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How to Give a Gift a Teacher Wants

By pianistic

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There are many "World's Best Teacher" coffee mug gifts to give, but I'm sure that most teachers have lots of them. Here is a list of ideas for great gifts that a teacher would really like and want... more »

How to Give Advice to a Teenage Girl

By Ynot

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I normally think of and write my own articles. Not this time. This How To comes directly from the mind of my 15 year old daughter. She has used it to soothe other girls and thinks the advice would extend to eHow readers as well... more »

How to Help a Young Child Begin to Write

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Children love to draw on everything - including your bright, white walls. So harness their talents and teach them the ABCs of writing. These guidelines follow the recommendations of the America Reads Challenge... more »

How to Help Your Children Get Organized

By ellenmwoods

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Are your children burried under a mountian of toys and clothes? I will give you a few tried and true tips to help your children get orgainized... more »

How to Help Your Son Advance in Boy Scouts

By scouterclay

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When a boy joins Boy Scouts, many parents want to help their sons advance in rank. But in many ways this is in conflict with how things are done in Scouting. Boy Scouts is boy run and we encourage all Scouts to work with older Scouts on their ... more »

How to Keep Kids Busy Without Toys

By Mel Marzan

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Kids love to run and jump and shake. Active play like this offers great interaction for parents and stimulates the imagination of a child. It can also offer a giggle for a child who might get fussy while you’re out and about. Read on to find out ... more »

How to Keep your Kids in Bed at Night

By Wildscribe

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We love are kids, but bedtime is always a struggle for many parents who just can't keep their kids from wanting one more story, one more hug, and just one more glass of water. To keep them in bed... give them permission to get up... more »

How to make a difference

By Chaos1187

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Ever say to yourself, "But I'm just one person, what can I do?" Hitler was just one person, look what he did. Ok bad example, but the point is YOU can make a difference and this article is designed to inform you how... more »

How to Make Your Baby Laugh With a Spoon and a Couch

By joyful327

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Laughter is the best medicine! Here is a fun way to help your little one laugh. Enjoy!.. more »

How to Manage Your Time

By xrayness

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If you are reading this article, then you probably have a hard time with time management. Are you always late to meetings, appointments and dates? Then this article will give you some guidance on time management. Everyone gets the same amount of ... more »

How to Name Your Son After Yourself

By jamesbankston

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The birth of a son is often a major event in the life of a man. It stirs up his latest dynastic urges. Since he feels this son will ensure him a measure of immortality, he naturally considers naming the son after himself. But what's the right way ... more »

How to Not Wean Your Baby From The Bottle

By Summer Banks Banks

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Your baby is moving along in life and you believe the time has come to throw out the bottle. Wait, do not throw it out just yet. For many parents, the bottle weaning time is a struggle full of anxiety for both parent and child. This time, do NOT ... more »

How to Pick a No-Fuss Pet for Kids

By nashvillebecky

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Is your child begging for a pet, but you're not ready to add a puppy to the household? There are some "pets" that don't shed or take up lots of room, and can prepare your youngster for the bigger responsibility of a dog later on. Plus, these ... more »

How to Plan for Boomerang Kids

By eHow Parenting Editor

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The term "boomerang kids" says it all. They leave home--then they come back. With a dicey job market and skyrocketing housing costs, more and more young adults are moving back into their parents' home temporarily. If yours are among them, take ... more »

How to Prepare a Blue Colored Food Night for your Kids

By Kristina N

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Having a one-colored food night is a great way to start a new family tradition, celebrate an event, or just have fun. My youngest daughter helped inspire the foods for this celebration... more »

How to Prepare Children for a Parent's Deployment

By JanCast2007

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Military deployments are difficult for every person directly related to the services member, and are especially hard on dependent children. Children do not always comprehend and understand the reasons why their parent has chosen to dedicate ... more »

How to Provide for your Baby on a Tight Budget

By Ellis Christina

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New parents are often overwhelmed with the responsibilities of parenthood. Babies require much time, effort and financial obligation. Here are some tips for new parents on a budget to help ease some of the pressures and allow you to settle into ... more »

How to Raise a Calm Cat

By VickyWard

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Some people should never own a cat (heavy travelers, irresponsible party animals, people who live alone and are gone more than 10 hours a day on a regular basis), and you should know who you are. If you can be the parent to a cat for 15-20 ... more »

How to Relax as a Stay-at-Home Mom

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Anyone who has experienced life as a stay-at-home mom knows that the phrase “stay-at-home” is almost laughable. Stay-at-home moms are never home! Coffee is consumed in travel mugs and days are filled with doctors, dentists and diapers. Relax? Is ... more »

How to Respond to "Who's the Real Mom?"

By Beren deMotier

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How many times have you been out with your spouse and your beloved new offspring, only to get confronted by a total stranger asking, “Who’s the real mom?” Kudos to those lesbian moms who shrug it off with a smile. For those in need of a snappy ... more »

How to Save Money When Preparing for Baby

By Jennon

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Babies are big business, but it's important not to get carried away with all the fascinating gadgets and "must have" lists in the baby magazines. Remember that new moms are a big marketing target, so bring your common sense with you when you shop... more »

How to Stay Away From Phthalates in Toys

By eHow Parenting Editor

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If you've heard about the threat of diisononyl phthalate used as a softening agent in teethers, you may wonder about the safety of junior chewing on that favorite plastic toy. Even though scientists disagree on how dangerous phthalates are for ... more »

How to stop temper tantrums

By mamie52

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Have a child that just misbehaves all the time? Maybe this will help!.. more »

How to survive a shooting attack anywhere

By torque63

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Nobody knows how they will react in dire circumstances when the lives of their loved ones or themselves are threatened by a shooter in a public place. I will share with you some tips that might help you get out of harms way... more »

How to talk to a child with attention problems

By MidniteWriter

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Raising a family is difficult enough without adding challenges. Do not go running off to a private school just yet! Even if your child (or other kids) have attention or other behavior problems. Here are some helpful, unique phrases and tips ... more »

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