Hold the card's in the basic dealer's grip with your thumb along the long side, 3 fingers on the other side, and your index finger on top; the cards should be flat against your palm. Release your thumb as you move your pinkie to the other end. Make some space between your palm and the cards by lifting them up slightly. All it will take to lift up the cards is to tilt your fingers out a bit while holding on tight to the deck. As you bring the top deck around, you want to clear the top edge of the bottom deck completely. Curl your index finger slightly down and bring it between the 2 short edges of the separate decks. Make sure you're still holding on to both decks with your index finger. At this point, you should have part of the deck between your thumb and index finger (one on each of the short ends) and part of the deck between your index finger and the rest of your fingers. They should be stretched out long ways across your hand.

Summary: Move the cards into a straddle grip. Create space between the 2 short edges with your index finger.


Free templates are available online, as well as software created specifically for publishing school newspapers. Once you’ve chosen a template, you will be able to determine where articles will fit and how long they can be. Students interested in art can be assigned to edit and design the layout of the paper using the template you chose. Using the ideas your newspaper staff came up with in your first meeting, give each student an assignment for what they will write, photograph or otherwise contribute to the newspaper.  Be sure each student is clear on what’s expected of them, including deadlines and word counts. Give a rough draft deadline as well as a final draft deadline, so there will be time to edit and correct the rough draft. If students are not yet skilled enough at typing, it may be faster for them to handwrite articles. Handwritten articles can either be typed up by a teacher or older staff member, or scanned in as is for a more personal, less formal-looking newspaper. Do this at least a week ahead of publication, so there will be plenty of time for students to make changes if necessary. Be constructive and specific when explaining what changes need to be made, and praise students for what they did well. If your newspaper staff includes editors or an editor-in-chief, work with them to proofread the paper and decide on any changes. Encourage students to bring copies home for their parents and relatives; family involvement is a key factor in developing literacy skills, and getting positive feedback from loved ones will inspire your students to continue participating. . Make time in class to read and talk about the newspaper, and invite students on the newspaper staff to share what they contributed. Print at least a few days before you plan to distribute, in case you run into any problems or delays with printing.

Summary: Choose a newspaper template. Create assignments for the first issue of your newspaper. Proofread the entire newspaper before publishing. Print and distribute your newspaper.


Solvent-based epoxies adhere well and are available in many colors. The drawback is that these products are extremely hazardous. Water-based products are clear in color, but these products do not give off hazardous fumes.  Both products typically contain from 40-60% solids (epoxy). The higher the percentage, the harder your floor will be, and the more expensive the product. You absolutely must use a ventilator to apply solvent-based epoxy products. Epoxy primers can smooth out minor imperfections in the floor and give the epoxy a better base to bond to. It is important to use primer on floors that are very porous, flaky, chalky, or rough. Primers can also add strength and durability to any floor. Always select a product that is compatible with the epoxy you plan to use. For a 450 square feet (42 m2) garage (a typical 2-car garage), you will need 2–3 gallons (7.6–11 L) of epoxy per coat. This can vary based on the percent of solids in the epoxy you buy, so check the labels. Purchase enough epoxy to cover your floor in at least 2 coats.  Solvent-based epoxy products can be harder to find. Some paint specialty stores may carry them, but you may need to visit an industrial-supply store. Water-based epoxy products can be purchased at most home supply stores. Gloves, eye protection, lung protection, and good rubber boots can help keep you safe while applying epoxy. Turn off gas/power to any water heaters or other appliances in the garage. Take precautions to keep children and pets away from the area during application and drying. Always use a ventilator to apply solvent-based epoxy products.

Summary: Choose between solvent-based and water-based epoxies. Decide if you’ll use an epoxy primer. Purchase enough epoxy for 2 coats. Reduce hazards by wearing protective gear and turning off the power.


While you are treating your dry scalp from the outside with conditioner or oils, it's just as important to treat it from within, too. Staying hydrated by drinking enough water to keep your skin healthy and hydrated. Try to drink at least eight 8-oz glasses of water daily. Vitamin deficiencies may be causing your dry scalp. Make sure you are eating a well-balanced diet and getting plenty of vitamin B (especially B6 and B12) from fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Omega-3 fatty acids are also important in supporting a healthy, hydrated scalp. Omega-3s are found in fatty fish, nuts and seeds, and oils. You can supplement vitamin B with flaxseed oil, zinc, or selenium and take fish oil supplements to increase Omega-3s. Always talk to your doctor or pharmacist before beginning a new supplement. Sometimes, a dry, itchy scalp is caused by something you're allergic to in your shampoo or other hair products. To test the theory, try picking hair products that are free of dyes and scents to see if that helps keep you from getting a dry scalp. You could also buy products that are hypoallergenic if you have sensitive skin. Chlorine is known to dry out skin and hair. If you spend a lot of time in the pool, that could lead to a dry scalp. Fortunately, you don't need to skip swimming altogether; you just need to protect yourself. Rub a conditioning cream into your scalp and hair, and then tuck your hair up into a swimming cap before you go swimming. You might also consider purchasing a shower filter. These will filter out chlorine along with other chemicals that might be in the water. Hot water can be harsh on your skin, scalp, and hair, drying it out. To keep your scalp from drying out too much, turn the heat down when you get in the shower. Try warm showers instead of hot, and stay out of the hot tub. Whether it's winter or summer, weather can wreak havoc on your scalp and hair. In the winter, put a hat on to protect your head from the dry, cold air. In the summer, use sprays that have sunscreen in them to protect your scalp, particularly if you're going to be out in the sun. If you live in a particularly dry or cold climate, the inside of your house likely gets dry during certain parts of the year. Dry air dries out your skin, scalp, and hair, making it harder to control things like dry scalp. One way to remedy the situation is to run a humidifier in your house to increase the humidity in the air. Try running one in your bedroom, for instance.
Summary: Stay hydrated. Eat hair-healthy foods. Skip dyes and perfumes. Avoid chlorine. Stay out of hot water. Protect your scalp from the weather. Run a humidifier.