Your poor toy may be covered with gross lint from over-playing with it. When you vacuum your stuffed animal, it removes the dust and dirt. It's like an air shower! If the animal is way too dirty for vacuuming, give your toy a bath by putting it in the washing machine, or you can hand wash it yourself. Just be sure to read the washing instructions for your toy. Nobody wants a naked toy! The best store to buy clothes will be toy stores or places that let you make a bear/stuffed toy. If they have a cut or tear, stitch them up. If you don't know how, ask around your family and friends. It's kind of like going to the doctor's for stuffed animals.
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One-sentence summary -- Vacuum or clean the animal regularly. Get or make your stuffed animal some clothes or accessories for it. Stitch them up carefully when needed or else they'll be all worn out.

Reading specialists are teachers who have special training in helping students who struggle with reading. If your school has a reading specialist on staff, request that your child regularly work with them. If your school doesn't retain a specialist, you can look for one on your own. Advertise on community notice boards for a private tutor. Specify that you are looking for a reading specialist. An SLP can help your child with a wide range of issues, such as comprehension and communication. You can ask your doctor for a referral to an SLP who specializes in dyslexia. They will work with your child one on one to address their specific challenges. Ask the staff at your school to recommend a tutor who has lots of experience working with dyslexic students. You want to find one with experience in multisensory language education (MSLE). The tutor should set clear goals and provide you with regular updates. Students can usually benefit from tutoring starting in 2nd or 3rd grade. Try to set a tutoring schedule of 2-3 times a week for 1 hour.
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One-sentence summary -- Find a reading specialist for your child. Take your child to a speech-language pathologist (SLP). Hire a private tutor.

If you know you need to wear an N95 mask, shave off all facial hair. It can get in the way of the mask and prevent a tight, sealed fit, which will compromise the effectiveness of the mask. If it's an emergency situation and you don't have time to shave, fit the mask on as best you can. Use soap and water and dry your hands well so you don't get the mask wet. This will prevent you from accidentally contaminating your mask before you put it on. Place the mask in the palm of your hand so that the straps face the floor. Set it over your nose and mouth with the nosepiece fitting over the bridge of your nose. The bottom should go just under your chin. Try to touch only the outside and edges of the mask to keep it clean. If your mask has two straps, pull the bottom one over your head and secure it around your neck, just under your ears. Continue to hold the mask tightly against your face with the other hand. Then, pull the top strap over and set it above your ears. Set your first 2 fingertips on either side of the metal nose clip at the top of your mask. Run your fingers down both sides of the strip, molding it along the bridge of your nose. If your mask doesn't have a nosepiece, simply make sure the fit is tight and snug around your nose. N95 masks are not designed for children and won't fit correctly on them. Instead, keep children inside as much as possible if air quality is poor. Take extra precautions in case of flu outbreaks, such as having kids wash their hands before meals and after sneezing or coughing. You can also try using masks made specifically for children, although they won't be N95-designated. Don't use an N95 mask on children younger than age 17-18. Older teenagers can try on an N95 mask to test the fit and comfort. If it fits well and forms a tight seal, have them try walking around with it, paying close attention to any feelings of dizziness or difficulty breathing. If these symptoms occur, have them remove the mask and go inside.
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One-sentence summary -- Trim your facial hair before wearing your mask, when possible. Wash your hands well before putting on your mask. Cup the mask in one hand and place it over your mouth and nose. Pull the bottom and top straps over your head. Mold the nose piece around the bridge of your nose. Look for alternate solutions for children.

Determine whether the two variables are directly proportional: xy=6{\displaystyle xy=6}. Remember that if the variables are directly proportional, they will follow the pattern y=kx{\displaystyle y=kx}. Use algebra to rewrite the equation. Isolate the y{\displaystyle y} variable by dividing each side by x{\displaystyle x}:xyx=6x{\displaystyle {
rac {xy}{x}}={
rac {6}{x}}}y=61x{\displaystyle y=6{
rac {1}{x}}} Assess whether the rewritten equation follows the pattern y=kx{\displaystyle y=kx}. In this instance, the equation does not, so the variables are not directly proportional. In fact, they are inversely proportional. Are the variables directly proportional?xy1339927{\displaystyle {egin{matrix}x&y\\hline \1&3\3&9\9&27\end{matrix}}} Determine the growth of x{\displaystyle x}. Do this by finding the factor you multiply the first x-coordinate by to reach the second coordinate:1k=3{\displaystyle 1k=3}1k1=31{\displaystyle {
rac {1k}{1}}={
rac {3}{1}}}k=3{\displaystyle k=3}So, the x-coordinate grows by factor of 3. Determine the growth of y{\displaystyle y}:3k=9{\displaystyle 3k=9}3k3=93{\displaystyle {
rac {3k}{3}}={
rac {9}{3}}}k=3{\displaystyle k=3}So, the y-coordinate grows by factor of 3. Compare the factor, or constant, of the two variables. They both grow by a factor of 3. Therefore, the variables are directly proportional. Does the graph show direct proportion between variables? Note whether the line is straight. Since the equation of the line is in slope-intercept form, it has a constant slope, meaning the line is straight. So potentially, the variables are directly proportional. Determine the y-intercept. If the variables are directly proportional, the line will pass through the point (0,0){\displaystyle (0,0)}. The y-intercept of this line is the point (0,3){\displaystyle (0,3)}. So, the variables are not directly proportional.
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Look at the equation. Consider the following set of points. Consider a graph of the line y=4x+3{\displaystyle y=4x+3}.