In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Caterpillars do not require an elaborate enclosure to keep them safe and healthy. A one-gallon jar, fish tank or reptile enclosure will all work fine. Make sure the container has a cover and allows air to flow in and out. Line the bottom of the container with paper towels to make it easy to clean. Cheesecloth can be used as a lid for enclosures that don't have a top. Caterpillars cannot chew through cheesecloth but it allows air to travel in and out of the enclosure. If you are going to poke holes in a lid or enclosure to allow airflow, be sure the holes are very small or the caterpillar may find a way to escape through them. Caterpillars need sticks and twigs to crawl around on, and eventually, to hang off of as they enter their pupae stage. Adding sticks and twigs will also make your caterpillar feel more comfortable and at home. Make sure to place some of the sticks upright, leaned against the wall or top of the enclosure to give your caterpillar a place to climb. Place some sticks on their sides on the bottom of the enclosure as well. Once you have the enclosure prepared, give it a once over to make sure it looks safe for your new caterpillar friend. Caterpillars can easily injure themselves or get trapped if an enclosure isn't safely put together. Caterpillars can easily get cut by sharp edges in their enclosure. Make sure the areas around holes you punch are bent or sanded over so they can't injure the caterpillar. Look at the ways your sticks are positioned to ensure the caterpillar couldn't easily get trapped under or between them. If you have more than one caterpillar in your enclosure, it's important that you provide each caterpillar with enough space to thrive. Make sure there is at least three times the body size of each caterpillar in the enclosure. If you plan to use the same enclosure for the caterpillars until they hatch into butterflies, you need to ensure there is enough room for them to expand their wings when they emerge from their cocoons.
Summary: Choose a container for your caterpillar. Add sticks or twigs to your habitat. Make sure the enclosure is safe for your caterpillar. Ensure there is enough space if you have more than one caterpillar.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Students aren't the only ones who get to pick out a back-to-school outfityou want your first day outfit to express your personality while making you look professional and confident. Pick out an outfit you'll be comfortable in, such as a summer dress with a sweater over it or linen slacks and a nice shirt. Wear comfortable shoes that breathe, especially if the weather is still warm. Follow the school dress code for teachers, if applicable. You want your students to walk through the door, see the classroom, and feel excited about learning. Try to add some color to the room by hanging colorful posters on the wall or adding 1 or 2 vibrant rugs. Adding things like bean bag chairs or standing lamps creates a sense of comfort in the room as well. You might choose a color scheme, such as turquoise and yellow, for your room and decorate the room with those colors. Add things like lights, colorful bins, educational posters, and window decorations. While your classroom should have color in it, don't overdo ittoo much stimulation on the walls can affect a student's focus. You can do this individually with each student as they walk in the door, as well as in a whole-group setting once everyone is seated. Tell the class a little bit about yourself, staying positive and showing your excitement for the year. Tell your students what they should call you, and write your name on the board so they learn how to spell it. Include exciting things you have planned for the class over the school year in your introduction to get the students excited about what's to come. While it's important for your students to see you as an authority figure, you also want to create a connection with them as people. Tell your students a little bit about your life and what sort of things you like. By giving them a little information about yourself, your students will be more likely to open up to you. Include things like where you're from, what you did over the summer, and if you have any pets or favorite foods. Create a visual that shows your likes and dislikes, which could be an example of a get-to-know-your-class activity that each student makes as well. You can do this as a group by asking students to share things with the class such as their name, a fun thing they did over the summer, and what they're looking forward to this year. Or, you might choose to make it a more private sharing of information, with the students filling out a questionnaire or making a piece of artwork about themselves. Consider playing a game that helps the students (and yourself!) learn each other's names. While some teachers may choose to be strict and serious, smiling creates a warm environment where your students feel comfortable coming to you. Have fun while teaching and give off positive vibesif you smile, your students will be smiling too! Portray positive body language by standing up straight, looking your students in the eyes, and smiling genuine smiles whenever possible. Smiling also projects a confidence and warmth that shows your students you're approachable. Your students will be able to tell if you feel nervous or uncomfortable while teaching. Try to let go of any uncertainties and relax so that you're able to teach your students most effectively. Let your personality shine through and show your students how excited you are to teach them!
Summary: Dress professionally yet comfortably. Design your classroom to be bright and cheerful. Introduce yourself to the class. Make a personal connection with the students. Ask the students to share information about themselves. Smile often to encourage your students to have fun while learning. Be yourself!

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If you shy away from compliments because you don't want to appear conceited or full of yourself, recognize that you deserve recognition. It's not conceited to accept a compliment. If someone points out that you look nice or did a great job on a project, acknowledge that you put work into it and that they are recognizing you. For example, if you put a lot of work into a presentation and someone says, "Great presentation!" acknowledge your hard work by saying, "Thanks! I worked hard on it." You might feel tempted to disagree with the comment as a way to appear humble. However, by saying things like, "It was nothing" or, "Don't mention it," you downplay your role, the compliment, and the person giving it. Besides, the person might feel rejected if you disagree. For example, if someone compliments your clean house, resist the urge to say, "I haven't cleaned in a week. It looks horrible!" This might make them feel bad or that you think they are sloppy. Take a moment and reflect on the compliments you receive. Whether you believe them or not, take the chance to see how others see you. You might learn something about yourself or the work you do and feel more positively. For example, if you often receive compliments about your job performance, that means that other people are noticing the great work you do. Understand that your self-evaluations will tend to be harsher or more demanding than other people's evaluations of you. If you find yourself constantly second-guessing compliments, maybe there is something you need to change about your self-evaluations. If you feel good about yourself, you may feel good when someone else notices something positive about you. Increasing your self-esteem can make you less resistant to compliments. Do this by thinking positively about yourself and recognizing your worth. For example, write down the things you like about yourself and think about them when you feel low.
Summary:
Own your strengths. Avoid disconfirming the compliment. See yourself the way that others see you. Boost your self-esteem.