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How to Be Responsible
Wanting to be more responsible is admirable. Being responsible can seem hard at first, but if you keep at it, it will become second nature to you! To be responsible, you should keep your promises and honor commitments that you’ve made. You need to organiz...
How to Draw a Compass Rose
The compass rose has a long and colorful history dating back to ancient Greece. It's a valuable tool for cartographers and navigators around the world, and there are many beautiful renderings of this simple, effective device. Below, we will show you how d...
How to Save Music from Websites
This wikiHow teaches you how to download music from virtually any website. If your music is hosted as a video on YouTube, Facebook, or a similar streaming site, you can use a free app called 4K Video Downloader to rip the audio from the video; you can als...
How to Ask Out a Girl at School
If you have a crush on a girl at school and you want to ask her out, there are a ton of ways you can do that. Whether you want to ask her out in person, shoot her a message, or try a cute ask like using her phone or a journal, all you need is a bit of co...
How to Get On Student Council
Being on student council can be a great way to build your resume. It looks great when applying to colleges or jobs. To get on student council, research your school and the available positions, spend time preparing, and run a respectful campaign.
How to Make a Pen Penetrate a Dollar Bill
Do you want to start a magic show with a simple yet effective trick? One of the easiest tricks to perform is the pen penetrating a dollar bill. There are a couple of different ways in which to do this trick. Each one varies slightly, but they all have a f...
How to Whistle Using an Acorn Cap
Whistling with acorns is a trick that is easy to learn and teach, plus, it is very effective at getting attention and amazement from friends. Additionally, it can save your life if you are lost in the woods and need a way to signal rescuers/ scare off wil...
How to Control Your Temper
If you have difficulty with anger problems, you may find that you have a short temper. Having a temper, or losing your patience and expressing your anger ineffectively, can strain your personal and work relationships. Finding ways to control your temper...
How to Jab in Boxing
If you have any desire to learn the sport of Boxing, the jab is a fast, long range punch that will decide your fate in the ring. It may also be the punch you throw most often because although it's one of the weaker punches, it can help you win by point de...
How to Dispose of a Damaged American Flag
When the U.S. flag becomes worn or faded, it is important to take it down and properly dispose of it. The U.S. flag code states that the when the flag “is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, [it] should be destroyed in a d...
How to Get a Lobster Tail out of Its Shell
These easy steps will have you dunking chunks in butter in no time, with finesse and no need for a plastic bib!
How to Teach the Multiplication Tables to Your Child
Many children struggle with learning their times tables--as their parent, you may feel like it's your duty to help. After all, they'll need quick multiplication skills to help them throughout high school, college, and life. You'll need time, strategy, and...
How to Make an Electromagnet
In an electromagnet, an electric current runs through a piece of metal and creates a magnetic field. To create a simple electromagnet, you'll need a source of electricity, a conductor, and metal. Wrap insulated copper wire tightly around an iron screw or...
How to Deal With Embarrassment
If you’ve ever felt mortified about something embarrassing that happened or cringed when thinking about an unflattering memory from your past, you’re definitely not alone! We all do embarrassing things sometimes, and it doesn’t feel great. Fortunately, it...
4 Ways to Repair a Remote Control
No matter how good your remote is, it will get dirty and wear out from frequent use. Even if some of the keys have stopped working or have to be pushed really hard, they can be fixed even if new batteries don't help. This wikiHow article teaches you how t...
How to Look Beautiful As a Teenage Girl
Looking beautiful is one of the things many teenager girls strive to be. Luckily, it is not hard to do, although it does take some time and effort. There is much more to looking beautiful than slapping on makeup, styling your hair, and putting on a trendy...