Choose an engaging title that tells the viewer what your timeline is about. Make sure that your title encompasses all that you’ve included in your project, rather than just the topic. For example, don’t title your project “NASA;” instead, choose a title like “NASA: The Quest for the Moon.” Example titles include:  The Life and Times of Nelson Mandela Beverly Hills, 90210: A Recent History JD Salinger's Storied Career California's Ancient Redwoods A Day in the Life of a Praying Mantis For each entry, write a short explanation about what happened, including facts such as who was involved, the impact of the event, and any numbers related to the event, such as the number of people killed in a war. Add the details that help you tell the overall narrative of your timeline. Your words need to be easy to read, so write clearly. Alternatively, type up your entries, cut them out, and glue them onto the timeline. Use as few words as possible to explain the events to avoid taking up too much space with one event. If you’re creating a digital timeline, type up your entries. You can add visual interest to your timeline with some pictures to go along with the events you're including. Find images online, copy them from books, or get creative and draw them yourself.
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One-sentence summary -- Give your project a title. Add details and important information about each event. Write clearly and concisely. Add pictures.


If you experience any of the described symptoms of MNDs, make an appointment to see your general physician. Explain the duration and severity of your symptoms. If the doctor suspects that you do have an MND, they’ll probably refer you to see a neurologist for tests and a more accurate diagnosis. Ask your doctor to run genetic tests to screen for specific MNDs. Although MNDs can be inherited, this only happens in about 1 in 20 cases. So, while it’s quite unlikely that your case of MND is inherited, there’s always a slight chance.  Common MNDs include: amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Progressive bulbar palsy (PBP), and Progressive muscular atrophy (PMA).  If you’re unsure about a family history of MNDs, call up family members and ask if anyone in your family has suffered from a form of MND. It’s believed that exposure to certain chemicals and to radiation may increase your risk for non-inherited forms of MND. There’s a chance that smoking may also play a role in developing MNDs. Tell your doctor if you have been exposed to radiation or chemicals such as herbicides or arsenic.
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One-sentence summary -- See your doctor as soon as you notice signs of an MND. Tell your doctor if anyone else in your family has suffered from an MND. Assess your exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals.


Express empathy and explain that you want to help, but that can't understand them when they whine. Without frowning or looking angry, calmly ask them to say what's wrong using their nice voice.  Say, “I really wish I could help you, but I don't understand you when you talk like that. Can you please use your nice voice?” Ask them to use their nice voice twice. If they don't respond after 2 requests, shrug, say “Well I guess you don't want my help,” and ignore their misbehavior until they change their tone. Try to remember to grab crackers, dry cereal, fruit, or another snack before leaving the house with your child. If you're at home and lunch or dinner will be ready in 15 or 20 minutes, give them something small, like a few crackers or carrot sticks. When they ask nicely, say, “Of course you can have a snack! Thanks for asking so nicely!” Try to think ahead and pack a coloring book and crayons, puzzles, or a toy to keep your child busy when you leave the house. If you don't have something entertaining on hand, think of a task or game that could distract them. For example, if you're at the grocery store, say, “I've got a special job for you! I need you to pick out 5 of the very best apples. Can you help me?” The best way to deal with a cranky, tired child is to stick to their napping schedule. Whenever possible, take them to the bank, store, and other boring places when they're well-rested. If you can't avoid taking them out before their nap, try redirecting their whining with an activity, task, or game. If your child isn't whining because they're hungry, tired, or bored, chances are they want a toy or candy. While they're whining, keep the item they want out of their access as best you can. If it's something they can have, explain that they can have it if they ask nicely.  Say, “I can't understand what you're saying when you talk like that. Maybe if you use your nice voice and say 'please,' I'll know what you're asking for.” If they can't have the item, try expressing that you understand that they're upset, then briefly explain why they can't have it. For example, say, “I know you want another balloon, and I'm sorry you can't have one. If you got an extra one, there wouldn't be enough for the other kids.”
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One-sentence summary -- Tell them you can only understand if they use their nice voice. Offer a snack if they nicely say that they're hungry. Give them a task or activity if they're bored. Schedule a nap before running errands, if possible. Let them have the toy or treat they want only if they stop whining.


You can purchase pre-paid phone cards from local convenience stores, chain pharmacies, and national retailers, like Wal-Mart or Target. The cost of a card ranges from $2 to $30 dollars. While some cards are located on wall and spinning racks near the register, other cards are located behind the register.  Before purchasing the card, ask the clerk which cards they recommend. Alternatively, you can set up an online account with a provider, like Zaptel or Tel3Advantage. By setting up an account, you can choose a phone card from a variety of options and reload your card online. Each card has an 800 number or a local access number, as well as a PIN number. In order to make a call, first dial the access number and enter your PIN. Then, listen for the prompt and input the phone number you are calling.  Make sure to manually dial the full number of the party you are calling, including the international dialing code, country code, and area code.  Most cards are activated at the time of purchase at the register. While some cards have a scratch off coating that conceals the PIN number, other cards will have their PIN numbers located on the receipt. Before purchasing the card, make sure to check the card’s cost per minute, i.e., rate, surcharges, rounding rates, and expiration date. Rates vary depending on which country you call, as well as what kind of phone you use, for example, a cellphone versus a payphone. Furthermore, some cards have disconnect fees, maintenance fees, and surcharges of 35 cents or more. Call the toll-free number on the card to find out about rates and fees if they are not listed.  Some cards employ rounding where they round up in increments, like increments of three. This means that a one minute call is charged for three minutes.  Cards might also have an expiration date of 30 days meaning if you do not use the card, it will not work after that date. Other cards might charge a non-usage fee if you go a certain amount of days without using the card.
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Purchase a pre-paid phone card. Input the access and PIN number. Check the fine print.