This will open the New Flipagram screen. This allows Flipagram to use your pictures and camera. The easiest way to do stop-motion is to string together a sequence of still images. Hold your camera so that you can clearly see the image you're trying to capture. For best results when creating a stop-motion video, mount your phone on a tripod or other stand to keep it stable and ensure that each shot is lined up properly. You'll see it added to a list of previews at the top of the screen. Slightly move the subject so that it is transitioning to the next point. You'll see it added in the preview list after the first shot. If you're shooting for 12 frames per second, you'll need 720 pictures to complete the entire time. You'll see this in the upper-right corner.  This will format the video for Instagram.  You'll see this at the bottom of the preview. A quicker speed will result in a smoother video. You can search for music to add from Flipagram's online database. This will display the various filter options that can change the colors of your video. Some effects require that music be added first.

Summary: Tap the + button after signing in. Tap OK for any permission requests that appear. Tap Camera. Line up the subject of your stop-motion video. Tap the large round button to take a picture. Adjust the subject for the next picture. Tap the round button again to take the second picture. Continue taking pictures until you have enough frames for your video. Tap the → button. Tap the Format button. Tap the Square option. Tap Next. Tap the Speed button. Drag the slider to adjust the flip speed. Tap Music to add a background song. Tap Effects to add filters and other effects. Tap Next when you're satisfied with the preview.


Consider working with your child at home through role-playing first. By practicing ahead of time in a safe environment, your shy kid will likely feel more comfortable when talking in public.  For example, role-play with them about situations at the grocery store, in a park, at school, on a playground, and at family gatherings. Use different scenarios of when people or kids are more friendly and less friendly. Help to explain what to say or how to act if they encounter a difficult situation or person. But most of the scenarios should involve friendly encounters, so that it encourages them to act in public. When they are in public, help to remind them of what they learned and how to act more open and friendly. A child looks up to their parents and adults for guidance about what to do and how to act. Be a role model for positive and respectful behavior in a variety of settings, both at home and in public.  Show them how to share things and help others. Be a model for kindness towards others.  Explain how helping others can often lead to friendships. Talk with a diverse array of people. Instead of being irritated by others, show your kids how to be relaxed and friendly. Talk with the people in a checkout line. Engage in conversation with other shoppers at a store. Be open to asking questions or giving advice to others in public. If you’re constantly “checking in” on your child’s shy behaviors when they don’t have friends, you may make them feel even more like an outcast. Avoid constantly reminding them of the negative things they’re facing.  For example, if you’ve just picked up your child from school, avoid asking them things like, “So did you eat by yourself again today at lunch?” or “So did you stay in class at recess again?” Allow for more open-ended questions that lead to more details with time. For example, ask, “Did you have a good day?” or “How was recess today?” and then follow up with questions such as “What made it a difficult day?” or “What activities did you do at recess?” Be sure to monitor your own negativity as well. If you frequently mention the dangers of the world or speak negatively about others, your child may begin to view others as threatening and untrustworthy. Children who feel loved, supported, and appreciated will have greater confidence to do new things and interact with new people. New people or environments will seem less scary when they feel reassured.  Build their confidence through words of encouragement such as, “You’ve got such great artistic talents. I bet other kids would want to see your work” or “You’re such as kind person.  Helping others on the playground is great idea.” Give them physical affection through hugs. Make them feel comforted and loved with hugs on a regular basis.

Summary: Give your child chances to build social skills in public settings. Help to model polite and outgoing behavior. Avoid focusing on the negative things in your kid's life. Provide encouragement and reassurance to your kid.


While you must be inside the shooting semicircle, it is a fairly large area, which means there are a variety of distances that you can shoot from. If you’re new to netball, you’ll probably begin practicing your shooting closer to the goal. As you become more comfortable, though, start increasing the distance of your shot. That way, you’ll be able to shoot from all over the semicircle with accuracy. During game action, you’ll have the ball passed to you before you take your shot. To become comfortable shooting in that situation, it helps to practice with another player feeding you the ball. You’ll learn to receive the ball and shoot it in one smooth motion.  You should start outside the shooting semicircle, while the other player begins inside the semicircle with the ball. The other player should feed you the ball from in front of you, so you can run into it to receive it. Once you’ve received the ball, take the time to set up your shot properly. You don’t want to just rush through the shooting and possibly throw your shot off. Practice running into the semicircle to receive the ball from various spots outside and at various speeds. You’ll never know exactly what situation will come up in game action. In a game, the other team’s defence will try to keep you from scoring a goal, which obviously makes it more difficult to shoot accurately. That’s why it helps to practice shooting with another player trying to defend you. You’ll get used to the distraction, and learn the best way to get around a defender.  Start by standing opposite the hoop. The defending player should stand between you and it, with her arms raised over her head to effectively block your shot. Try to shoot the ball over the defender’s arms and through the hoop. Remember to practice the right form as you avoid the defender, or your shot may not be as accurate as you’d like.

Summary: Take longer shots. Shoot with a feeder in place. Shoot with a defender in place.


If you’re not adding piped decorations but still want to add some flair, use a spatula to create waves in the icing. Swirl the whipped cream frosting to create small waves all over the cake for a more rustic look. For a crisp, uniform layer of frosting that’s perfect for layering piped designs, run a bench scraper all around your cake. Start by working the bench scraper in a circle around the edges, before running it along the top. Pull the bench scraper towards you, and remove any excess frosting that collects on the blade. Once you’ve spread an even layer of frosting onto your cake, remove your icing bag from the fridge, and add some piped designs. Pipe around the edges of the cake to make a border, and pipe along the top to create flowers or pretty dollops. Practice piping a few designs on wax paper before icing directly onto the cake. Before serving, allow your cake to set in the fridge for at least 30 minutes so that your decorations will hold their shape. The icing will maintain its shape for 2-3 days if left in the fridge, and for several hours if left at room temperature. If you leave whipped cream frosting at room temperature for longer than 3-4 hours, it may become destabilized. It will lose its fluffy, frosting shape, and it might melt off your cake.
Summary: Create a rustic look by making waves in the icing. Use a bench scraper to level the cake before piping decorations. Add piped decorations to your cake. Place the decorated cake in the refrigerator.