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How to Write Effective Headlines
Headlines are sometimes considered to be the most important part of written copy. If readers only skim the written material they're reading, they will most likely at least read the headline. By researching how to write an effective headline for your speci...
How to Do a Gymnastics Handstand
The handstand is a fundamental skill in the sport of gymnastics. Not only is it an important technique in itself, but it’s also a stepping stone towards unlocking other, more advanced maneuvers, such as walkovers and handsprings. There are many different...
How to Enjoy Your Period
Your period isn't exactly your favorite time of the month, we know. But that doesn't mean it has to be miserable, either. That's why we put together a complete guide to keeping your mood light, managing your symptoms, and planning around your period, so t...
How to Earn a Kitten's Trust
Kittens often find it hard to know who to trust. To earn a kitten's trust, speak to it gently in a loving manner. Provide it everything it needs, including food, water, a cozy crate, and a litter box. Bring your kitten treats and interact with it regul...
How to Sew a Doorway Puppet Theater
A puppet theater makes a great gift for special children in your life, especially if accompanied by a few puppets. The very best part is that it's powered by imagination, not batteries. This puppet theater is basically a theater-shaped curtain that hangs...
How to Walk a Stubborn Dog
Walking with your dog can be one of the most enjoyable experiences, but if your dog is stubborn and refuses to go for a walk or be calm on the walk, the experience can quickly turn frustrating for both of you. Remember, dogs want to behave just as much a...
How to Dispose of Both Used & Unused Cooking Oil
Cooking oil is an essential ingredient in many kitchens—but what exactly are you supposed to do with a pan full of used oil, or an unopened bottle of expired oil that’s chilling in your pantry? While dumping your oil down any sort of drain (we’re talking...
How to Be a Beautiful Girl and Make Boys Like You
Boys are not just attracted to one type of girl. They are attracted to beautiful girls of all shapes and sizes. While your looks may capture a boy's attention, your radiant smile, self-confidence, and generous spirit will be what holds their interest.
How to Teach Your Baby to Talk
Though it may be surprising, newborns begin learning language while still in the womb.[1] X Research source When emerging into the world, infants enter it with a knowledge of the rhythm of speech, music, and maybe even a few words of vocabul...
How to Get Ready for a First Date (Teen Girls)
Breathe! It's okay to be a little nervous when it comes to the first date. Here are a few simple tips and tricks to showcase your best self and ensure a great time for both of you! Let's go!
How to Add a Key to a Key Ring
A key ring keeps keys together and often holds a key fob to help keep the whole bunch from getting lost. Springy key rings can be a bit fiddly to work with, but once on, they'll hold keys well.
How to Write a Sonnet Like Shakespeare
Sonnets are poems comprised of 14 lines. The English, or Shakespearean, sonnet is written in iambic pentameter, and has a particular pattern of rhyming words at the end of every line. The final two lines rhyme with each other, and often turn the meaning o...
How to Add or Change the Default Gateway in Linux
If you need to find or change the IP address of your default gateway or router on Linux, you're in luck—it's super easy to do. This wikiHow article will show you how to use the route command to find the default gateway IP address on Linux, and how to set...
Handling Teen Boy Behavior as a Parent
The teenage years can be tough for boys—and frankly, for their parents—but your days don't have to be filled with attitude and anger. We'll help you work through even the toughest times with more kindness, patience, and understanding.
How to Host a Video Game Tournament
Have you ever tried to host a video game tournament, but it just didn't work out? You may have put many attempts into this before, but failed every time. Read on to learn the secrets, or key parts, of a video game tournament, that will keep everyone inter...
How to Care for Indoor Plants
If you’ve ever had an indoor plant that’s quickly withered and wilted, you might believe that you don’t have a green thumb or you’re not cut out for growing plants. Well, we’re here to tell you that’s not the case! The truth is that anyone can be a good p...