Books are the spiritual wealth of mankind. They play a significant role in the growth of teenagers. They are not only teens’ good friends but also their life teachers. Here recommend four best inspirational books for teens.
The 6 Most Important Decisions Your Teen will Ever Make
Also the author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, Sean Covey uses his expertise in this book as well, showing teens how to make smart choices regarding the six most important points they’ll face during their teenage years.
He uses real-life stories to show teens how to succeed in school, make good friends, get along with parents, build self-confidence, and more. Besides, Covey uses cartoons to keep teens interested.
Do Your Best Forget the Rest
The teen who loves to doodle (乱写乱画) will probably get pleasure from this motivational coloring book.
Readers can color the background pictures while reading over 30 mottos that provide a little inspiration for everyday life. In this book there are two copies of every picture, so they can be shared. What’s more, coloring has been proven to help decrease stress and increase relaxation, so your teen can get relaxed while using the book.
What Color Is Your Parachute(降落伞)?
Designed to help high school and college students zero in on their favorite skills and find their perfect major or career, the book includes activities and advice on information interviewing, social media, internships, and more.
A school teacher said they bought a copy of this book for each of their students and they found the material helpful and engaging.
The Power of Positive Thinking
Making any big decision or getting through any difficult stage of life usually boils down to one thing: thinking positively. This book has sold over five million times thanks to its helpful tips on finding a fulfilling happy life.
The objectives of the book include getting people to believe in themselves, developing the power to reach their goals, and improving personal relationships.
1. What does Sean Covey use to arouse teens’ interest in his book?| A．Motivational mottos. | B．Personal experiences. |
| C．Real-life stories. | D．Amusing drawings. |
| A．The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens |
| B．Do Your Best Forget the Rest |
| C．What Color Is Your Parachute? |
| D．The 6 Most Important Decisions You’ll Ever Make |
| A．Complex plots. | B．Beneficial suggestions. |
| C．Affordable price. | D．Powerful personalities. |
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【推荐1】Our pick of great reads for the long summer ahead!
Sheep Can’t Bake. But You Can! by Sarah Walden
Sheep and his friends join young cooks on the journey to learning key cooking skills and delicious recipes (食谱). As you’d expect, there are various kinds of masterclass cakes and bread making. Useful advice on how to use important equipment in the kitchen and how to get started is included, along with simple step-by-step instructions, easy for young readers to follow.
Welcome to our Table by Laura Mucha and Ed Smith
This book explores what is on the menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner across the world, with information about how main foods such as rice, bread, and noodles appear in different forms. Interesting facts-what’s in a lunch box around the world and different types of ice-cream-are details children can enjoy.
That’s Mathematics by Chris Smith
Written by Scottish Teacher of the Year and musician Chris Smith, this book is based on words of Tom Lehrer song. This is fun and practical maths, with questions, lots of everyday examples, and exercises for young readers to try to deepen knowledge and understanding. There is a useful parents’ notes section at the back.
Call the Puffins! By Cath Howe
On the island of Egg, a group of young birds arc in training for a search and rescue team. There’s Muffin, following in her father’s footsteps and anxious not to let him down. Young Tiny has eyesight problems but is determined not to. let that stop him, while Forti seems over-confident but is really trying hard to impress. This opener to a new series for young readers combines lessons about teamwork, resilience (适应力), and finding your wings.
1. What is covered in the book. Sheep Can’t Bake. But You Can!?| A．Guidance on cooking. | B．Advice on school lunches. |
| C．Stories of masterclass cooks. | D．Records of teenagers’ journey. |
| A．Sheep Can’t Bake. But You Can! | B．Welcome to our Table |
| C．That’s Mathematics | D．Call the Puffins |
| A．They are based on true stories. | B．They have similar backgrounds. |
| C．They are aimed at young readers. | D．They have teens as central characters. |
【推荐2】One of the best things about historical stories is that they can make you interested in learning more about the actual history of the time period.
This Rebel HeartKatherine Locke
This impressive historical story transports readers to 1956 Hungary during the revolution(革命). Csilla grew up near a magic river, but when her country falls apart, and her world crashes around her, she must decide between leaving her home or fighting to save it.
The Peach RebellionWendelin Van Draanen
In post-World War II California, three teenage girls from different backgrounds get bound(捆绑)together through hardship, secrets, and friendship. In this beautiful coming-of-age story, the girls face the storms on their way bravely, helping each other through love and loss.
Luck of the TitanicStacey Lee
The terrible disaster is as attractive as ever in this historical story. Unable to board the ship as a regular passenger, Val hides in it and manages to travel along. She dreams of getting a job at a circus in New York City, but she doesn’t expect to fight for survival(生存)along the way.
Dream CountryShannon Gibney
A fascinating look at the connection between Liberia and America, Dream Country explores the lives of five generations of a family searching for freedom. Heartbreaking and honest, this journey through history is about family, dreams, and the hope for a better future.
1. What is the purpose of this text?| A．To explain scientific facts. | B．To describe historic events. |
| C．To remember famous people. | D．To introduce historical books. |
| A．She is interested in historical stories. | B．She gets aboard the ship with a ticket. |
| C．She meets many hardships along the journey. | D．She works in a circus in New York city. |
| A．Deep love for their country. | B．Long-lasting friendship. |
| C．Struggling spirit. | D．Spirit of freedom. |
【推荐3】Raptor’s Revenge
by Jim Malloy
Hardback/Paperback/E-book
$39.99 / $23.99 / $8.99
Love/hate; betrayal/triumph; battle/intrigue. A “Book Shelf Keeper”. Revenge(复仇)and adventure on land and sea await readers as they follow Jamey’s quest to find the killer of his family. The crusades, Spain’s war with England, the inquisition, and the Spanish Main with unforgettable characters weave a web of mystery and romance in this historical novel saga.
Nursing Shorts: Stories About Being a Nurse by A Nurse
by Vennie Anderson
Hardback/Paperback/E-book
$27.99 / $13.99 / $3.99
Vennie Anderson brings us along as she remembers, relives, and writes about her career as a registered nurse. Humour and tragedy exist side by side in these captivating stories.
From Dusk to Dawn
by Henry Krauss
Hardback/Paperback/E-book
$26.99 / $18.99 / $5.99
From Dusk to Dawn shares a collection of poems that vividly paints a picture of how people overcome illness, war and emotional duress.
In Sickness and In Health
by Kenneth MacCallum
Hardback/Paperback/E-book
$25.99 / $14.99 / $4.99
Following the Seven Stages of Grief, this guide takes you through all the steps of your journey as a care giver to help you make the necessary decisions that come your way.
1. What can we learn from the passage?| A．Jim Malloy makes up the story of Jamey’s revenge in Raptor’s Revenge. |
| B．Vennie Anderson shares her career as a registered doctor in a humorous style. |
| C．There are photos of people overcoming hardship in From Dusk to Dawn. |
| D．In Sickness and In Health can serve as a tourist guide for travellers in the journey. |
| A．Raptor’s Revenge. |
| B．Nursing Shorts: Stories About Being a Nurse by A Nurse. |
| C．From Dusk to Dawn. |
| D．In Sickness and In Health. |
| A．$52.98 | B．$33.98 | C．$10.98 | D．$9.98 |
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【推荐2】New Zealand
| What can you see? Mountains, volcanoes, rivers, lakes, waterfalls, forests, beaches. Both islands are mountainous. In fact, only 30% of New Zealand is flat. | The Maoris When the Maoris first arrived in New Zealand, they lived in villages and were excellent fishermen, hunters and farmers. About 50 years ago, many Maoris started to live and work in the large cities and took jobs in the government, industries, medicine and education. They are proud of their culture and decide to keep many of the customs which are part of their way of life. |
| Who can you meet? Most people live on North Island. Eighty-five percent of New Zealanders are “pakeha” (“white men”), which means their “great grandfathers” came from Europe. Ten percent are Maoris. The Maoris came to New Zealand from the Polynesian islands probably around the tenth century. The “pakeha” started to arrive in New Zealand from Europe about 200 years ago as farmers and traders. | Fact box: New Zealand. Position: South of the equator(赤道). Nearest neighbour: Australia, 1,600 km away. Size: Two main islands —North Island and South Island: together they are 268.680 square kilometers. Population: 4 million. Capital: Wellington. Languages: English and Maori. |
| A．Four million white people. | B．20% of the population being Maoris. |
| C．About 1, 600 km south of the equator. | D．Nearly 1/3 of the country being plains. |
| A．the white people and the Polynesians | B．the white people and the “pakeha” |
| C．the Maoris and the white people | D．the Maoris and the Polynesians |
| A．Living in small villages. | B．Developing farming skills. |
| C．Keeping their own culture. | D．Taking up government jobs. |
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