Divide your hair into 4 or more sections, and secure each section with a clip. Some folks like to part their hair down the middle, then from ear to ear, to create 4 equal sections. Alternatively, you can simply grab even sections with your hands and secure them. The parts do not need to be straight. . Remove the clip from one of your sections and comb out the hair with a wide-toothed comb, beginning at the ends and working toward the scalp. Sub-divide that section into 3 pieces. Fold the piece on the right over the center piece. Then fold the piece on the left over the center piece. Fold the piece on the right (which was the original center piece) over the new piece in the center. Keep repeating this method until you reach the tips of your hair, and secure this braid with the clip. If you prefer, you can do two-strand twists instead of traditional 3-part braids, but that will require you to divide your hair into more sections than for braiding. Once your hair is braided, you’ll want to secure these braids as close as possible to your head. Simply tuck your braids down, and use your hair clips to secure them. You want your hair to be close to your head, but you also want to be comfortable. Experiment with different tucking methods to find what works for you.

Summary: Divide your hair into sections. Braid each section Smooth your hair down.


Go online or call the office of your nearest middle or high school to see when the next band concert, art show, or choir performance is. While going to local events may not provide financial support for the arts, it demonstrates a sense of solidarity and support for young performers. Many people feel that the arts help connect communities. Use a search engine to see what musicals, plays, concerts, or art shows are being hosted at community centers and local theatres near you. Attending different functions makes the performers feel appreciated and supported, and may encourage these artists, musicians, and actors to continue pursuing their passions. Passion for the arts isn’t limited to creative and performing careers. Future Nobel Laureates in the science field are far more likely to be passionate and involved in the arts. Check in with a manager or staff member at your favorite local eatery to see if their business will be hosting any live performances. Live shows help musicians get more recognition. Just as employee recognition causes workers to have a more positive and hardworking attitude on the job, audience support and recognition helps encourage performers to keep pursuing their passions. Check on your TV’s digital channel guide or on the website of your TV provider to see if your cable subscription offers community programming. Local television helps spread awareness of local musicians, artists, and performers, which can increase public support of community arts performances. While local television can be a grab bag of content, there’s a chance that you can support the arts by watching local concerts and other performances from the comfort of your home.

Summary: Inquire with local schools to see their performance schedules. Check online to find local shows and performances. Support live performances at restaurants and cafes. Check your TV guide for local arts programming.


. Grab the crochet hook with your right hand (if you're right-handed) or left hand (if you're left-handed). Hold it like a pencil or a knife, with the hooked portion pointing down and facing you.  To hold the hook like a pencil, turn your hand to the side and hold the thumb, forefinger, and middle finger together. Grab the hook with these fingers, letting it extend just past your fingertips. To hold the hook like a knife, turn your hand down, with your palm pointing at the floor, and close the thumb, forefinger, and middle finger together. Slide the hook into the space between your thumb, forefinger, and middle finger. As you unravel the yarn, hold it taut between the forefinger and thumb of your non-writing hand (the left hand if you're right-handed; the right hand if you're left-handed).  You will need to grab the yarn with the hook as you create stitches. Do not use your fingers to manually twist the yarn around the hook.

Summary: Hold the crochet hook Hold the yarn between your fingers.


After you've delivered your request calmly and kindly, your parents might still say, “No, you absolutely cannot see this movie.” Although at times it might not make any sense why they wouldn’t let you see a movie, trying to understand their reasons might give you a new perspective.  Ask them why they don’t want you to see it, and listen to them carefully. Try to really understand what their points and concerns are. You might be surprised to see how some of them might make sense.  Ask them if they would let you see it when you are older, or not at all, and have them explain why or why not. Oftentimes parents are concerned about sex and nudity, profanity, drugs and violence included in the content of the movie. Ask them if they can see it first, and screen it for you, or if there is a family-friendly version they can have you see. One of the reasons why your parents won’t let you see the movie might be that they think you are not mature enough. Acting more responsibly will show them otherwise, and even if they don’t let you see a movie now, they might change their mind later.  Help with household chores such as washing the car or doing laundry, clean your room, and make your bed regularly. Be nice and respectful to your siblings and parents, and don’t start fights. Be understanding and stay calm even if you don't get your way with certain things. This will show that you are mature enough to handle failure or rejection, and that you are determined. Once you’ve intentionally started behaving better and proved to your parents that you are more mature than they might think, try asking them again after a while.  You can also suggest doing something in return, for instance, helping with the dishes daily or vacuuming the living room for a month, if they let you see this movie. No matter what your parents reply with, you should always learn to respect their decision and act your best. If they do not say “Yes” immediately, it’s very important that you stay calm instead of getting angry or throwing a tantrum. Otherwise, you might ruin your chances of a “Yes” forever.
Summary: Empathize with your parents. Ask them to pre-screen it for you. Start acting more mature. Ask them again later. Stay calm and respect their decision.