The Staples notebook by Patagonia is very sturdy. The pages are smooth and the ink glides easily across the pages. I write a great deal taking notes and writng plans therefore I needed notebooks that have full size pages that will allow me to get lots of information on each of the pages. I purchased several of these notebooks. They are equal to the Five Star only at a better price. Their durability is also comparable and they are equal in size. I plan to purchase many more of these notebooks for my work students and schoo.
This notebook works the same as other notebooks that are more expensive. In general I have found Staples brand to at least equal to national brands costing twice as much.
This is the kind of notebook I had been searching for. After searching for so long I can say I am very much satisfied with this product. Its long lasting. The pages do not tear easily but when you do tear one out it doesnt leave all these little scraps of paper everywhere. The quality is just amazing. Even my teacher was impressed with this notebook. You can find it in any color different sizes and some even include tools. The price is very much worth it. And Yes I highly recommend this notebook. (;
works well for all ages in any school and chosen each year by my high school students as well as my own two kids -- one in high school and the other in college