Ask a parent if you can gather books you no longer read and sell them to a used bookstore. Your books will find new homes and you'll make some extra money.

Olivia, age 14, North Carolina

Gather a group of friends for this game. One person goes to the other side of the yard or room. She thinks of a movie and says the initials of that movie title. She can also give three clues. When one of the players has a guess for the name of the movie, she can run to her and tell her the name. The first girl to answer correctly gets to think of the next movie.

Karlli, age 12, North Carolina

If you have leftover candy from a parade, Halloween, or a birthday party, use them to make some "candy crumbles." Unwrap the candies and put them in a freezer bag. Ask an adult to hit the bag with a rolling pin until the candy inside is crushed. Sprinkle the candy pieces on ice-cream sundaes or cupcakes. They're even good enough to eat with a spoon!

Emily, age 13, Illinois

Not too hoppy!

Caroline, age 10, South Carolina

If you are in a group working together on a project, get your group members' phone numbers. This will help because you might have a question about the project that can't wait until the next day.

Annie, age 12, North Dakota

I love to write, but sometimes I get stuck. I like to decorate the cover of a blank notebook with magazine clippings, photos of family and favorite places, and drawings. When I have nothing to write about, I look at those pictures and get inspired. The pictures always help me, and they make my notebook look cool, too.

Maria, age 9, New Jersey

Whenever you babysit, be enthusiastic! If a child is telling you a story about school or a favorite activity, listen and ask questions. This will show the child that you care and will make her feel happier.

Maddie, age 11, New Jersey

Turn your bed into a couch. Push your bed against one of your bedroom walls, and lean all of the pillows against the wall instead of putting them at the head of your bed, It will look like a cool, comfy couch-perfect for reading!

Zoe, age 11, New York