INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You want to make small accordion fold that will hold the center of the bow in place on your barrette. Pinch the center horizontally, gather the fold and repeat. These are extremely small folds. Make sure you insert the needle through all the material in your center section. Pull the thread through until the double knot catches at the end. Tie the string off near the double knot. Your bow should now be secure and you won’t have to hold it. Cut off the excess string.

SUMMARY: Pinch and fold the center of the bow 2 times. Pierce all three folds with your embroidery needle and floss. Wrap the excess string around the center section twice. Fluff the bow out so that it looks like you want it to appear on your barrette.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You'll want to make sure you are documenting anything that concerns you about the teachers behavior or classroom policies so that you have an accurate account you can present to an outside party if need be. Don't just rely on memory. Write down dates, specific incidents, parties involved etc. Be thorough. Hopefully, your parents will be able to reassure you and help you come up with a plan to solve the problem on your own. If not your parents may need to set up a meeting with the teacher.  Make sure your parents don’t go into the meeting angry. You and your parents can decide if you need to be present for this meeting. Ask your parents to call up a classmate’s parents to see if they are having similar trouble with the teacher. This puts the responsibility back on them. Some difficult teachers are trying to gain authority over the class. Asking them for advice shows that you see them as a respected authority figure.  "What types of things do you look for when grading homework assignments?" "I'm really enjoying your class, I just want to make sure I'm getting the most out of it." See if they offer extra credit opportunities. Ask if they have suggestions for the best way to study for an upcoming test. "Are there any supplemental texts you would suggest I take a look at to further my understanding of some of the material?" If you continue to feel unfairly treated by your teacher then you should take your concerns higher up. Ask for a meeting with the vice principle or Dean.  Try to separate the person from the issue. Don’t say I’m having trouble with Mr. A. Say you are having trouble in Mr. A’s class. Avoid using derogatory language about the teacher. Write a list of your concerns before the meeting. Express your concerns in a clear and calm voice. Before you take the problem to an outside source, see if you can work it out one on one with the teacher. It is possible they aren’t aware you feel treated unfairly.  Choose an appropriate time to talk with your teacher. Either after class or at the beginning or end of the school day. Don’t be aggressive or rude. Tell them how you feel. "I'm sure it's not intentional, but sometimes I feel singled out in class in a way that makes me uncomfortable." Be open minded to the teacher’s point of view. "I understand you have reasons for the way you do things." If you find yourself getting upset, walk away until you have calmed down.  "Do you mind if we take a break from our conversation? I'm feeling very overwhelmed and I need a minute to gather my thoughts."

SUMMARY: Keep a list of the teacher's actions and words. Tell your parents you are having trouble with your teacher. Ask the teacher what you can do to be more successful in their class. Talk to a school counselor or administrator. Confront the teacher.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Carefully chop or mince 1 medium red onion and 4 cloves of fresh garlic. You can chop these as large or as small as you prefer. Place the prepared onions and garlic in a medium-sized bowl. If you'll be using or garnishing the sauce with green onions, you can slice them now and set them aside. Gather the following ingredients and place them in the bowl that has your onions and garlic:  1 1/2 cups (355 ml) of white vinegar 2 tablespoons of soy sauce 1 teaspoons of salt 1 teaspoon of sugar 1/4 teaspoon of ground pepper Stir the sauce so the ingredients are combined and the sugar dissolves. Taste the sauce and adjust the flavor to your liking. You can garnish the sauce with 1 tablespoon of sliced green onion or 1/2 teaspoon of chili flakes. Serve the sauce immediately. You can refrigerate and serve this sauce later. Keep in mind that the sauce will become spicier as the onion, chilies and garlic infuse it.

SUMMARY: Chop or mince your onions and garlic. Add your remaining ingredients. Taste and garnish the sauce.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: There are many museums that are specifically designed for children, and others that have special activities for children.The Association of Children's Museums can help you find a children's museum near you. In addition to museums specifically designed for children, many have exhibits that children might find interesting. Consider natural history museums, especially those with dinosaur or Egyptian mummy exhibits, planetariums, wax museums, or aviation museums. No matter where you live, there’s likely to be a farm or petting zoo not far from you that will give your kids a great opportunity to interact with and learn about animals. Zoos and aquariums are also great ways for kids to learn about new animals while having fun. Bowling, ice skating, roller skating, swimming, gymnastics, and rock climbing are all good options. Kids will burn off energy, while also having fun and learning a new skill. You can also look for indoor trampoline parks, indoor water parks, and family fun centers in your area. Depending on where you live, you could visit the beach, the lake, or the mountains. Even if you don’t live near any exciting outdoor attractions, you can try visiting a local park or taking a walk or a bike ride around town. If you don’t have time for that or you’d like to save some money, take your children to rent a DVD/video. Make sure it is something that they will all enjoy and that they have all decided on. When you have to do a job or you are busy, get them together and put on the film.

SUMMARY:
Take a trip to a local museum or art gallery. Teach your children about animals by taking them to a local farm. Get active with indoor activities. Enjoy the great outdoors. Go to the movies.