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51 Things a Boy should Know How to do



 Due to the vast number of people googling this topic and finding my site, I felt that I should pass on what I learned as a boy. Some of these were taught to me and others I learned by necessity. They are in no particular order and no in-depth research was performed to compile this list. It is in no way comprehensive and I would love for you to add to it in the comment section. Enjoy. (That is my dad and me in the photo. He taught me most of these things.)





Every boy should know...


1.  How to change a tire


2.  How to tie on a fishing lure


3.  How to open a checking account


4.  How to open a savings account


5.  How to buy stocks online


6.  How to save money


7.  How to change a spark plug


8.  How to change you own oil


9.  How to make your bed


10.  How to clean your room


11.  How to wash your own dishes


12.  How to cook your own meal


13.  How to pay your own bills


14.  How to buy your own car


15.  How to wash your own car


16.  How to wire a car stereo system


17.  How to hook up an entertainment system


18.  How to use a compass


19.  How to use a GPS


20.  How to ask for directions


21.  How to make a toast


22.  How to be a good leader


23.  How to be a good follower


24.  How to hand write a “thank you” letter


25.  How to work a crowd


26.  How to start a campfire


27.  How to pray


28.  How to study your Bible


29.  How to say the blessing in front of a crowd


30.  How to play an instrument


31.  How to throw a spiral football


32.  How to treat a lady


33.  How to act on a date


34.  How to act at church


35.  How to act at a funeral


36.  How to dance at a wedding


37.  How to cut fire wood


38.  How to take good pictures


39.  How to camp out in the woods


40.  How to train a dog


41.  How to mow a lawn


42.  How to use a weed-eater


43.  How to build something with a hammer


44.  How to read instructions to assemble something


45.  How to make the right choices


46.  How to get back up when you fall


47.  How to say “no”


48.  How to stand up for what is good and right


49.  How to lead and protect your family


50.  How to respect you parents


51.  How to cherish your past and plan for your future


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