This one doesn't have a kickstand but I use this brand for all the iPads I've had. It's slim enough but seems to provide some sort of protection. I've never dropped my iPad so not sure how protective it is. The back is matte so no fingerprint. There's an indent for pencil charging too.
I’ve got a Dbrand skin but I usually also use a case, which I switch regularly. I use a screen protector so I don’t have to deal with a cover, and here are the two cover-less cases that I’m currently using: Has a good pencil holder and really great magnetic stand: Soke New iPad Mini 6th Generation... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09BFNMMWZ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Has no pencil holder but very slim: TineeOwl iPad Mini 6 Ultra Thin... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09G73D9TY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Both cases together cost about half as much as my Smart Cover, which will be delivered soon but might not see much use. Good luck!
I’m not a fan of cases with covers, here’s a really good one I’m using when I don’t need my pencil. No cover so you’re going to want a screen protector with it. And it’s cheap!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09G73D9TY/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_CAQFB2E339M2JD07BXEW?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1