Jessie Davidson
Child Care Specialist
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Co-authored Articles (16)
How to
Play Checkers
center Checkers, also known as draughts, is a fun and easy game that dates back to the 12th century. To win a game of checkers, your goal is to capture or block your opponent's pieces so that they can no longer make a mo...
How to
Win the Peg Game
You may have come across the "Peg Game" in a number of restaurants throughout the country. The game consists of a small wooden triangle board with 15 holes in it and 14 pegs. Starting with one empty spot, the player is s...
How to Play Mexican Train Dominoes
Learn to setup and play the classic domino game This wikiHow article will teach you how to play the popular Mexican Train domino game. The object is to accumulate as few points as possible over the 13 games. The player w...
How to Hold a Newborn Baby: Safe and Proper Techniques
Learn the right holds to soothe, feed, or interact with your baby Whether you're a first-time parent holding your baby or a proud relative snuggling the newest addition to your extended family, it's essential to learn ho...
How to Play the Board Game Snakes and Ladders
Learn how to play and win this classic board game from IndiaSnakes and Ladders (also called “Chutes and Ladders”) is a timelessly cool game for both kids and adults. Although it was originally created in ancient Indi...
How to Play Pai Sho: The Ultimate Game Guide for ATLA Fans
Learn Uncle Iroh’s favorite game and its alternate rules“Pai Sho” is a fictional board game featured in the Nickelodeon animated series ''Avatar: The Last Airbender'' (ATLA) and ''The Legend of Korra''. Despite onl...
How to
Earn 100 Dollars in One Week (for Kids)
Earning $100 in one week is hard work, especially since you can’t always get a regular job as a kid. Luckily, you may be able to use the skills that you have to make some cash quickly in your free time. You might be ab...
How to
Bring a Baby to the Movies
Movies are a wonderful, exciting pastime, and movie theaters are perhaps the best way to watch them. While babies can make it more difficult to enjoy a cinema experience, some simple prep-work can help parents get out to...
How to
Play Senet
Senet or (''senat'') may be the oldest board game in the world. The oldest hieroglyphics displaying a senet game date back to 3100 BC. Senet is a two-game player where each player has 5 pieces. The object of senet is to ...
How to
Be Loved by Little Kids
Little kids are adorable, but they can also be intimidating. You might feel like you aren’t good with kids, especially if you haven’t spent a lot of time around them. Fortunately, there are several easy things you ca...
2 Simple Games to Play with a Pop It Fidget Toy
Do you love to pop the bubbles on a Pop It fidget toy when you relax? Well if you want to play with one of your friends, you can use your Pop It board for some easy games for any age. Keep reading for instructions on som...
How to
Have Fun With Your Cousin for a Week
If you are spending the week with your cousin, make sure that they have a good time. If your cousin is visiting from out of town or just has a free week, make some plans to have fun. Spend some time planning ahead to mak...
How to
Put Shoes on a Baby
Most of the problems that arise from trying to put shoes on a baby are related to the fit and style of the shoes. By ensuring that your baby is wearing the proper size and style shoe, you will have a much easier time get...
How to
Write a Letter of Recommendation for a Nanny
Writing a letter of recommendation for a nanny is a nice way to thank a person who has provided quality care for your children and family. It can help your nanny find his or her next job. Know who to address the letter t...
How to
Play Pickle
Pickle is a fun recess game where 2 players try to tag runners as they sprint between bases. Pickle can also refer to Pickleball, which is a game played by 2 teams on a court with a net, similar to tennis. To play either...
How to
Earn Pocket Money
Though it may not be possible to get a proper job just yet, there are still ways for you to earn some spending money while helping your family and community. With a little creative thinking, you can find the perfect mone...
