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How to Have a Good Summer if You Have No Friends (for Teens)
Spending a summer without friends can seem like a boring prospect, but there are lots of fun and interesting ways to spend your time! Start by making a list and a schedule of activities to fill your summer days. Then, look into ways to find a purpose, suc...
How to Wean a Wild Baby Bird
If you find a baby bird in the wild, you should almost always leave it alone or contact a wildlife rehabilitator, as keeping wild birds yourself can break state and federal laws. However, if you’ve already been nursing a wild baby bird, you’ll need to wea...
How to Choose Potatoes
Potatoes are a staple in many diets all across the world, and these versatile tubers can be cooked in an endless number of ways. From fried to baked to roasted to boiled and hashed, there's no limit to what you can do with a potato. Cooking with potatoes...
A Step-by-Step Guide to Drawing Ninjas
Ninjas form the class of 14th century Japanese trained in Martial Arts and were hired for espionage and assassination. Their special skill is called ninjutsu. They are unique in their manner of dressing. Let's begin!
How to Keep Spiders Away
If you don't want to deal with spiders but hate the idea of exterminating them after they’ve already invaded your space, there are several tactics you can use to keep them away altogether. Some techniques will limit the number of spiders hanging out in yo...
How to Write Poetry for Kids
Children love to experiment with language from a very early age. You can encourage that love of language and learning by writing poetry for children. The type of poem and subject matter you tackle will depend on many things, including your own tastes and...
How to Pronounce Meme
Are you one of the millions of Internet users who enjoy their daily stream of "meme" content while harboring a dark secret: that you don't know how to actually pronounce "meme?" Don't worry—according to the Oxford English Dictionary (and many other source...
How to Write an Expository Essay
Expository essays are often assigned in academic settings. In an expository essay, you need to consider an idea, investigate the idea, then explain the idea. Some expository essays may include an argument, while others are purely informative.[1] X Trus...
How to Redownload an Archived Book on a Kindle 2
If you've ever partially finished a book, and decided to archive it on your Kindle, but now you've decided that now is the right time to finish reading it, you'll have to remove it first from your archived list. This article can help explain this process...
How to Dress Up Bobby Pins
Looking for a fancy hairpin that won’t cost you an arm and a leg? Instead of dropping big bucks on a designer clip at a retail store, why not make your own using what you have at home? Depending on what you want the bobby pin to look like in the end, all...
Dividing a Fraction Over a Fraction: 2 Step-by-Step Examples
A fraction containing a fraction in the numerator and denominator is a called a complex fraction. These types of expressions can be daunting, especially when they are algebraic expressions including variables. Simplifying them becomes easier when you reme...
How to Organize a Preschool Sleepover
Sleepovers are a fun way to help boost your child’s independence and social skills. Though planning a slumber party for several preschool-aged children can feel like a serious undertaking, doing so will keep the kids excited and ensure a stress-free night...
How to Train Your Cat to Listen
Many people think getting a cat to listen to commands is impossible. This is not the case. While cats can be more challenging to train than dogs, with time and patience you can get a cat to listen to you better. To start, establish a rewards system. Find...
How to Oil Teak Furniture
Teak is one of the most durable woods and does not need any special treatment to maintain its strength. However, if left untreated, teak furniture will fade to a light brown, then a silvery grey appearance. Oiling teak regularly will preserve its original...
How to Stage Your House for Selling
First impressions matter a great deal when it comes to selling and buying homes. If a potential buyer does not have a good first impression, they are much less likely to buy your home, and if they do want to buy the home, they will not be willing to pay a...
How to Fold a Flag
The correct way to fold a flag depends on the flag you are folding. National flags demand much greater attention than ordinary flags with little or no meaning. Keep reading to learn how to fold an American flag, Canadian flag, British flag, and Australian...