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Pull some leaves off a tree. It’s up to you if you want to use live, green leaves or fake leaves off of a decorative plant. Don’t use dead leaves because they are too brittle. Use a paint pen to write the names on the leaves. Use a safety pin to attach the leaves to clothing, backpacks, or other objects.  If you use live leaves, the name tags will only last a day or two. Fake leaves will last indefinitely. Choose large leaves or small leaves depending on your preference. Grab some thin rectangles of wood at a craft store or hardware store. Buy chalkboard paint from a craft store or home improvement store. Paint the wood pieces and let them dry. Once they dry, use white or multicolored chalk to write the names. Use hot glue to attach a safety pin to the back.  For events, set chalk out so that people can write their own names on their name tag. If you can’t find wood pieces, look for chalkboard paper that could be cut. Another option is to cut squares of sturdy plastic or cardstock and paint them with chalkboard paint. Buy a bag of alphabet beads at a craft store or big-box store. Also get some safety pins with a single curve as opposed to a spiral-curved end. Place the letters on the pin in order and pin it to your shirt or other objects.

summary: Make leaf name tags with a paint pen. Craft mini-chalkboard name tags. Use alphabet beads and safety pins for colorful name tags.


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Children throw tantrums when they want something and do not get it. By acting out, the child may hope to get what they want in the end. If you give the child what they want (e.g. ice cream, or a delayed bathtime/bedtime), then the child will learn that tantrums are a good way to get things. It is much easier to start addressing tantrums when the autistic person is a child. For example, a 6-year-old boy who throws himself on the floor is much easier to manage compared to a 16-year-old. Also, the child will be less likely to cause injury to themself or others. Planned ignoring can work best for yelling, swearing, and sulking. This will teach the child that the behavior is not an effective way to get attention. It helps to clearly communicate this idea, such as "I can't understand what's wrong if you're pouting back there. But if you would like to calm down a little and explain what is wrong, I would be happy to listen to you." Always step in if the child begins throwing things, taking things that belong to others, or hitting. Ask the child to stop and then explain why the behavior is not okay. Tell your child that they can choose to act in a way that will get the desired response. Explaining this to your child will help your child understand the best way to get what they want (or at least a listening ear or a compromise).  For example, you can tell your child, "If you'd like me to help you, you can take a few deep breaths and tell me what's wrong. I'm here for you if you need me."

summary: Consider how your actions can affect your child's tantrums. Address tantrum behavior early. Ignore tantrum behavior. Intervene if the child is being mean or doing dangerous things. Invite your child to behave better.


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If you have a large infestation of rats that have already taken up residence in your home or on your property, there are green ways that you can get rid of them. Pet cats are one such way, as cats instinctively prey on mice, rats, and other rodents, and have been used for a very long time in agrarian societies to keep pests away from grain and food stores. If you don’t have a cat, consider visiting your local shelter to see if they have any cats available for adoption. Inquire about whether any of them are known mousers. Like cats, some dog breeds-—particularly terriers—can be excellent rodent hunters. If you're more of a dog person and are able to take on the full responsibility of being a pet guardian, visit your local shelter and see what kinds of terriers they have available for adoption. Not only will the dog be able to hunt any rats that are already on the property, but they will deter new ones from moving in. Barn owls are found all over the world, and they love eating mice, rats, and other rodents. While you can't keep one as a pet to deal with your rodent problem, you can encourage a barn owl to take up residence near your property, and it will hunt and consume rodents in large numbers. Barn owl boxes are simple to make as a DIY project, or you can purchase them online. Peppermint and plants in the mint family may act as natural repellents for rodents, and there are a few ways you can use them around your house to deter rats:  Plant mint around your house, especially in any areas that you know rats frequent. Soak cotton balls with peppermint oil and place them around access points, such as doors and windows. Fill a spray bottle with one cup (240 ml) water and add in 25 drops of peppermint oil. Shake well, and spray this solution around the outside of your home, on doors, windows, and outbuildings. Rataway is a specially blended and concentrated fragrance that’s designed to remove the odors left behind by rodents and other animals. While it may not get rid of a rat that’s already in your house, it will prevent others from being attracted by the smells left behind by rodents that have already been there. Rataway gets mixed with water in a spray bottle and sprayed on areas where rats have been, marked territory, urinated, or left other odors. Second-generation rodenticides are poisons that will kill an animal with one dose, meaning other animals—such as pets—are just as likely to die from eating them as the rats are. Moreover, these toxins tend to stay in the body, meaning they can also poison scavengers and birds of prey.  Avoid rat poisons that contain ingredients like:  Difenacoum Difethialone Brodifacoum Bromadiolone If you have a rat infestation and are looking for a quick fix, there are poisons out there you can use that will kill the rats without endangering other creatures. First-generation baits are highly toxic to the animals that consume them, but are much less likely to poison other animals as well. These poisons require several feedings before a lethal dose is delivered. Look for active ingredients such as:  Chlorophacinone Diphacinone Warfarin or warfarin sodium salt Sodium salt
summary: Get a cat. Get a dog. Install a barn owl box. Repel them with mint. Use rataway. Avoid second-generation rodenticides. Try first-generation rodenticides instead.