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How to Cope When Things Don’t Go as Planned
So, things didn’t go according to plan—what do you do now? Mistakes and miscalculations can leave you feeling stressed, anxious, and worried. While this is a completely normal reaction, it certainly isn’t fun. Thankfully, you can sidestep these emotions b...
How to Have Better Handwriting
Has anyone ever told you your handwriting looks like chicken scratch? Are you frustrated and embarrassed that your notes look like a child's writing rather than an adult's? Because of all the typing we do on computer and cellphone keyboards, emphasis on h...
How to Delete Your Nintendogs+Cats Completely
You want to completely delete your Nintendogs + Cats game. Maybe you've made a mistake, or you have too many dogs, or you just want to start over. You can find this information and more in the Nintendogs manual – but if you don't have a manual, read on an...
Pokémon Ruby vs Sapphire vs Emerald: Key Features & Differences
In the wonderful world of Pokémon, few games are quite as beloved as Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald—and with their stunning visuals, wide variety of Pokémon to catch, and exciting storylines, it’s easy to see why. But if you’re new to the franchise (...
How to Make a Bow and Arrow in Minecraft
Crafting a bow and arrow in Minecraft allows you to begin fighting with a ranged weapon. Bows are fun to fight with and relatively easy to craft. Later on, bows can be enchanted. Read on to figure out exactly how to craft a bow and arrow from raw material...
How to Set Up Cell Phone Tracking for a Child's Cell Phone
This wikiHow teaches you how to set up an app that will find your child's location via their smartphone. Both iPhone and Android phones have free, built-in GPS trackers, and you can even set up child restrictions on an iPhone if you want to make sure that...
How to Use the Paintbrush Tool in Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Illustrator is a really good program, though not the best. You could use 3ds Max, but it's very expensive. Depending on what you want, Adobe Illustrator can be useful.
How to Make Sticky Tack
Sticky tack is a gummy adhesive used to hold posters and other lightweight items in place on walls and other surfaces. You can buy packages of sticky tack, but it's just as easy (and much cheaper) to make your own using ingredients you probably have lying...
How to Stay Fresh
Smelling good and feeling clean from the time you wake up in the morning until you get home at night is easier said than done. If you have to rush from place to place during the day or the weather isn’t cooperating, it can be difficult to stay fresh on th...
How to Flirt in High School
One of the most exciting parts of high school is meeting new people. When you meet these new people, you might want to flirt with them to show that you’re a little interested in them (and see if they might be interested in you, too). There are many differ...
How to Write an Interesting Article
Writing an interesting article is an art. You need to think about answering the right questions, using the correct writing techniques, and formatting your article in the best way. This may all seem a bit intimidating if you're new to article writing, but...
How to Dye Black Hair Red
Looking to dye those dark locks red? We don't blame you! Your natural color is probably gorgeous, but mixing up your hair color can be such a fun way to change your look and have some fun. You've probably heard about how hard it can be to dye dark shades,...
How to Convince Your Parents You're Sick
Whether it's to avoid an impending appointment, a difficult test or even a family reunion, you need to convince your parents you're sick. If you're not actually sick and just want to avoid something unpleasant, you might try pretending you can't keep anyt...
How to Have Fun With Your New Cockatiel
Cockatiels are wonderful animals to keep as pets. They are very social and intelligent, and love to interact with their human companions. Cockatiels also have friendly and energetic temperaments, which makes them fun to interact and play with. Exploring d...
How to Be a "Preppy" Girl in High School
Being preppy is a lot more than the people you hang out with. It's the clothes you wear, the things you do, but more importantly, how you act. If you're up for giving off a naturally classy and intelligent vibe, you can become a preppy girl. As a preppy g...
How to Write a Doctor's Curriculum Vitae
A curriculum vitae, or CV, is similar to a résumé and lists your academic and work experience throughout your career. Writing a detailed and organized CV can help employers determine if you’re qualified or the right fit for a position. If you’re a medical...