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How to Make Pan Pipes
Pan pipes are wind instruments that produce a soft, melodious sound. Pan pipes get their name because they are made up of a series of pipes that you blow across to produce sound. Many people don't realize that pan pipes are one of the few musical instrume...
Text Message Using T9Word: Easy Predictive Software for Texting
If you had a 9-button cell phone, you’re probably familiar with T9 word. T9 stands for “text on 9 keys,” and was all the rage from the mid 1990’s to the 2000’s. T9 allowed users to type letters with a single keystroke, and it would use predictive text to...
How to Pet a Dog
A dog might be a man's best friend, but they may not always act that way. Follow these instructions below to approach an unfamiliar dog, keep an eye out for signs of aggression, and pet it in a non-threatening way. Advice to follow when petting your own d...
How to Install a Microwave
Mounting your microwave under a cabinet or on a shelf can save a lot of counter space if you follow the instructions correctly. For a microwave hood combo, refer to Install an Over The Range Microwave. For the specific GE model, see How to Install a GE Bu...
How to Become Valedictorian
Weird Al Yankovic, Alicia Keys, and Jodi Foster. What do all of these celebrities have in common? They were all valedictorians of their class. Though being valedictorian won't make you a supermodel or singer, it can set you on an impressive path that can...
How to Dress Appropriately
Whether you’re worried about dressing appropriately for your new job or you simply want to make sure your top is on point before you hit the town, it’s important to make sure your outfit suits the situation. Dressing appropriately is essential if you want...
How to Calculate Acreage
Calculating a parcel of land's acreage is done by determining the length and width, and then calculating the total size in square feet, meters or yards. Once you have this figure you can concert it into acres by dividing it by however many of a given unit...
How to Make Tinder for a Fire
Whether you're stranded in the woods in the middle of the night in desperate need of heat, or simply trying to impress your friends with your top-notch scouting skills, finding and making dry tinder to start your fire can be tricky. The key to making your...
How to Play Manhunt
Manhunt is an awesome game to play, day or night! It involves a lot of action and will never get boring. Here's the super fun way to play the awesome game from the 1990s, Manhunt!
How to Write in Code
Writing in code can be a great way to occupy yourself during those boring moments in class or to send secret messages to your friends. There are multiple different ways to do it, so you can learn a wide variety of different styles. You can have a differen...
How to Get Voted Captain
No matter what you want to be a captain of; football, tennis, chess club, etc., here are some tips on getting there.
How to Make Your Computer Run Faster
Is your computer slowing down, whizzing and whirring as it tries to keep up with you? Before you spend hundreds or even thousands on a new computer, you may find it only takes a few simple steps to make your Windows or Mac computer run faster.
How to Read the Qur'an
Reading the Qur’an can be a difficult undertaking, but it doesn’t have to be! You can support your reading process by doing things like choosing a copy of the Qur’an that is easier for you to read, going through the text with an app, or joining a study gr...
How to Lose Weight Without Your Parents Knowing
There are healthy ways to lose weight that you don't have to hide from anyone. Small lifestyle changes can make a big difference in the long run, and focusing on getting healthier will make your weight drop. Unless you're underweight, you should be able t...
How to Play Kent
Kent, also knows as Kemps or Cash, is a fun card game to play with a group of friends. The object of the game is to get four of a kind (four cards of the same rank), display your team’s signal, and have your teammate call “Kent,” or have your teammate say...
How to Deal With an Alcoholic Parent
Having a parent who drinks can be very painful and confusing. Your parent may have promised to stop drinking time and time again, but they never do. It’s important for you to understand that alcoholism is an addiction and that your parent must commit to p...