Will you expect your child to be fond of reading? Here are some good choices for you.
I Used to be a Fish
The book is an entry level popular science book written by Tom Sullivan. A little boy, who was inspired by a fish, fueled by imagination to tell of his own life’s story, which introduces the history of human evolution (进化). The book has been praised by many people in the industry, as well as by many parents.
The Wind in the Willows
The book published in 1908, is a series of animal tales by British writer Kenneth Grahame, at first as bedtime stories for his son. The work, with its vivid descriptions of the countryside and exciting adventures, became a classic of English children’s literature.
Charlotte’s Web
Charlotte’s Web is a children’s book by American author E.B. White, published in 1952. Charlotte, a spider, lost her life to save Wilbur, a pig by writing about his stories in her web (网). Publishers Weekly lists the book as the best selling children’s book of all time.
The Little Prince
The Little Prince was written in 1942 by French Writer Antoine de Saint Exupery. The Little Prince is a pure and blue boy who comes from the solar system. He passed through various stars, and later he arrived at the Earth, trying to find solutions to loneliness and pain.
1. Which book is suitable to read if a child wants to know where human comes from?| A．I Used to be a Fish | B．The Wind in the Willows | C．Charlotte’s Web | D．The Little Prince |
| A．I Used to be a Fish is spoken highly of by many people. |
| B．Charlotte’s Web listed the best book of all time tells the story of friendship. |
| C．The Little Prince is about a sad boy who wants to ease his bad feelings. |
| D．The Wind in the Willows was firstly written for Kenneth’s son as bedtime stories. |
| A．teenagers. | B．parents. | C．teachers. | D．book lovers. |
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【推荐1】Below you will find a profile(概述) of each gap year program. If there is a specific program you are interested in or a question you have regarding these programs, please feel free to contact them directly.
Youth International
Since 1997, Youth International has provided many people with the most exciting and educational experience of their life. It is a learning program that combines international travel, inter-cultural exchange, home stays, volunteer community service work and outdoor adventures.
Phone: 1-720-270-3323
Carpe Diem Education
Through volunteer service, travel and cultural exchange, students of Carpe Diem Education receive a personal insight into themselves and their cultures. We specialize in guiding summer and semester programs for high school students. Each course is carefully crafted to develop leadership and self-awareness within our students, who return home better prepared to be leaders in thought and action.
Phone: 503-285-1800
Center for Interim Programs
Founded in 1980, the Center for Interim Programs is the first independent gap year organization in America.
Based on students’ interests and budget, our experienced teachers help make individual course choices including low cost volunteer options, language programs, research trips and so on. We are committed to helping students find more experiences of formal education and work.
Phone: 413-585-0980
EF Gap Year
An EF Gap Year offers students the ability to explore several countries where you will learn a language, volunteer for a good cause, gain international work experience. Choose between a 12-week semester or 25-week academic year. You can then personalize your program to meet your learning goals and interests by deciding where, when, and how you wish to study on your own. Our well-structured curriculum even allows you to have college-level classes and earn credits toward graduation.
Phone: 1-800-726-9746
1. Which phone number can you dial if you want to improve your leadership?| A．1-720-270-3323. | B．503-285-1800. |
| C．413-585-0980. | D．1-800-726-9746. |
| A．It was founded in 1980. |
| B．It is the first independent gap year organization in the world. |
| C．It’s telephone number is 1-800-726-9746. |
| D．It’s based on the teachers’ interests and budget. |
| A．Its reasonable fee. | B．Its experienced teachers. |
| C．Its flexible study time. | D．Each course is aimed to develop leadership. |
 | Welcome to Fraser Island Your adventure unfolds Once departing Rainbow Beach we start from Inskip Point by vehicle ferry. Watch out for dolphins. Northward bound—travel by 4WD (4 wheel drive) along the endless golden highway of 75 Mile Beach. Swim at crystal clear freshwater LAKE MCKENZIE—famous for its turquoise colors and white sands. Delicious “Aussie style” sizzling bush BBQ with icy cold drinks. Primitive rainforest—luxuriant canopy of palms and vines. Eli Creek—time for a lazy dip. Shipwreck of the SS Maheno-built in Scotland 1904-a permanent fixture to the Northern Beach since 1935. Intriguing Colored Sands formations—part of this World’s largest sand island. ※ Remember this is a 4WD safari and may not be suitable if pregnant or if you havea bad back. ※ Dress comfortably—it’s not a fashionparade! Bring your swimmers and camera. |  Complimentary cold drinks Prime 250g Rib Fillet Steak OR local award winning 100% beef sausages and onions OR Fish—delicate white fillets with lemon, OR Vegetarian. Burger—special blend seasonal vegetables. GENERAL CONDITIONS: Tours may vary due to tidal or weather conditions. As we are a small company and prepare our own food, cancellation fees have to apply. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR YOUNG CHILDREN. Codford Pty. Ltd. Trading as FraserIsland Nature Tours ABN 80 010 870 729 |
1. Which of the following is mentioned about Fraser Island?
| A．Considerable size and cheap souvenirs. |
| B．Authentic food and impressive food. |
| C．Target visitors and modern architecture. |
| D．Convenient transportation and long history. |
| A．dress their fashionable clothes | B．provide a health certificate |
| C．pay extra money for cancellation | D．follow the fixed trip plans |
【推荐3】2022 Spring
Evaluation Schedule
for Learn To Skate
MT. KENT ICE CENTER*900 MOON AVENUE*LEVARD CITY, RI 02916
（103）561-4363 www.mtkent.org
WHO: Skaters of all ages and abilities
Any Preschool & Kindergarten-aged child who has never taken lessons at the Mt. Kent Ice Center needs to make an appointment to be evaluated. Anyone first grade or above does not need an evaluation.
The online registration feature does not apply to the registration for evaluation.
EVALUATIONS: Evaluations help to determine both readiness and class placement. Upon Completion of the evaluation, it is recommended that you register for classes with a coach in the ice center office.
A variety of days and times for the evaluations are also listed online and at the Ice Center.
Evaluation registration may be done in person or by phone at 103-561-4363.
EVALUATION DATES AND TIME
| DAY | EVALUATION DATES | TIME | EVALUATION FEE |
| Saturday | March 5, 2022 | 12:00 p.m. | $5.00 |
| Sunday | March 6, 2022 | 12:00 p.m. | $5.00 |
| Monday | March 7, 2022 | 10:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. | $5.00 |
| Wednesday | March 9, 2022 | 10:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. | $5.00 |
| Thursday | March 10, 2022 | 10:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. | $5.00 |
Additional days and times may be added—to be determined by Management
REFUND POLICY: Refund requests must be made a minimum of 7dats before the scheduled appointment. See www.mtkent.org for details.EVALUATION REGISTRATION:
In person—Stop by the Mt. Kent Recreation Center, ground floor, Monday through Saturday 9:00-11:00 a.m., Sunday 1:00-4:00 p.m.
By phone—Call the Ice Center at （103）561-4363 to schedule your skating evaluation appointment
QUESTIONS: Please call the Mt. Kent Ice Center staff at（103）561-4363
KentALERT—A FREE notification service (phone, text, e-mail). In the event of an emergency and to provide you with updates about cancellations and recreation department programs and events. Please visit www.mtkent.org, browse Services at the top of the page. Under Information Technology Office, click KentALERT. All recreation participants should sign up, and at minimum select the “Cancellation category.”
1. The passage is primarily intended to ________.| A．recommend an ice center |
| B．advertise a skating programme |
| C．introduce an evaluation schedule |
| D．tell readers about a notification service |
| A．at 1:00 p.m. on Monday | B．at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday |
| C．at 4:00 p.m. on Friday | D．at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday |
| A．Refunds should be claimed within seven days after the registration. |
| B．Any kindergarten-aged child must take an appointment to be evaluated. |
| C．You will be informed of any cancellation after signing up for KentALERT. |
| D．You can go to www.mtkent.org to complete the registration for evaluation. |
National parks in the UK are a wonder to see, run by the National Trust, a non-profit charity which maintains Great Britain's historical and natural landscapes. Britain's park Authority has made planning restrictions to protect these wilderness areas in housing and commercial activities.
Mainland England and Wales have the largest number of protected parks. The first established area was the l,438 kilometer Peak District. The first national park lies in northern and central England. The Peak District with vast beauty is thought to be the world's most visited national park after Japan's Mount Fuji.
In the northwest area of Wales lies Snowdonia National Park. This attractive, mysterious ancient landscape is home to steep mountains. Walking trails to Mount Snowdon is only one of several exciting activities for hikers.
National parks in the UK can also boast of having Britain's largest protected wetland "The Broad", just outside the village of Homing. An ideal spot for families, this 200-mile area combines waterways with an interesting intersection(交叉) of windmills, castles and an ancient Normal church.
Spreading across 885 miles of truly impressive rocky land is Lake District National Park. England's largest park attraction is spread between Edinburgh to the north and Manchester to the south. Although the land itself seems wild, almost 40,000 people live within the park. Within this district's vast borders we can find over 6,000 archaeological(考古的) sites and monuments dating back to prehistory.
The United Kingdom has taken great care to preserve its wilderness areas for the future generations, and all the parks are adventures waiting to De found which can be enjoyed by both natives and visitors.
1. Who is in charge of the National parks in the UK? (no more than 3 words)2. According to the passage, which is thought to be the world's most visited national park? (no more than 5 words)
3. If you want to see ancient monuments, where would you go? (no more than 4 words)
4. For whom are the wild areas preserved in the UK? (no more than 4 words)
5. What's the text mainly about? (no more than 6 words)
【推荐2】These books written by famous people are perfect for your little kids.
Kelly Clarkson Wrote a Book Inspired by Her Daughter
When Kelly Clarkson wrote River Rose and the Magical Lullaby, she named the main character after her young daughter. The story follows Rose, who finds herself in a magical dream world, led by the voice of her mother. At the end of the book, there’s a tie to a lullaby (摇篮曲) sung by Clarkson. She even said that writing the book was harder than any song she’s ever written, but she felt like she had to try.
Jim Carrey Is on a Roll with This Book
Jim Carrey’s new show, Kidding, on Showtime, is decidedly not for kids. His 2013 book, How Roland Rolls, however, is very much for the little ones. How Roland Rolls is about a wave who worries about what will happen when he finally hits the beach. His fear disappears when he realizes he’s more than just a wave, he’s the entire ocean!
Jamie Lee Curtis Has Been Writing Since the’90s
You might know her best from the Halloween film, but your kids know her best as the author of This Is Me: A Story of Who We Are and Where We Came from. This Is Me is a story about immigration (移民), Curtis says “Every person has an immigrant story in their family, and we’re losing that, I thought it was important to connect that thread back to who we are.”
Steve Martin’s Books Prove He’s a Comedian For All Ages
There’s a good chance that you grew up with Steve Martin. Now your kids can read his books, too. Since getting into children’s writing, Martin has written several books, including Late for School and The Alphabet from A to Y with Bonus Letter Z. Each letter of the alphabet (字母表) is paired with a poem by Martin.
1. What does Kelly Clarkson’s book deal with?| A．A nursery rhyme. |
| B．A mother’s dream. |
| C．A fantasy story. |
| D．A girl’s real experience. |
| A．Find out the value of themselves. |
| B．Get along well with their family. |
| C．Increase their interest in films. |
| D．Enjoy the ocean secrets. |
| A．Jim Carrey. |
| B．Kelly Clarkson. |
| C．Steve Martin. |
| D．Jamie Lee Curtis. |
【推荐3】My favourite book is The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain.Tom lives with his aunt Polly in a quiet street of St. Petersburg, Missouri. He’s a lively and clever young boy, and he finds himself in many exciting adventures. He runs away with his two friends, Huckleberry Finn and Joe Harper, to an island in the middle of the Mississippi River for several days. With Huck he goes looking for treasure, and with Becky he gets lost in a cave. And finally, they find a box of gold．
My favourite scene in the book is when everyone thinks Tom is dead. He decides to go to his own funeral. He hides and watches for a time and then suddenly he appears. Everyone is astonished to see him but they’re also pleased to see him alive.
Tom is the hero of the story, but there are other important characters. Huck is an outsider and everyone is afraid of him. Becky is pretty with fair hair, and Joe Harper is Tom’s best friend. Injun Joe is the bad man of the story.
The theme of the story is about children’s growth. And it talks about freedom, social rules and how people are punished for bad behaviour.
Why do I think The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is a great book? Mark Twain wrote the story in 1876, but it’s still read and loved by people all over the world today. And although it’s only a story, Twain wrote it in everyday English of the southern states of America in the 19th century, so it sounds very real. Today it's thought to be one of the greatest books in American literature. Go and read it! I know you’ll enjoy it, too.
1. Where does Tom run away with his two friends?| A．To a quiet street. | B．To a small town. |
| C．To an island. | D．To a forest. |
| A．Huckleberry Finn. | B．Injun Joe. |
| C．Becky. | D．Polly. |
| A．They were surprised but happy. | B．They were surprised but sad. |
| C．They were worried but excited. | D．They were frightened but happy. |
| A．To call on us to read the book. |
| B．To tell us how popular the book is today. |
| C．To tell us when Mark Twain wrote the story. |
| D．To tell us why the story sounds very real. |
【推荐1】The largest and most popular Environmental Education programs are the Summer Nature Camps. The Summer Nature Camps provide children aged 5 — 13 with a full day nature experience. Our small groups allow campers to take daily field trips to the parks and sanctuaries (鸟兽保护区) of Brookline.
| Camp | Age | Date | Fee |
| Little Acorns | 5 — 6 yrs | 7/6—7/16 | $585 |
| Sprouts | 7 — 8 yrs | 7/19—7/30 | $650. |
| Junior Rangers | 9 — 10 yrs | 8/2—8/13 | $680 |
| Adventurers | 11 — 13 yrs | 8/16—8/20 | $350 |
Little Acorns (8:30 AM — 3:00 PM)
As a little acorn, your young nature lover will have the opportunity to visit and explore Brookline's parks and sanctuaries in this unique camp. We will focus on local wildlife and plants, discovering the mysteries of the natural world through interactive lessons, stories, games, ars&crafls , hands-on exploration and nature walks.
Sprouts (8: 30 AM — 3:00 PM)
This older group of naturalists will explore Brookline, focusing on the naive plant life and varied habitats found in our natural areas. Campers will join in the harvesting of our community garden. Each day will feature a different theme and new location for campers to enjoy.
Junior Rangers (8: 30 AM — 3: 00 PM)
Campers at this unique camp will experience nature based learning in the outdoors as they work towards earning a Junior Ranger medal. While visiting Brookline's parks and sanctuaries, campers will explore the outdoors with themes and activities including: fishing, team-building, orienteering, conservation and more!
Adventurers (8:30 AM — 3: 00 PM)
Our oldest group of naturalists will expand their knowledge and skill set as they experience nature through adventure! Daily local field trips will strengthen our themes of outdoor skills, team- building, fishing, and more. Our week together will end in a local overnight camping trip! This program emphasizes hands-on, filed-based, experiential learning and aims to develop the learn spirit.
1. How much will a camper of the youngest group pay?| A．$585. | B．$650. | C．$680. | D．$350. |
| A．July 6th. | B．July 19th. | C．August 2nd. | D．August 16th. |
| A．Little Acorns | B．Sprouts | C．Junior Rangers | D．Adventurers |
【推荐2】Quick Talk
In the exciting thriller Baby Driver, the actor and DJ, Ansel Elgort, 23, plays a music-obsessed (对音乐着迷的) getaway driver trying to escape from a life of crime.
Your character gets turned on to new music from iPods he finds in stolen cars. Who has influenced your taste?
Eve Beglarian, a composer (作曲家) and friend of my mother’s, made me my first iPod (playlist). One of the songs was Easy by the Commodores. The auditions (试演) for Baby Driver weren’t going well, and director Edgar Wright said, “Do you know any songs that you know every word to?” I remembered Easy. He said, “When you’re ready, I want you to sing it.” He told me that that was what got me the role. I guess I have to thank Eve.
At times the movie plays like a very complex music video.
They filmed very rhythmically. If I wasn’t wearing earphones, I was wearing an earwig — like a radio, but it’s tiny and you can hear things in your ear. Whatever the audience hears, we heard while filming.
How much did you get to drive?
They only let me drive when no one else was in the car, so that wasn’t often. They didn’t want me to kill Jamie Foxx.
You’re known for your brave and confident fashion choices. When did you start caring about style?
I must have been in the sixth grade. I wore the same red Adidas sweatpants every day, a white T-shirt and blue shoes. I was like a cartoon character.
After young-adult films like The Fault in Our Stars and Divergent, were you eager to be in a more adult film?
I don’t look at The Fault in Our Stars as a teenage movie. I looked at it like, this is a great script (剧本) and a good character, and I was excited to do it. But of course I was looking forward to being part of a “real” movie. If it meant working with Kevin Spacey, Jamie Foxx and Jon Hamm, sign me up.
1. What helped Ansel get the role in Baby Driver?| A．Edgar’s suggestion. | B．Eve’s recommendation. |
| C．His excellence in driving. | D．His performance of a song. |
| A．He is pretty stylish. | B．He likes cartoon films. |
| C．He is a driving enthusiast. | D．He has starred in two films. |
| A．It’s encouraging. | B．It’s worth seeing. |
| C．There’s no film worse than it. | D．There’s room for improvement. |
【推荐3】Tiger research: Indonesia
While sustainable tourism helps protect many of the Indonesia’s wildlife, one of its rarest species, the Sumatran tiger, suffers as the island’s cities expand into its forest habitat. Fortunately Biosphere Expeditions have created a trip that not only benefits the seriously endangered animal, but helps protect it too. Based in a remote camp in the heart of the rainforest, volunteers will be needed to tour the landscape, documenting tracks, kills and scats (粪便) to aid important research into the lives of these big cats.
Company: Biosphere Expeditions
Length: 13 days
More information: www.biosphere-expeditions.org
Cycling tour: Cambodia
With an ancient world of temples and jungles, Cambodia is the kind of country that needs to be explored slowly. PEPY Tours offers 621 miles of green fields, dusty orange tracks and winding rivers on its 15-day cycling expeditions. Money goes directly to local people through homestays and lunches, while tours allow visitors to learn Khmer customs and contribute to ongoing community development projects.
Company: PEPY Tours
Length: 15 days
More information: www.pepytours.com
Beach stay: Tanzania
A winner in the Best for Beach category at the Responsible Tourism Awards 2014, Chole Mjini Island is a tourists’ paradise located off the coast of Tanzania. With no roads or electricity, guests to the low-impact destination can enjoy a simple life in hand-built tree houses and spend days either stretching out on deserted beaches or searching for whale sharks.
Company: Chole Mjini Island
Length: 6 days
More information: www.cholemjini.com
Teaching: Morocco
It’s the breathtaking beauty that draws tourists to Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains, but while the remoteness of the setting may aid its charm it also causes problems. Few inhabitants of the region’s rural villages, especially females, continue their education past primary school. Education For All (EFA) is a Moroccan NGO that builds and runs girls’ boarding houses near secondary schools in the High Atlas, making further education theoretically possible. Based in the beautiful town of Asni, the programme is looking for female volunteers with teaching experience.
Company: People and Places
Length: 4 weeks (minimum)
More information: www.travel-peopleandplaces.co.uk
1. If you want to help with wildlife research, you may go to ________.| A．Indonesia | B．Tanzania |
| C．Morocco | D．Cambodia |
| A．nights to stay at temples | B．money to find homestays and buy lunches |
| C．projects to study tigers | D．opportunities to learn local culture |
| A．The four tours are all commercial tours. |
| B．PEPY organises tours to Chole Mjini Island. |
| C．Cycling expedition to Cambodia lasts 13 days. |
| D．Volunteers are needed in Indonesia and Morocco. |
