Problem: Article: It's going to be a lot easier with a squirmy toddler to cut the hair in smaller sections. This is true even for toddlers with shorter hair.  Take a clip, and fasten back all of the hair that you are not cutting. Pull out a small piece of the hair one section at a time. You don't need many sections. Pull away a piece that you will find manageable to cut. The goal is to be able to focus on one section at a time. You also don't need to make each section exactly the same size. It's not that important. Sectioning back the hair just makes it easier to cut when a toddler gets a little antsy. One of the most important things when it comes to cutting toddler's hair is to cut at an angle.  Try to cut the toddler's hair at a 45-degree angle. Slant your cuts toward the toddler's neck as you do so. If you don't cut at an angle – other experts say to cut at 11 o'clock – you will make the hair too blunt. Hold a piece of hair at the 45-degree angle, while you cut along your fingers, using your fingers to keep the line straight. If your child has cowlicks on the top of his or her head, leaving the hair longer on top can help with that. The additional heaviness of the hair will likely stop it from standing straight up. Start cutting the toddler's hair from the front because that's what people see first. This is partly because your toddler will probably be most compliant at first.  Start with the bangs. Cut from the outside of the toddler's eyebrow to the outside of the second eyebrow. Pull the bangs straight down, and then cut them at an 11 o'clock or 45-degree angle. If you have someone helping you, have them hold the child's hand gently with one hand while you hold onto and snip the bangs. Make sure that you keep the scissors positioned away from the child's skin and eyes. Be ready for sudden movements the child might make. Some parents find it easiest to start around the ears when the child is least restless at the beginning of the cut. Cut very slowly around the ears so you don't cut them. In order to cut toddler's hair, it's important that you are gentle but firm, and that you snip tiny pieces at a time slowly. Hold the sections vertically.  This will make it easier to control the cutting, especially if the child moves suddenly. In order to cut a piece of hair, take a small piece between your fingers. Cut at an 11 o'clock or 45-degree angle not parallel to your fingers. This will blend the hair better. If you cut the hair too parallel to your fingers, you will end up with hair that is cut too bluntly for most people's tastes. Choose the lengths with the first section. As you work around the head, take a little piece of the previous section to guide you on how short to go. Slide your fingers down the hair's length, and then cut with the scissors below your fingers. Start out by cutting less than you think you want. You can always do more if you feel it's necessary.
Summary: Clip back sections of the hair. Pick the right angle when you cut. Start with the front. Snip slowly.

Problem: Article: Pour in 1 cup (240 mL) cold water. Feel free to double or triple this recipe to make a larger batch. For your first batch, try 1 cup (200 g) granulated white sugar and 1 cup (200 g) brown sugar. Once you've tasted the end result, you can play around with different ratios. The more brown sugar you use, the stronger the molasses flavor will be. For extra strong flavor replace the brown sugar with a raw sugar like demerara or turbinado.  For a thinner syrup, halve the amount of syrup. Replace some or all of the sugar with maple sugar to get an authentic maple flavor. Maple sugar tends to be expensive, and in some areas may only be available online. For an easy imitation of real maple syrup, add ½ tsp (2.5 mL) maple flavor extract, available from baking supply stores or online. Without it, the syrup will taste more like molasses – which is still delicious on pancakes or waffles. You can substitute vanilla or almond extract for a more unusual pancake syrup. Bring the water and sugar mixture to a boil, then reduce to low heat. Stir continuously for 3–5 minutes, or until every sugar grain has dissolved. The longer you boil the syrup, the thicker it will be once cooled. This recipe is plenty thick already, so you should be fine taking it off the heat right away. Refrigerate the syrup in a clean container to discourage microorganisms. This will typically last 6 months in the refrigerator. You can add a small spoonful of vodka to preserve it even longer, but most people discover that the syrup has mysteriously vanished long before the expiration date.Storing in a squeeze bottle make the syrup easy to use.
Summary: Add water to a saucepan. Add white and brown sugar. Add maple flavor extract (optional). Heat and stir. Store leftover syrup.

Problem: Article: This is a great option for any student to express their style without breaking dress code. Head to your local thrift store or search online for vintage pins, buttons and brooches. If you want to go for a preppy feminine look, pick a jeweled cameo brooch. For an edgier style, choose a simple button or enamel pin with an animal, word, or symbol on it. Keep in mind that your pins should be school-appropriate. Don’t choose a button that has a swear word on it or anything that could be considered inappropriate. One of the best ways to show off your style is by dressing up your uniform with jewelry. Pick a statement necklace paired with simple earrings and a ring or 2. If you aren’t allowed to wear necklaces, pick a pair of fun earrings, like tassle or pom-pom earrings to match your uniform. This is also a helpful strategy for drawing people’s attention away from your uniform and onto your face. Choose a solid-color, embellished, or patterned headband, and wear it with your hair up or down. If you don’t like headbands, purchase a bow on a clip and put it in your hair to hold back your bangs or use it highlight a sleek ponytail or high bun. You can use a ribbon to pull up your hair, or incorporate it into a classic braid. Most schools allow hair accessories, but some might require them to be solid colors. Check your school handbook to make sure. For a cozy and trendy look, put on a wool scarf with a fun pattern in colors that match your uniform. If it’s warmer outside, try tying a silk or satin scarf around your neck with a bow for a classic fashion statement. If your school has rules about not wearing hats, they may not allow scarves. Be sure to consult the handbook before you wear a scarf to class. Pick a small, square piece of fabric, and fold it into quarters. Position it in your pocket so the folded corner of the square is pointing up to your shoulder. Be sure to choose a fabric that matches with your school uniform or tie. For an edgier look, try mixing patterns, like stripes and polka dots, or use a pocket square that showcases your interests, like one printed with binary code if you like computer science.
Summary:
Pin a button or brooch onto your blazer or shirt for a retro style. Wear statement jewelry if your school allows it. Put a headband, ribbon, or bow in your hair for a classic feminine look. Wrap a trendy scarf around your neck in the autumn and winter. Tuck a pocket square into your blazer for a classic masculine look.