Problem: Article: This grip should be close to identical to a wrist shot. You may want to slightly raise your dominant hand's position on the stick in order to get more power. You will need to hit the ice slightly before the shot so the puck needs to be further up in your stance. The stance for the slap shot should be identical to any other shot. You should still assume an athletic stance and be angled about 45 degrees to the intended target of your shot. Do this by raising your dominant hand backwards and raising the stick off the ice.  To a certain extent, the higher you raise the stick, the more power you will get from the shot. If you want less power, raise the stick only to your hip. You should also transfer your weight to your back foot at this step. Just like in the wrist shot, this will help you gain more control and accuracy. Quickly bring the stick down toward the puck and shift your weight forward. You should try to hit the ice slightly before the puck for the slap shot. Think of it as if you are shooting the puck down into the ice. This will help the puck rise off the ice. Flick your dominant hand's wrist slightly one you make contact with the puck. This will help with the power and rise of the puck. Angle your hips and shoulders where you want the puck to go and point the blade in the direction of the target. The follow-through may not seem as important but it is essential in aiming. Thinking of the follow through while shooting will help focus your aim toward the target.
Summary: Grip the shaft of the stick correctly. Position the puck about halfway between your two feet for the slap shot. Raise the stick so that it is about parallel to your shoulders. Line up the shot. Follow through correctly.

Problem: Article: Many people feel the need to protect toothbrushes from bathroom contaminants by storing them in closed containers. However, toothbrushes need exposure to air to dry out because oxygen can destroy a large amount of bacteria. A moist toothbrush is a breeding grounds for bacteria. In order to keep your toothbrush clean, store it in an open container in your bathroom. Make sure to keep your toothbrush in a protected area, such as up on a high counter to make sure it will not fall onto the floor. It's unnecessary to try to dry your toothbrush after cleaning it. If you want, you can give the toothbrush a few quick shakes to get out excess water. Other than this, however, your toothbrush will not require drying. You can simply put the toothbrush in its regular container after rinsing it. You should always store toothbrushes upright. This will allow the toothbrush to dry easier and remove airborne debris. You should have some kind of cup in your bathroom where you store toothbrushes.  You can also use a toothbrush holder with a suction cup that can be placed on your mirror. If you're storing multiple toothbrushes in the same container, make sure they don't touch one another. Regardless of what you use to hold your toothbrushes, you should regularly clean your toothbrush holder to prevent bacteria from growing there.
Summary: Do not store toothbrushes in closed containers. Let your toothbrush air dry after use. Store your toothbrush in an upright position.

Problem: Article: When annotating other artists’ work, you’ll want to consider its context. What is the work’s title? Who created it? What do you know about the artist’s biography, or the history of this work? Draw on your knowledge of the elements of art to write an account of the work itself. Describe its medium and overall composition as well as things like its use of color, line, texture, and form. What is the subject or theme of the work? Is if focused on the depiction of an object or individual? Does a tell a story? Or is the work more abstract? Consider for a moment what the artist seems to be saying in the work, and summarize it as a message. You could also mention here whether the work seems to relate to something from culture or history, or to reference other artworks. Mention which aspects of the work seem to be most successful. Then, ask yourself what you would have done differently had you created the work. You can also mention what you would ask the artist about the work, if you were able to. If you are annotating the work of another artist, instead of reflecting on your own creative process, you'll devote a couple of paragraphs to an analysis of the piece you're studying. For instance, you could begin with a paragraph that describes the artist's background, and the work itself. You could then follow with a paragraph that gives your interpretation of the work's meaning, and evaluates its strengths and how you might have approached the work differently. After you have the annotations written out, make sure to proofread for spelling and grammar. Polish your sentences stylistically as well so that your writing sounds clear and lively.
Summary: Give some background information. Describe the work. State the artwork's meaning in your own words. Evaluate the artwork. Write your thoughts out.

Problem: Article: Search Google for a “dog DNA test kit.” These kits cost approximately $80 to $100 and can be ordered online. Once you receive the DNA test kit in the mail, open the package and carefully read all of the instructions. The instructions will provide you with steps on how to take a DNA swab and then how to return the results to the lab for testing. Each kit is only designed to test the DNA of one dog. The kit will likely come with two swabs. They are both to be used on the same dog. Open your dog’s mouth and rub the swab across the inside of the dog’s cheek. Do the same thing with each of the swabs. Place the swabs into the plastic baggies provided. Then place them in the pre-paid return envelope or box. Once sealed, mail the results to the lab for testing. Approximately three weeks after you complete the test, you will receive detailed DNA results. Your dog’s DNA will be compared to approximately 200 different breeds. If you have a German Shepherd, a DNA test will easily be able to identify this breed. The results can even test to see if your dog is a mixed-breed that is part German Shepherd.
Summary:
Purchase a DNA test kit online. Read and follow the instructions. Swab the dog’s cheek. Mail the kit. Read the results.