INPUT ARTICLE: Article: After the glue has dried, take your fabric band and wrap it around the center of your pouch so that it crosses over the pouch opening. Then, adjust the band to determine where you will need to trim it. Keep in mind that the band should be loose enough to allow your pencils to fit inside the pouch, but tight enough to create a bow effect. Try adjusting the fabric to see what length works best. When you have found the ideal length, trim off the excess fabric. When you have finished attaching your Velcro, put your pencils into the pencil case and secure the band. Then, flip over the case and adjust the material on the other side to make it look more like a bow. Your bow pencil case is now complete!

SUMMARY: Measure the band and cut off excess fabric. Use your pencil case.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Every school has a different set of rules that outline what you are allowed to wear. Although these rules vary, most schools require you to dress on the conservative side, and never show your midriff. Check out your specific school rules in the school handbook, or by asking an administrator at the school. Although you might be tempted to wear your best Friday night outfit to school, you have to remember that school is not a party. You are better off dressing comfortably. Regardless of the dress code, conservative outfits that are cute and casual are always the best option. If you show up to school too formally, others might think you are trying too hard. Keep in mind, you want to dress in a way that allows your teachers to have respect for you and not be distracted by your revealing clothes. Any attention you receive for your clothes should be positive, and not because your shirt is ultra low, or your pants are too tight. You do not want to find yourself breaking school rules and getting in trouble for inappropriate clothes. School is a professional atmosphere, so you should dress the part. Always check your clothes throughout the year for a proper fit. A top that may have once fit you perfectly, might now be riding a little too high on your stomach. Use these steps to check your clothes before you leave the house: Raise your arms in the air, and if your stomach shows, do not wear it to school. Bend over and touch your toes to check your pants. If you find that your underwear sits higher than the top of your pants, it may be time to get rid of them. Bend over, and check the top of your shirt. If you have a lot of cleavage showing, pick a shirt that is more conservative. Do not wear a shirt that shows your bra strap. Many schools require you to have at least three fingers of coverage on your shoulders. Check the length of your skirt, dress, or shorts by putting your arms straight down by your side. If the length is shorter than your finger tips, it is not appropriate for school.

SUMMARY: Follow the school dress code. Dress casually. Be sure your clothes fit well.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Wasting water is one of the biggest ways individuals impact the health of the planet. Taking measures to use less water is something you can start doing right away. If you live in an area with a water shortage, this is even more important for the health of your region's environment. Try to check off as many items as possible from this list: Check and fix any water leaks. A leaky faucet can waste a lot of water. Install water-saving devices on your faucets and toilets. A low-flow showerhead could be a good start. Don't wash dishes with the water running continuously. Use a method that requires less water to get the dishes clean. Turn off washing machine's water supply to prevent leaks. It doesn't need to be on all the time. Replace old toilets with new ones that use a lot less water. Wash and dry only full loads of laundry and dishes. Doing a half-load wastes water. Don't use too much water to water your lawn. Don't leave the faucet running while you brush your teeth. Chemicals used to wash our bodies, homes, cars and everything else get washed down the drain or absorbed in the grass, and eventually, end up in the water supply. Since most people use heavy-duty chemicals for all sorts of things, chemicals are doing real damage to waterways and aquatic life. The chemicals aren't good for humans, either, so do your best to cut back on them. Here's how: Learn about alternatives to household cleaning items that do not use hazardous chemicals. For example, using a solution of 1/2 white vinegar and 1/2 waterworks as well as most commercial cleaners for basic cleaning jobs. Baking soda and salt are cheap, non-toxic cleansers, but should be used in moderation. When no good alternatives to a toxic item exist, determine the least amount required for an effective, sanitary result and use a minimal amount each time you clean. Paying close attention to the requisite amount will help you reduce and also save money. Instead of using chemical-laden shampoos and soaps, try making your own. Instead of using pesticides and herbicides, find natural ways to get rid of weeds and pests. Paint, motor oil, ammonia, and a host of other chemicals should not be poured down the drain or directly into the ecosystem. They'll soak into the earth and end up in the groundwater. Contact your local sanitation department to find out about best practices for disposing of hazardous waste and toxic chemicals. Individuals can only do so much when it comes to keeping water clean. Businesses and industries are often the culprits when it comes to water pollution. In order to protect the earth's water, concerned citizens should speak up and find ways to stop pollution at its source. Join a local environmental group that works to clean up the water in your area, whether it's a river, lake or ocean. Contact your local representative to speak up about your views on keeping water chemical-free. Volunteer to help clean up beaches or riverbanks. Help others get involved in efforts to clean up the water in your area.

SUMMARY: Conserve water at home. Use fewer chemicals. Dispose of toxic waste the right way. Help identify large-scale water polluters.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: To start, lie on the floor with both hands on your stomach. Inhale deeply, and let the breath puff out your stomach so that your hands rise above your chest. Then, exhale gradually. Let your deflating belly carry your hands back to the starting position. In order to sing well, you'll need to override some of the natural rhythms of your breath. It's common to make mistakes when you're trying to focus on breathing and singing at the same time. Catch yourself when you are trying to hold in too much air or trying to exhale it too quickly. Avoid "tanking up." Many beginning singers try to breathe too deeply, filling up their lungs as much as possible to avoid running out of air. Don't focus on volume focus on efficiency. Exhale as steadily as possible to preserve your air. Avoid "pushing air." A heightened focus on your breath might cause you to breathe out forcefully. Be sure to let the air out gradually. Take the time to focus on your breath.

SUMMARY:
Work on breathing with your belly. Correct impatient breath habits.