova 5A and the Promark Hickory Junior Wood Tip.