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After you learn the half-suicide trick with your diabolo, you are ready to learn many more suicide tricks. While you might think you should learn the full suicide next, consider learning the double half-suicide. As with all suicide tricks, you ... more »
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This experiment is an activity that many kids learn in science class. It demonstrates how your muscles release restrained energy. In the experiment, you press your arms against both sides of a doorframe or against a stationary object, and the ... more »
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If you want to advance to more intricate yo-yo tricks, you will need to practice and master the Flying Trapeze because it is part of several other complex tricks. The Flying Trapeze yo-yo trick is definitely one that will impress your audience... more »
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There are a number of string figure tricks that kids of all ages enjoy showing their friends. In fact, the enjoyment of string figures has been around for centuries, even dating back to 4th century Greece. The hand catch string figure allows you ... more »
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Playing with a hacky sack, or foot bagging, became an American sport in 1972 and offers good practice for soccer players and other athletes. Teaching hand and eye coordination, balance, and muscle strengthening, the solitary game can prove a bit ... more »
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The orange teeth trick is an entertaining joke that also tastes good. If you'd like to get a laugh or utilize an orange inside and out, then the Orange Teeth Dinner Trick is the stunt for you. You can watch Marlon Brando's Don Corleon perform a ... more »
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After learning to juggle the diabolo over your dominant arm, you should learn to juggle the diabolo over the other arm. Both tricks have similar steps. Because the diabolo spins counter to the direction you toss it in the air, causing it to slow ... more »
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A party popper is a novelty item sold along side of fireworks. Although not a true firework, the popper is ignited by a pull string and detonates with a loud pop, then shoots out confetti. A quick adjustment to the party popper results in an ... more »
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The Pop the Clutch yo-yo trick looks intricate when performed. You have to master the Sleeper Throw before you can do the Pop the Clutch. The following steps will show you how to execute a Pop the Clutch yo-yo trick using your right hand if you ... more »
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It's not just for clowns, jugglers and your fun Uncle Ed. It's a plausible means of transportation. It's wholesome entertainment. It's half of a bicycle. It's the unicycle! If you come across the physics-defying clownmobile, give it a go. And ... more »
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Those U-shaped slips look a lot bigger when you're standing on the dock. Steer your boat toward one, though; and it feels like you're trying to thread a needle with piece of clothesline. Don't worry. It's really very easy to dock your boat in a ... more »
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Doodling is simply drawing without a purpose in mind. Doodling is fun, and a great way to pass the time. No real direction is needed, but if you want your doodle to look really cool, follow these steps... more »
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There are several ways to make your car drag race faster without adding any serious upgrades. Everyone should take these steps before racing no matter what type of vehicle they drive... more »
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Drag racing remote controlled cars is a serious hobby that requires considerable skill, expertise and financial resources. If you have a need for speed but do not relish the thought of locking yourself behind the wheel, R/C drag racing may offer ... more »
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Calligraphy means "beautiful writing," and it's becoming a popular art form. When someone thinks of calligraphy, they think of the letters of the alphabet, but numbers can be written in calligraphy, too. There are two styles of numbers, but the ... more »
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If you really want people to respect your authority at your next costume party, dress up like cop. The best part about this costume is that if anyone tries to steal your drink or disrupt the party, you can handcuff them and throw them outside. ... more »
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Building a snowman is a favorite wintertime activity of many families. It's usually quite cold outside when the time comes for building snowmen so it's important to dress as warm as possible to enjoy the experience... more »
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Drifting is an advanced driving technique racers use to travel around tight turns without losing speed. Although there are entire racing circuits devoted to the art of drifting, you can accomplish the maneuver in most cars, including go-karts. ... more »
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How to Drink at a party without Throwing up.. more »
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Driving a Go Kart through the mud is nothing like driving a truck through it. It is low to the ground and, of course, doesn't have four-wheel drive. You are likely to become stuck if you are inexperienced. Follow these steps to learn how to drive ... more »
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A golf club driver is a formidable weapon in the game of golf. With the right golf swing and enough practice at a golf driving range, you’ll be able to improve the distance and speed of your drive to a remarkable degree. Read on to bring you ... more »
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Driving your mother crazy can be a fun activity for kids of all ages. Though there are many ways to drive your mother crazy, here are just a few suggestions to get you started. Kids, if you're not old enough to read, have an older sibling read ... more »
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Human beings are full of a lot of useless talent. Some people can put their legs behind their heads, while others can touch the tip of their tongue to the end of their nose. Yet another useless talent, that is still fun and a great way to annoy ... more »
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Dry mounting a photograph is a technique that doesn't use a plastic or adhesive product. Instead the photographs are mounted photo corners, tabs, tap or a paste. This materials are extremely good for maintaining the photographs in an acid free ... more »