Article: A carpenter is someone who works with, builds, and fixes items and structures made out of wood. More than that, he or she is passionate about things built from wood. Carpenters are skilled with their hands and tend to work on and fix wooden structures like stairways and door frames, install things like cabinets and drywall, and work on building and repairing furniture. . This is a job that requires heavy lifting. You can expect to be on your feet most of the day doing active physical labor. You need a good sense of balance. Aside from being able to lift heavy things, you also need to have great hand-eye coordination. Carpenters use tools that require a good eye to avoid getting injured or damaging the wood. Carpenters need to be able to solve mathematical problems with ease. They also need good oral communication and language skills, and a good understanding of physical science can be helpful as well. A successful carpenter can see the big picture and not just the immediate assigned task. Other key carpenter characteristics include:  Being detail-oriented. One of the most important parts of carpentry is being able to measure and cut pieces of wood to exact measurements: an entire building could be affected by an ill-measured stairway. Carpenters also need the ability to look at a wooden structure and assess any problems with it. Having problem-solving skills: Carpenters will face many problems while on the job. A board may break, or a tool may stall, and a carpenter will need to be able to recognize the problem and come up with a quick, effective solution. While there are hundreds of carpentry tools, there are certain tools that every aspiring carpenter needs to become intimately familiar with. These include:  A hammer. Hammering and pulling out nails is a big part of being a carpenter. A hammer and nails are important to any carpentry project.  A measuring tape. The ability to make precise measurements is one of the most important parts of being a great carpenter. If one measurement is off, the whole project could fail.  A saw. Carpentry wouldn’t be an art without the saw. There are many different kinds of saws. The most common is, fittingly, the universal saw. Practicing on one of these is a good place to start as an aspiring carpenter. Marking tools. This is a fancy name for pens or pencils. Once you have made your measurement, you’ll need to mark where each piece of wood needs to be sawed, nailed, and so on.   A spirit level. Levels are the key to symmetry, straight lines, and general accuracy. If you place a spirit level on a plank you hold up to the wall, it will tell you whether or not it is perfectly horizontal.
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Realize what a carpenter is. Get physically fit Examine your educational strengths. Learn the basic tools carpenters use.
Article: If you're a high school student, ask your principal if your school has policies against laptops. Then, talk to your teachers about their own classroom policies. Keep in mind that rules might vary between teachers: some might allow unrestricted laptop use while others might want to monitor your activities.  Almost all colleges allow laptops in class. If you are a university student, double-check the syllabus your professors hand out to read up on their policies. In most cases, you'll be allowed to use laptops for note-taking. Follow the policies your teachers or professors set: not only does this show respect for them, but it also lowers the possibility of your laptop getting confiscated. Ask them about advantages or possible disadvantages they've noticed while using a laptop at school. Tell them to be as open with you as possible so you get a good idea of whether this is right for you.  If you're young and no peers use a laptop to study, talk to a college student! Most universities allow or even encourage their students to purchase laptops. If you have older friends, let them know that you're considering a laptop purchase and listen to their thoughts. If you're a college student, ask a laptop-using student before or after class about their experience. Let them know what you're considering and ask them if they have any advice for working effectively. Using a laptop at school or university can be a tough choice. Making a list of pros and cons beforehand can help you avoid major mistakes. Take time to reflect on both the positives and the negatives, and write both down on separate lists. This can help you clear your thoughts and make a more balanced decision.  Possible pros may include:  Easy access to resources during lectures Taking notes faster and more effectively No messy handwriting   Possible cons may include:  Potential for distraction during class Cannot draw diagrams or visual references Can be heavy/fragile and hard to carry around
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Check your school or university policies. Talk to laptop-using peers. Make a list of pros and cons.
Article: This starts your letter with a formal tone. Use the name you called your teacher while you were in class, such as Ms. Miller or Miss Debbie. Write, “Dear Ms. Miller” or “Dear Mr. Stephenson.” Begin the body of your letter by thanking them so they know what your letter is about. Write a sentence that expresses your thanks and briefly tells them why. You might write, “Thank you so much for helping me come out of my shell this year,” or “I really appreciate the extra help you gave me in math.” Providing reasons will make your letter more meaningful. Include the ways your teacher helped you, your most memorable moment, the most important things they taught you, or the qualities you love most about them. Write 2-3 sentences providing your examples. You could write, “Every day you encouraged us to face our fears, and that’s helped me feel more confident at school. Additionally, your positive attitude made me look forward to seeing you every day, and your rules about using a planner made me more organized.” Consider how you will use the lessons they taught you, as well as how they shaped your behavior. Then, write 2-3 sentences about how your teacher changed your life. You might write, “Because of you, I’ll be able to go to camp this summer instead of summer school,” “Because of your help, I realized that I want to be a writer,” or “Your kindness showed me that how we treat others is important.” Finish the body of your letter by briefly restating that you’re thankful for your time in their class. Then, tell your teacher that you hope they’re doing well. Say this in 1-2 sentences. Write, “Thank you again for all of your help. I hope you have a great summer!” or “I’d like to thank you again for the support this year. I hope you realize how much of a difference you’re making in your students’ lives.” Use “sincerely” because it’s more formal. Then, sign your name to the letter. If you’re typing your letter, skip 3 lines after “sincerely” and type your name. Then, print out your letter and sign it above your typed name. Write, “Sincerely, Daisy James.”
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Start your letter with “Dear” and your teacher’s name. Thank your teacher for how they helped you. Give 2-3 specific examples of why you’re thanking them. Explain how their help will benefit you in the future. Restate your appreciation and wish your teacher well. Close your letter with “Sincerely” and your signature.