Write an article based on this "Give younger kids a coloring book. Encourage kids to draw. Find craft projects to do online or in books."
article: Coloring books are a great low-energy activity for little kids. Just give them a book and some crayons, markers, or colored pencils. You don't have to buy coloring books from a store. Search online for free coloring book pages that you can print out. If you don't have a home computer or printer, find out if your local library has any available for use. There isn't an age limit for coloring books, but most children lose interest by the end of elementary school. Offer to color with older children to get them interested in the project. You can engage with a child who is coloring by asking questions. For children from ages 3 through 5, try asking the names of the colors being used. You can also ask about the picture being colored: "What/Who is that?" "What if we color this lighter or darker?" "Should we blend colors?" Be sure to provide only water soluble, non-toxic coloring utensils. Avoid markers and pens when using commercial coloring books. Many coloring books are printed on a type of paper that markers can bleed through, ruining the picture on the next page. People of all ages love to draw. Give the kids some printer paper or a sketch book and some drawing utensils. Toddlers can enjoy "drawing" with scribbles. Encourage them to develop their creativity and motor skills. While a child is drawing, ask about the picture being made. Don't directly ask what the drawing is "supposed" to be, since this may discourage a child. Instead, ask the child to tell you about what he or she is drawing. Older kids may not like being asked so many questions. Save them for when the child shows you a finished drawing. You can provide a drawing prompt for older children or ask them to illustrate a story. There are thousands of different activities children of all ages can enjoy. Check out websites and blogs run by parents and teachers for ideas. These can be time-honored traditions or completely unique projects. Some examples are: Paper crafts like snowflakes Making pet rocks Fingerpaints Store-bought crafts like models and jewelry kits

Write an article based on this "Plant your vinca minor when temperatures are around 24 to 38C (75 to 100F). Choose planting locations at least 3 feet (0.91m) from boundaries. Select a planting location with 3 to 6 hours of daily sunlight."
article: Hardiness zones 4-8 are the optimal regions for periwinkle growth. In terms of temperatures, plants hardy to zones 4-8 can withstand a minimum temperature of 30 to 37F (34 to 38C) once they are established. Vinca minor thrives best in 24 to 38C (75 to 100F) daytime temperatures, while nighttime temperatures should be between 20 to 24C (68 to 75F). Although temperature is important, vinca minor is a hardy plant that can successfully thrive in a wide range of temperatures. Look at the worldwide U.S. plant hardiness zones here: http://www.plantsdb.gr/en/general-cultivation/hardiness-zones/274-hardiness-zones-map. Avoid planting vinca minor close to its boundariesthey are trailing and shallow-rooted, which can easily turn them into invasive plants. Focus on regions close to concrete paths and sidewalks to check its growth. But remember: sometimes it will even grow over these regions. Avoid planting vinca minor next to natural areas to prevent disruption of local habitat. Also known as partial sunlight, this exposure can be continuous or intermittent. This term is interchangeable with the term partial shade. Too much sunlight leads to decreased vigor of your vinca minor plants.

Write an article based on this "Learn about the condition. Ask your boyfriend about his experiences. Put yourself in your boyfriend's shoes when you feel frustrated. Keep the positives in mind. Remember to communicate. Separate the symptoms from the person."
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This is vital to developing empathy. Browse some websites that talk about ADD or ADHD. Get pamphlets from a local therapist's office. You can ask your boyfriend to refer you to reading materials, as he may know great places to read up on the conditions. People with ADD/ADHD may struggle to pay attention. Your boyfriend may zone out during conversations, for example, or struggle to sit still through a movie. People with ADD/ADHD may also be forgetful. If your boyfriend got the time wrong for a dinner date, he may have been listening to you earlier. He simply forgot the information. ADD and ADHD may cause poor organizational skills, so if you clean up after your boyfriend a lot, that's not necessarily because he's being rude. He just may struggle to keep up. People with ADD and ADHD may be more emotional and impulsive. Your boyfriend may suddenly blurt things out and may have a slight temper. It may be difficult to have a calm conversation with someone with ADD or ADHD. Talking with your boyfriend and asking him questions about his experiences with ADD or ADHD can also help you to gain valuable perspective. Some questions you might ask him to get a better sense of how ADD or ADHD affects him include: What is hardest about living with ADHD? Does it ever affect your emotions? Do you take medication? If so, how does the medication make you feel? Is there anything I can do to help? This is important to understanding your boyfriend's experience. When your boyfriend is frustrating you, pause for a second and consider his perspective. It is difficult to live with ADHD or ADD day in and day out. If your boyfriend is frustrating you, imagine how frustrated he must feel at himself. For example, you're angry because your boyfriend could not get out the door in time for a movie as he kept getting distracted along the way. While this is frustrating for you, think how your boyfriend must feel. He probably feels mad at himself for letting you down, and frustrated he's unable to manage his symptoms well enough for a simple movie date. You were probably drawn to your boyfriend for a reason. He is not completely defined by his ADD/ADHD. Try to remember why you like being with him when things get frustrating. Try making a mental list of everything you like about your boyfriend. Does he always make you laugh? Is he more tolerant of your grouchiness after work? Does he do nice things for you, like bring you coffee in the morning? If you remember why you're in the relationship, this can quell any feelings of resentment you have. You will be able to feel more empathetic for someone if you remember why you value them. Resentment can build up if you do not communicate regularly. Resentment can destroy empathy, so if something's bothering you, discuss it. Never make assumptions during a conversation. You do not understand why someone behaved the way they did without asking. Do not say, "You just don't care, which is why you never remember to take out the garbage. It's disrespectful." Instead, say, "Is there a reason you're having trouble remembering to take out the garbage?" When your boyfriend talks, listen actively. Do not interrupt. If you need clarification, wait until your boyfriend's done talking and say something like, "I'm not entirely sure what you mean. Could you explain more?" Also, remember to laugh. Miscommunications are inevitable, and facing them with good humor can help reduce tension. If you're in a relationship with someone with ADD/ADHD, a lot of this person's actions can be read the wrong way. If your boyfriend interrupts you in mid-sentence, you may think he's not interested in what you have to say. If your boyfriend is 15 minutes late to a date, you may think he does not care about your time. These are symptoms of ADD/ADHD and do not necessarily speak to your boyfriend's character. It can take a long time for symptoms to be managed properly. There will be struggles along the way. In moments of frustration, say to yourself, "This is his ADHD. This is not him." Remember, you're with this person for a reason. If he's struggling to manage his ADHD/ADD at the moment, this is not a permanent situation. Once symptoms are more under control, you'll be able to focus more on his good qualities.