Fix to a common problem? I think

[queen_mo]

I'm a crocheter at heart (don't hate me), and I've just started knitting; I've done a dishcloth. I'd like to make a simple hooded pullover for my son, but I have a quick question before I start.
How do I fix that ugly oversized loop at the end of a row? And why does it do that?
I really want to stick with knitting until I've mastered it, but its so tempting to just crochet him a sweater instead.
Help!

[Ingrid]

The ugly loop at the end is common, since the stitch isn't connected to anything at one side. You can make a point to