Books for Children
Fleabag and the Ring’s End Beth Webb More stories of Fleabag, the talking cat--star of this wonderful set of 3 books. Ages 8-13, 208 pages, paper-back 07459 44116, £3.99 | The little White House Elizabeth Goudge A fairy tale and winner of the Carnegie Medal. Ages 8-12, 240 pages, paper-back 07459 45783, £4.99 |
My Very First Christmas Book Lois Rock and Alec Ayliffe A big, bright book, which presents the story simply, and delightfully for very young children. Ages 0-3, 12 pages, 200mmx200mm, board 07459 40560, £4.99 | First Festival: Christmas Lois Rock An all-in-one book to help grown-ups and children prepare their Christmas celebration together. Presents, activities and customs. Ages 5-8, 48 pages, 290mmx250mm, hardback 07459 39074, £8.99 |
Star of Wonder Pat Alexander A wonderful collection of Christmas stories and poems. Full of lively pages to read and enjoy. Ages 7-12, 224 pages, paperback 07459 39323, £4.99 | The Not-So-Wise Man Alan MacDonald and Andrew Rowland We all know about the 3 Wise Men who traveled to Bethlehem and discovered the baby Jesus Christ. This is the tale of another one, who always missed the point. Ages 5-9, 32 pages, 270mm×210mm, hardback. 07459 38922, £8.99 |
1. If you want to make a Christmas plan together with your children, which book do you prefer?
A.Star of Wonder | B.The Not-So-Wise Man |
C.First Festival: Christmas | D.My Very First Christmas Book |
A.07459 40560. | B.07459 38922. |
C.07459 45783. | D.07459 44116. |
A.Pat Alexander. | B.Beth Webb. |
C.Lois Rock. | D.Elizabeth Goudge. |
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【推荐1】BBC: Top 4 Wonderful English Novels
Great Expectations
By Charles Dickens, 1861
Mrs Dalloway
By Virginia Woolf, 1925
Middlemarch
By George Eliot, 1874
Wuthering Heights
By Emily Bronte, 1847
1. Which of the following might be the purest British novel?
A.Great Expectations. | B.Mrs Dalloway. |
C.Wuthering Heights. | D.Middlemarch. |
A.In 1847. | B.In 1861. | C.In 1874. | D.In 1925. |
A.Its plot is very simple. |
B.It describes the hero’s events in one day. |
C.It is powered by more psychological energy than any other book. |
D.It is the greatest social and psychological novel written in English. |
A.George Eliot. | B.Virginia Woolf. |
C.Emily Bronte. | D.Charles Dickens. |
【推荐2】To the delight of bookworms, anyone who has ever told you burying your head in a book means you’re being unsociable will have to cat their wards. A new study suggests those who regularly read,especially fiction,are actually nicer and more empathetic(善解人意)people.
The study, carried out by Kingston University London, and presented at the British Psychological Society conference in Brighton, UK, last week, also found that those who just watched television seemed to be less kind and understanding of other people.
For the study, the researchers questioned 123 people on their preferences for books.TV shows, and plays. They were also quizzed about the type of entertainment they preferred from comedy or romance to drama. Then they were tested on their interpersonal skills. The researchers asked them about their behavior towards others, whether they understood and respected others’ points of view, and whether they actively belted other people.
Drawing on these responses sheet, the researchers found some mind-boggling results. They discovered that those who read more showed greater positive social behavior and a better ability to empathize with others, while those who preferred watching TV didn’t show the same ability to empathize and were more likely to show unsociable behavior.
They also found the forms of fiction people preferred were linked to their interpersonal skills and behavior. Those who preferred fiction displayed the most positive social skills. Romance and drama lovers showed the ability to see others’ points of view, while comedy fans were particularly. Able to relate to others the most.
The researchers concluded that those who read fiction regularly are more well-adapted to see things from other people’s points of view, which makes them better at understanding people. However, they do acknowledge that their study didn’t conclude if the effects are causal-does reading make you nicer and more empathetic, or do more empathetic people tend to read fiction? Even so. picking up a book can’t hurt, and might just make the world a nicer place.
1. How did the researchers conduct the research?A.By making questionnaire surveys. | B.By comparing experiment statistics. |
C.By observing participants’ behaviors. | D.By referring to previous study reports. |
A.Embarrassing. | B.Rewarding. | C.Amazing. | D.Disappointing. |
A.Reading fiction and comedy. | B.Enjoying romance and drama. |
C.Taking part in social activities. | D.Watching plays on social media. |
A.All people support the research result. | B.Further study is needed on this subject. |
C.The nicer and kinder people like reading. | D.Reading can help people make more friends. |
【推荐3】BBC:Top 4 Wonderful English Novels
Great Expectations
By Charles Dickens, 1861
Great Expectations might be the purest British novel. To re-read Dickens’s classic as an adult is to discover its wit and brio (生动), its influence and its truth. Its plot is wonderful. It is a work about love.
Mrs Dalloway
By Virginia Woolf, 1925
This is a novel with a long stream of consciousness (意识流). Its plot is simple. It describes the hero’s events in one day, from buying flowers in the morning and preparing for the party to the end of it.
Middlemarch
By George Eliot, 1874
Middlemarch, a novel of great characters, is an even greater novel of ideas and ideals. It is the greatest social and psychological (心理的) novel ever written in English.
Wuthering Heights
By Emily Bronte, 1847
Wuthering Heights is powered by more psychological energy than any other book ever written. Readers love it not only because of its layered narrative structure (叙述结构), but also its incredible (惊人的) imagination.
1. Which of the following might be the purest British novel?A.Great Expectations. | B.Mrs Dalloway. |
C.Wuthering Heights. | D.Middlemarch. |
A.In 1847. | B.In 1861. | C.In 1874. | D.In 1925. |
A.Its plot is very simple. |
B.It describes the hero’s events in one day. |
C.It is powered by more psychological energy than any other book. |
D.It is the greatest social and psychological novel written in English. |
A.George Eliot. | B.Virginia Woolf. |
C.Emily Bronte. | D.Charles Dickens. |
【推荐1】Here is a list of four upcoming book festivals. Registration is either just opening or hasn’t quite opened up yet and not all of the festivals have finalized their attendee lists, but it’s never too early to plan which ones you’d like to attend!
THE IMAGINARIUM BOOK FESTIVAL Washington D. C.
The Imaginarium Book Festival celebrates all things fantasy. science fiction, paranormal (超自然的) and fantastical. In addition to a lecture where authors will answer your questions, you’ll get to meet and acquire signed books from your favorite authors.
BOOK BONANZA Grapevine, Texas
Book Bonanza, started by Colleen Hoover and her sisters, is a celebration of books. It attracts a huge list of incredible author attendees. What makes Book Bonanza stand out is its charitable focus. All the incomes are donated to charitable causes.
NORTH TEXAS TEEN BOOK FESTIVAL Irving, Texas
The North Texas Teen Book Festival brings authors and readers together to celebrate teen literature and inspire lifelong readers. They have not announced their author attendees yet, since the deadline for submission of the authors has not yet arrived.
SAVANNAH BOOK FESTIVAL Savannah, Georgia
The Savannah Book Festival hosts national, regional, and local authors for author presentations and book signings at seven places across three historic squares in downtown Savannah. But the author lineup has not been shown yet.
1. What can people do at the Imaginarium Book Festival?A.Buy books signed by hosts. | B.Give a lecture about writing novels. |
C.Watch science fiction movies. | D.Ask authors some questions. |
A.It’s celebrated by many directors | B.It invites few famous authors. |
C.It focuses on charity work. | D.It was founded by two sisters. |
A.They haven’t published the list of authors. | B.They haven’t decided on the place yet. |
C.They provide the book signing service | D.They celebrate the youth literature. |
【推荐2】Latest Fitness Industry Statistics
How big is the fitness industry? Total industry receipt was estimated to be $54.2 bn in 2021, down from $96.7 bn in 2019.
Is the fitness industry growing? In receipt terms, this represents a 44% or so decrease to the overall industry. However, sectors (行业) within it (e. g. online training, home equipment) have experienced dramatic growth.
Will this trend continue? No, the industry is already rebounding from recent global events and there are positive great signals that it will continue to grow over the long term.
HEALTH CLUBS
►There are approximately 201,000 health clubs around the world.
►The U.S. has the most clubs at 32,269, followed by Brazil with 29,525.
►There are over 7,000 gyms in the UK.
►However, this data is limited to health clubs only. It doesn’t account for boutique studios, community recreation facilities, or gyms located in other venues such as hotels.
Current Industry Trends
There are several fitness trends that have been consistent over recent years. Functional training, HIIT, and a shift towards holistic wellness all look set to stay for the foreseeable future.
While 2021 saw a new wave of digital trends (online and virtual training both made the top 10), 2022 trends reflect a return to previously popular activities. Wearable tech reclaimed the No. 1 spot, followed by home gyms, outdoor exercise, and free weights.
Millennials (千禧一代) use fitness apps more than other age groups, with women using them twice as much as men. 46% want as much quantifiable data about their health as possible, and 54% are likely to buy a body-analyzing device.
1. Which country has the second most health clubs?A.US. | B.Brazil. | C.UK. | D.China. |
A.Wearable tech. | B.Home gyms. | C.Free weights. | D.Virtual training. |
A.Women are healthier than men. |
B.Most of them need data about their health. |
C.Less than half of them tend to use a body-analyzing device. |
D.They use fitness apps most compared with other age groups. |
【推荐3】If you’ve ever needed an excuse to bury yourself in a really good book, now is the time, 2021 is filled with page-turners, must-reads and novels with beautiful sentences. That’s why we’ve rounded up our favorite stories of the new year. If it’s out now, get your copy; if not, get ready to pre-order.
Outlawed
Price: $26. 00, $18. 18 (30%off)
Welcome to the new feminist (女权主义) world. Anna North’s western novel follows Ada, a 17-year-old who has to run away from her town after she’s unable to get pregnant (怀孕) a year into marriage. It features everything you have ever wanted in a read: strange cowgirls, a group of feminist outlaws and more.
The Push
Price: $26. 00, $16. 16 (38%off)
Nothing like a psychological thriller to kick off a new year that is hopefully not as psychologically disturbing as last year. In Aslhley Audrain’s fiction, a new mother begins to doubt not all is right with her baby.
The Wife Upstairs
Price: $27. 99, $19. 09 (32%off)
This modern adaptation of Jane Eyre trades in Gothic mystery for southern secrecy. In Rachel Hawkins’ latest page turner, expect the romance you love in the original tale with all the modern features.
Aftershocks
Price: $26. 00, $16. 86 (35% off)
This one is actually not a fiction book, but we couldn’t not include—it’s that good. Nadia Owusu’s powerful memoir (回忆录) tells her childhood and perhaps an even more meaningful journey, the one to self-discovery.
1. Which of the following books is the cheapest after the discount?A.Aftershocks. | B.Outlawed. |
C.The Push. | D.The Wife Upstairs. |
A.Nadia Owusu. | B.Rachel Hawkins. |
C.Anna North. | D.Ashley Audrain. |
A.It is adapted from Jane Eyre. |
B.It is a thriller about a mother and her baby. |
C.It is a western novel about a feminist. |
D.It tells a writer’s self-discovery journey. |
【推荐1】Hiking Trails(路线)for Families on Long Island
Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park,Oyster Bay
INFO:9 a.m.to 5 p.m.daily;$8 per carload on weekends only
"Nearly half the 409 acres of the former estate of the W.R.Coe family and current state park arboretum(植物园)property is woodland that includes nature walks and a greenhouse,” confirmed by Brian Nearing,an officer at New York State Parks.Expect to see lots of wildlife,from foxes and squirrels to birds of prey,such as red-tailed hawks and great horned owls,a delight for kids.
Connetquot River State Park Preserve,Oakdale
INFO:8 a.m.to 4 p.m.$8 parking fee daily,631-581-1005,parks.ny.gou.
Casey,vice president of the Long Island Greenbelt Trail Conference,recommends this park for families because they can hike any part of the 50 miles.Along the way,hikers at Connetquot River State Park Preserve might see deer,waterfowl and ospreys(鱼鹰)。
Southampton trails
INFO:Park in museum parking lot at 377 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Tpke.,Bridge-hampton.No parking fee.
The Southampton Trail Preservation Society runs many guided trails in the Hamptons, some suitable for even small children.Behind the South Fork Natural History Museum in Bridgehampton is a small field that surrounds around it and usually has butterflies and birds flying about.
Blydenburgh County Park,Hauppauge
INFO:Daun to dusk.Northern entrance is at the end of New Mill Road.No parking fee.
The east side is flat,making the walk very kid-friendly.The west side is a bit more hilly, but both have spectacular water views of the pond.On the east side is also the rowboat license that opens on Memorial Day and benches,as well as picnic tables.When you're at Blyden-burgh County Park,go in the north entrance off New Mill Road near Route 347,where the main office of the Greenbelt Trail Conference is situated.The office can provide information and maps.The start of the trails also is here.
1. Which trail charges for parking every day?A.Southampton trails. |
B.Blydenburgh County Park. |
C.Connetquot River State Park Preserve. |
D.Planting fields Arboretum State Historic Park |
A.They include a lot of guided trails. |
B.There are rare birds along the way. |
C.They cover the longest hiking route. |
D.They re specially designed for small kids. |
A.Many hills lie on the east side. |
B.Maps are offered at the office near the north entrance. |
C.The trails usually start at the east entrance. |
D.A picnic table can be available on the west side. |
【推荐2】Heart disease is one of the major killers in the world today. Many who suffer from it must have heart transplants. However, it’s difficult to get a suitable heart donation, and even if a patient survives the wait, his or her body often rejects the heart.
But there is now new hope for sufferers of heart disease. According to a study published in the journal Advanced Science, researchers from Israel’s Tel Aviv University printed a 3D human heart on April 15.
“This is the first time anyone anywhere has successfully engineered and printed an entire heart,” professor Tal Dvir told CNN. Unlike the previous 3D-printed heart structure, the new heart is complete with cells, blood vessels, chambers and other structures a heart needs to function normally. But scientists still have more to figure out before the 3D-printed heart can be fitted into the body. For one thing, the experimental heart is only the size of a thumb. And, although it can contract like a muscle, it cannot pump out blood like a real one. At present, the heart prototype is like a tiny airplane that has all of the right parts, but can’t fly.
However, the development is still regarded as a major breakthrough in medicine.
In the experiment, the researchers turned human fat tissue into human heart tissue with stem cell technology. The tissue was then turned into “bio-ink” for a 3D printer to ensure that tissue in the heart came from the patients themselves. So ideally, if it were to be placed in the body of someone in need of a transplant, there would be less risk of organ rejection. “Patients will no longer have to wait for transplants or take medications to prevent their rejection,” researchers told USA Today. “Instead, the needed heart will be printed, fully personalized for every patient.”
But the scientists think that 3D printing can be used to create other human organs. They foresee a time when the 3D printing of organs will be an everyday medical practice. “Maybe, in 10 years, there will be organ printers in the finest hospitals around the world and these procedures will be conducted routinely,” Dvir said.
1. Why do scientists have to do further research before fitting the 3D-printed heart into the body?A.Because the heart is incomplete. |
B.Because the heart can’t pump out blood. |
C.Because the heart is an airplane that can’t fly. |
D.Because the heart can’t contract like a muscle. |
A.The needed heart will be printed to meet every patient’s need. |
B.The 3D printing of organs will be an unusual medical practice. |
C.Dvir has a negative attitude towards the future of organ printers. |
D.Patients will need medicines to stop their rejection for their heart transplant. |
A.Organ printers in the hospitals. |
B.How to get a suitable heart donation. |
C.Heart disease: one of the major killers. |
D.A 3D-printed heart: new hope for heart disease sufferers. |
【推荐3】Earthquakes are something that people fear. There are some places that have few or no earthquakes. Some places in the world, however, have them regularly. Countries that have a lot of earthquakes are usually quite mountainous.
The most talked about earthquake in the United States was in San Francisco in 1906. Over 700 people died in it. The strongest one in North America was in1964. It happened in Alaska.
Strong earthquakes are not always the ones that kill the most people. In 1755, one of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded was felt in Portugal. Around 2,000 people died.
In 1923, a very strong earthquake hit Tokyo, Yokohama area of Japan. A hundred and forty thousand people died. Most of them died in fires which followed the earthquake.
One of the worst earthquakes ever was in China in 1976. It killed a large number of people. The worst earthquake ever reported was also in China, in which 830, 000 people were killed. This earthquake happened in 1556.
Earthquakes worry people a lot. The reason is that we often do not know when they are coming. People cannot prepare for them.
1. We can infer from the passage that .A.people are not afraid of earthquakes |
B.only strong earthquakes kill a large number of people |
C.earthquakes happen only in a few places along the coast |
D.a large number of earthquakes often happen next to mountains |
A.500. | B.About 2,000. |
C.830,000. | D.140,000. |
A.1964 ; Alaska. | B.1923; Japan. |
C.1556; China. | D.1976; China. |
A.Earthquakes can cause fires. |
B.Earthquakes often come unexpectedly. |
C.The stronger the earthquake is, the more are killed. |
D.People still don’t know when an earthquake will come. |