INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Most daycares won't allow you to just drop in and walk around whenever you like. Call ahead to schedule a time when someone will be free to talk to you and guide you through the different rooms. It may be helpful to take a day off from work and see several daycares in a row so that you're there while the facility is full of children. Bring a notebook with you that has several questions you want to ask the provider. It's easy to forget what you wanted to know when you're trying to take everything in. You can also use the notebook to jot down any thoughts you have during your visit so you can remember them later. When you arrive, you shouldn’t be able to walk right in. Look for a locked door and a doorbell that you have to ring to be buzzed inside. Otherwise, anyone could enter the center and potentially endanger your child. Ask the provider whether an ID is required when you pick up your child. And find out how they handle pickups from a friend or relative if you're not available. Toddlers need lots of attention and interaction. Look to see if anyone is on the floor playing with the children or if anyone has a child in their lap. This type of eye-level interaction shows they’re interested in supporting your child’s development. There are bound to be lots of toys out, but it shouldn’t look chaotic or unsanitary. You should be able to walk around easily without stepping on small toys or craft supplies. Ask to see the bathroom and the kitchen, and check the floors to see if they look like they’ve been recently swept and mopped.  Diapering areas should be separate from food prep areas. Look for hand-washing stations and sanitary solution or wipes for toys and pacifiers. Peruse the toys to see if many of them are broken or have sharp edges. Make sure you don’t see any cleaning products stored within a child’s reach. And glance behind large furniture or televisions to see if they’re secured to the wall. You’ll be talking to at least one of the workers every day when you drop off and pick up your toddler, and you need to feel comfortable communicating with them about your child. If no one seems to want to talk to you during the tour, that’s a sign you might not get much feedback about your child’s day.  Start up a conversation with someone by asking them to explain what art project the children are working on, or how they deal with a fussy child during naptime. Ask them how long they’ve been working there. If it seems like there’s a lot of turnover, your child may not get the consistency they need. Ask the provider what formal education they have. If they have none, be sure they have several years of child care experience to make up for it. And look for first aid and CPR certification for all employees. A center could have glowing recommendations and great standards, but if it doesn’t feel right to you during the tour, forget it. You have to feel comfortable every time you leave your child there, and it’s not worth it if you’re stressed and distracted while at work. Trust that you’ll find the perfect place eventually.

SUMMARY: Call ahead to schedule a tour. Make a list of questions. Look for security measures. Observe the interaction between workers and children. Note the cleanliness of various areas. Look for potential safety hazards. Chat with the employees. Ask about training and qualifications. Go with your gut.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: You can do open or closed fermentation, depending on your preference and the equipment available. For every 5 gallons (19 l) of wort, use 1 tablespoon (14.8 ml) (14.3 g) of distiller’s yeast. The amount of wort and yeast, as well as the temperature of the fermenter, will determine how long the wort takes to ferment. It can take from a few days to over a week, though higher heat can shorten the fermentation time. Once the wort is no longer bubbling, it is done fermenting. To remove large, solid particles, the liquid can be strained through cheesecloth or even a clean pillowcase. Secure your cheesecloth to the side of a large, clean bucket with clips or a vice. Carefully pour the fermented wort through the cheesecloth. At this stage in the process, the liquid is now referred to as wash. You can use a copper pot still or a continuous still. A continuous still is favored by modern distillers, while Scottish whiskey is usually made in a copper still. A continuous still, also called a column still, can be run continuously. A pot still, on the other hand, can only be used for small batches.
Summary: Put the wort in a fermenter and add 1 tablespoon (14.8 ml) (14.3 g) of yeast. Let it ferment until it is no longer bubbling. Strain the liquid. Siphon the wash into a still.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Cats feel the cold more than humans so it will help your cat stay warm by providing great insulation from the cold, as well as a safe space to retreat and relax in. You can buy cardboard boxes in a variety of colours, floral, vintage or modern designs. This lets you choose one to suit your personal choice for your home décor. Alternatively you can simply use a cardboard box from the supermarket or local store.  This can be a fun project for a rainy day with your kids when your cat looks like they are in need of a nap. Before you begin take a minute to learn how to keep your cat safe as well as cosy by making their bed a cat-friendly zone. Cut the hole using scissors or with a craft knife. For an older, slower cat it makes sense to start the door-hole at ground level, but a younger cat or kitten who loves to jump will love a circular door-hole hole halfway up the front of the box.  Make sure the door-hole is large enough for your cat to climb in and out in comfort. If your cat loves to squeeze into things keep the hole relatively small. If your cat is sensitive to tight spaces then supersize the door! Does your cat like a quiet dark place? Do they like to look around and watch all the household bustle around them? Would they prefer the inside of the box to feel snug and dark, or sunny and light? Asking these questions will help to you design a bed perfect for your cat.  If your cat likes to look around them, think about cutting the top off the box as well as a door-hole – this will make sure that they don’t feel isolated. If your cat likes privacy then a good idea is to tape a soft piece of fabric over the door-hole as a curtain. To make a chic bed you could use the same fabric to line the box. Add a snack tube. Cut a hole in the top of box with scissors or a craft knife. Fit a paper toilet roll tube in it as a handy snack drop to ensure you don’t disturb their privacy. This can make a real difference in how quickly and happily your cat adapts. Their sensitive whiskers and paw pads mean that they love snuggling into soft textures. Think about your cat’s favourite textures - a pillow, a cushion a furry rug, some fur fabric or even vintage curtains may all suit them.  Add something that smells of you such as an old t-shirt or sweater. Add a favourite toy, or appeal to their sense of smell with a little bit of cat nip.

SUMMARY:
Pick out a cardboard storage box the right shape and size for your cat. Cut a square or circular door-hole in the front of the box. Customise the bed specifically to your cat’s needs, likes and dislikes. Add a soft, comfortable base to the bed.