The 10th generation iPad is compatible with the first-generation Apple Pencil. To pair and charge the Apple Pencil with the 10th generation iPad, you need the USB-C to Apple Pencil Adapter. The second-generation Apple Pencil is not compatible with the 10th generation iPad. If you want to use an Apple Pencil with the 10th generation iPad, you will need to buy the first-generation Apple Pencil that charges via a Lightning port. Apple now ships the first-generation Apple Pencil with a Lightning to USB-C adapter in the box.