【推荐1】Study Books

Basic Study Manual Hardcover (精装书): $ 37

Future success depends on the ability to learn. Here are the answers to the questions most often asked by parents, teachers, business trainers and by students themselves. Read this book and learn:

●What the three barriers (障碍) to study are and what to do about them.

●What to do if you get tired of a subject you are studying.

●Twenty-six simple drills to help you learn how to study easily, rapidly and with full understanding.

Buy and read Basic Study Manual and use it do dramatically improve your ability to study.

Study Skills for Life Hardcover: $32

L. Ron Hubbard’s study technology for children opens the door to their future success by giving them the ability to study and learn. Fully illustrated (说明，阐明) for easy comprehension.

Learning How to Learn Hardcover: $25

The basics of effective study for 8 to 12-year-olds, fully illustrated. Children who read and apply the materials in this book regain their liking for study and their ability to apply this knowledge in life. Get this book for a child you want to see win at his studies!

How to Use a Dictionary Picture Book for Children Hardcover: $36

In spite of billions of dollars spent on “educational research”, children are not taught the most basic skills of learning, even the most basic of these: how to use a dictionary. In fact, a research of educational books for children found no book that told them how to use a dictionary or that one should. Written for children 8 to 12-year-olds, this fully illustrated book will teach your child:

●How to find words in a dictionary.

●The different ways that words are used.

●What the different marks and symbols that are used in a dictionary mean.

●How to use a dictionary to correctly pronounce words.

It includes a section for parents and teachers showing you how to use this book with children. Buy this book and give it to your children to unlock their education. What’s more, you will just pay 50% for it before May 1, 2014.

1. According to the advertisements, the four books are all intended for ____.

A．teachers

B．children

C．adults

D．women

2. Some of the four books were illustrated in order to _______.

A．persuade foreigners to buy all of them

B．reduce the cost of them

C．help readers understand them and make a better choice

D．make them suitable to different reader.

3. If you buy the four books on April 30, 2014, you will have to pay ______ for them.

A．$130

B．$112

C．$65

D．$18

4. The purpose of the passage is to _______.

A．show readers how to use the four books

B．help children to learn English

C．enrich students knowledge about nature

D．sell the four books to students.

【推荐2】Welcome to Arundel Castle which is situated in West Sussex, England. The castle has a history of nearly 1,000 years and has welcomed visitors traveling from all over the world. Arundel Castle also plays a starring role in many films.

The Gardens

The White Garden is planted with soft white iceberg Roses, and Snow White Lilies.

The Rose Garden is newly planted with lovely old-fashioned English roses that are at their very best in June and July.

The Organic Kitchen Garden produces a wide range of seasonal fruits and vegetables, pears, cherries and apples.

The Castle Shop

In the Castle Shop, you will discover a wide and interesting range of gift ideas for everyone. It offers gifts and souvenirs designed to appeal to all tastes and pockets. Foods, china, books, and stationery (文具) are all available. Many are sold in this Castle Shop only.

At Arundel Castle we pride ourselves on supporting local suppliers and actively encourage environmentally friendly products.

The Arundel Festival_____

Saturday l6th to Monday 25th August

The annual Arundel Festival gets bigger and better every year. It is one of the most amazing, diverse and easily accessible arts festivals in the UK, offering a mix of visual arts, music, theatre and street entertainment.

Parking

Coaches and mini-buses can drop off at the main Castle entrance in Mill Road and park in the main town car park that is opposite the Castle entrance. Please inform us when making your booking of how many parking permits are required.

1. What can you do when visiting the castle?

A．Buy eco-friendly products in the Castle Shop.

B．Get old-fashioned English roses as gifts.

C．See how the local gifts are being made.

D．Get seasonal fruits and vegetables free of charge.

2. How long does the Arundel Festival last this year?

A．One month.

B．One week.

C．16 days.

D．10 days.

3. Where can you park the coach?

A．In Mill Road.

B．In the main town car park.

C．Inside the Castle.

D．At the main Castle entrance.

【推荐3】The weather outside might be freezing at home, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend the winter shivering. Instead, grab your bathing suit and sunscreen and head to these sunny spots that offer the best warm-weather getaways for every interest.

The best city beaches: San Juan, Puerto Rico

Being able to relax on a warm sandy beach in the middle of the winter is obviously a dream getaway, but not everyone wants their sand and surf to be hidden in a remote comer of an island. Instead, head to the sizzling（炎热的）city nightlife of San Juan, where the streets of chic Condado back right into the palm trees and lapping waves of the Atlantic beaches. Top chefs, stylish hotels, bars，clubs, and shops are all just steps away from the tropical beaches. And since Puerto Rico is a United States Commonwealth, it’s one of the easiest islands in the Caribbean to visit since you won’t need a passport, have to change money, or even worry about your cell phone working. Puerto Rico is also one of the best tropical vacations you can take without leaving the United States.

The best swimming holes: Riviera Maya, Mexico

What’s better than diving into the salty sea? Submerging in the crystal clear and salt-free waters of the naturally occurring limestone cenotes of the Riviera Maya and Yucatan Peninsula. Spend a sunny day exploring these natural cave pools filled cool filtered water that springs from the ground below and the lush palm forests that surround them. Then head back to the perfectly located Fairmont Mayakoba for comfortable rooms and modern Mexican cuisine.

The best girlfriend getaways: New Orleans

New Orleans vibrant nightlife and live-music scenes make the “Big Easy” a great girl’s trip winter getaway (check out the Girl’s Trip movie if you don’t believe us). And even if your crew isn’t one to seek out the boozy Bourbon Street crawl, there’s plenty of amazing food to be discovered in the French Quarter, plenty of shopping and strolling in the Garden District, and warm weather cruises along the bayou, too. Check out these other great weekend getaways for girls trips.

The best aquatic movie star-spotting: Clearwater, Florida

If you want to meet a real movie star while also soaking up the sun, head to the Gulf shores of Clearwater, Florida. Here you can meet the stars of Dolphin Tale and Dolphin Tale 2, Winter and Hope, who are in residence full-time at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. The amazing dolphins will probably make you want to hit the waves yourself, which won’t be a problem since the beautiful white sand beaches here boast 361 days of sunshine per year. Next, don’t miss these destinations that are even better in the winter.

1. What is NOT the reason why Puerto Rico is one of the easiest islands for a visit?

A．You don’t need a passport	B．You don’t take a long trip there
C．You don’t have to change money	D．You don’t worry about your cell phone working

2. What can girls do if they travel to New Orleans?

A．Dive in the swimming holes	B．Meet the amazing dolphins
C．Enjoy live-music scenes	D．Relax on the beach

3. Where can you meet amazing dolphins?

A．Clearwater, Florida	B．Riviera Maya, Mexico
C．New Orleans	D．Puerto Rico

【推荐2】America’s Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Spring

Washington, D. C

Every spring, Washington, D. C. is blanketed in pink with cherry blossoms. To celebrate the event, come to the National Cherry Blossom Festival, which takes place from the last week in March to the second week in April. You can view the flowers or take part in festival events.

Charleston, South Carolina

No list of beautiful spring cities would be complete without mention of Charleston, South Carolina. Delight in hanging plants, cobblestone streets, and historic castles. And because of year-round pleasant temperatures, you might even hit a beach day in March or April.

North Caseades National Park, Washington

The North Caseades is home to everything from mountains to forests to grassland, and the scenery changes seasonally. In spring, the snow disappears to bring strong waterfalls, and wildflowers spot the land. Different areas will present totally unique plants, so give yourself a few days to take in the sighs.

Central Park, New York

New York is the city that never sleeps, no matter what the season, but springtime is the best time to take a walk through Central Park. It is one of the most filmed locations in the world. A springtime walk past Victorian houses a brief visit to ancient shops, and of course long walks by the lake.

1. Which is the right time to attend the National Cherry Blossom Festival?

A．March 8.

B．March 15.

C．April 3.

D．April 28.

2. What is special about Charleston, South Carolina in spring?

A．Wonderful cherry blossoms.	B．Year-around pleasant temperatures.
C．Victorian houses and old shops.	D．Strong waterfalls and wildflowers.

3. Where will you go if you are interested in movies?

A．Washington, D. C.	B．Central Park, New York
C．Charleston, South Carolina	D．North Caseades National Park