This Mother’s Day we asked a handful of children’s book experts and writers which stories and characters come to mind when they think about motherhood.
Runaway Bunny
by Margaret Wise Brown
Since it was first published in 1942, Brown’s Runaway Bunny has never gone out of print. It is pretty much a work of genius! Brown opened the door for parents to feel like they’re reading a story about love and caring about their children while the children are exploring their own individual identity and how close they are or separated they are from the adults in their lives.
Brown Angels: An Album of Pictures and Verse
by Walter Dean Myers
It is a collection of photographs Myers collected over the years. Myers writes, “Seeing their faces scrubbed and beaming and them dressed in their Sunday best makes me think about the hardworking parents and grandparents who have taken time to take care of their children.”
Mommy’s Hometown
by Hope Lim
This story is about a boy and his mother’s trip to her childhood home in Korea. The boy discovers the town is not how he imagined it would be. Mommy’s Hometown starts from the specific lens (镜头) of Korean culture, but has the universal feature of memory and perception.
Happy Dreams, Little Bunny
written and illustrated by Leah Hong
Happy Dreams, Little Bunny is ”a next-generation Runaway Bunny.“ Through a gentle dialogue, it guides us to find peace in our imagination and to grow in autonomy and independence.
1. Which statement of Runaway Bunny is NOT correct?| A．It has been published for 80 years. |
| B．It is appreciated widely. |
| C．It will separate adults and children. |
| D．It can help kids to find their individuality. |
| A．Margaret Wise Brown. | B．Walter Dean Myers. |
| C．Leah Hong. | D．Hope Lim. |
| A．They all have no pictures. |
| B．They are all about Korean culture. |
| C．They all have gentle dialogues. |
| D．They are all suitable for moms and kids. |
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【推荐1】Neil Armstrong: A Life of Flight
Much has been written about Neil Armstrong, America’s modern hero and history’s most famous space traveler. Yet shy of fame and never one to steal the spotlight Armstrong was always reluctant to discuss his personal side of events. Here for the first time is the definitive story of Neil’s life of flight he shared for five decades with a trusted friend — Jay Barbree.
This New Ocean
It was all part of man’s greatest adventure — landing men on the Moon and sending a rover to Mars, finally seeing the edge of the universe and the birth of stars，and launching planetary explorers across the solar system to Neptune and be-yond.
Starman
Starman, Jamie Doran and Piers Bizony’s biography of Russian cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin, was originally published in 1998 and rereleased in 2011 to capitalize on the 50th anniversay of the first manned flight into space. The book covers Gagarin’s childhood, his cosmonaut training, his historic flight as the first human being to leave the earth’s atmosphere, and his mysterious death.
Night Sky Almanac 2021: A Stargazer’s Guide
What belter gift for an amateur astronomer than an answer to all of their queries, pocket - sized companion? Connect with the universe that surrounds us with his stylish companion to the night sky. All evenly are clearly presented month-by-month with easy-to-understand explanations and charts, including stars, planets, comets, and so on.
1. What is Jay Barbree?| A．A spaceman in history. | B．A character in Starman. |
| C．A novelist on space adventure. | D．A friend of Neil Armstrong. |
| A．Science fiction. | B．Play. |
| C．Autobiography. | D．Biography. |
| A．They are intended for teenagers. | B．They are set in moon landing. |
| C．They are about space and astronomy. | D．They show concern over star wars, |
【推荐2】The best TED Talks on gratitude (感激)
David Steindl-Rast: Want to be happy? Be grateful
This 15-minute talk, from “monk and interfaith scholar” David Steindl-Rast, discusses gratitude and specifically its relationship to happiness. In the talk, Steindl-Rast argues that: “it is not happiness that makes us grateful” but “gratefulness that makes us happy”.
Louie Schwartzberg: Nature. Beauty. Gratitude.
This 10-minute talk comes from photographer Louie Schwartzberg, with the aid from the above-mentioned Steindl-Rast. In the talk, Schwartzberg presents some of his photographs of nature and explains how they can lead to feelings of gratitude with a story about life from a child’s perspective (视角) as well as life from an elderly man’s perspective.
Brian Doyle: 365 Days of Thank You
This 8-minute talk comes from Brian Doyle, who discusses how a near-death experience led him to start thinking about the role of gratitude in his life. Specifically, Doyle made a commitment to sincerely thank one person in his life every single day for a full year. This short talk is not just an inspiring story but might cause the viewers to consider how they can be grateful in their daily lives.
Hailey Bartholomew: 365 Grateful Project
This 12-minute talk from Hailey Bartholomew is, like Doyle’s, centered on a daily, year-long project. Unlike Doyle’s, however, Bartholomew’s focuses on photography and using photography to find gratitude in her life every day. Photographers who enjoyed Schwartzberg’s TED Talk should give this one a watch, as should anyone who wants to go through a similar project to find the gratitude in their own lives.
1. What makes people happy according to David Steindl-Rast?| A．Beauty. | B．Gratitude. | C．Nature. | D．Faith. |
| A．It shows many pictures. | B．It’s based on a year-long project. |
| C．It’s the shortest of all the talks. | D．It tells about a child’s experience. |
| A．Education. | B．Opinion. | C．History. | D．Lifestyle. |
【推荐3】The below-mentioned books are first-rate bestsellers and would be perfect additions to your reading list.
 | Maybe the power of one's belief isn't the ultimate example of intelligence. Maybe, in a constantly changing world, the ability to make judgements and change one's mind accordingly is much more important. That's Adam Grant's theory, and Think Again is here to help you to look at the world around you, check your assumptions, and—you guessed it—think again. —Chris Schluep, Amazon Editor |
 | This book reads like fiction but tells the true story of murder and greed that troubled the Osage Nation in Oklahoma in the 1920s. When oil was discovered on their land, the Osage people became the wealthiest in the world and the targets (particularly the women) for the white men who had their sights set on marrying and murdering into their riches. I suggest you treat yourself to this exceptional read right now. —Seira Wilson, Amazon Editor |
 | The subject of Isaacson’s book is Jennifer Doudna, who won the 2020 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for her work developing CRISPR. CRISPR is the innovation that will open the door to gene control, driving the life sciences revolution for decades to come. But it will also open the door to moral problem as we ask ourselves. How far should we go in editing humans—especially before birth—and who should control those decisions? —Vannessa Cronin, Amazon Editor |
 | While the book unfolds during the course of a single day, flashbacks to when a group of kids were crowding around a desk and to when their rock star father abandoned them time and again reveal the complex dynamics still in force in their adulthood. After I finish this book, I would dream of these characters and their restaurant by the sea. Malibu Rising is a fun, unforgettable read. —Al Woodworth, Amazon Editor |
| A．The Code Breaker | B．Think Again |
| C．Killers of the Flower Moon | D．Malibu Rising |
| A．It solves the problem of gene control. |
| B．It is a Science Fiction and Fantasy novel. |
| C．It focuses on the 2020 Nobel Prize winners. |
| D．It covers Jennifer Doudna and her achievements. |
| A．The kids had high expectations of their father. |
| B．The kids ran away from their father frequently. |
| C．The kids' father destroyed their dream of being rock stars. |
| D．The kids' childhood experiences affected their adult life. |
【推荐1】Nursing is a popular choice for students who desire a practical and professional degree that will allow them to help people. Here are some best colleges for a degree in nursing.
Simmons College
Simmons College is a private women's college founded in Boston in 1899. Nursing is a topranking major at the college as well as the most popular. The average nursing graduate from Simmons makes $58,000 in their early career.
Villanova University
Villanova is a private research university located in Philadelphia. Nursing is a popular major, and students are offered an online degree as well. The average nursing graduate from Villanova makes $63,000 in their early career.
University of California-Los Angeles (UCLA)
The UCLA School of Nursing is known for its excellent education provided by some leaders in the medical field. The fouryear programs allow students to focus on medical issues through classroom learning and clinical(临床的)training. Completion of the B. S.(理学士) degree in nursing prepares students for the National Council Licensing Examination or continuation of the master's or doctoral degrees at UCLA. A nursing degree from UCLA leads to positions in various hospitals, clinics and medical institutions, with the midcareer salary averaging $86,000.
Fairfield University
Founded in 1942, Fairfield University is a liberal arts university rooted in the Jesuit, Catholic tradition. The School of Nursing offers established programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The B.S. programs equip students with skills and ethics (道德规范) to prepare them for the medical field. At most 10 students are taught in a class using the latest medical technology to provide a strong theorybased knowledge. Graduates of Fairfield find numerous employment opportunities within the field and earn an average starting salary of $62,000 and midcareer salary of $83,000.
1. Where should Mary go for a degree in nursing if she is busy looking after children at home?| A．Simmons College. | B．Villanova University. |
| C．The UCLA School of Nursing. | D．Fairfield University. |
| A．Its university fee is the highest. |
| B．It is devoted to the B.S. degree alone. |
| C．It provides theoretical and practical learning. |
| D．Its nursing students are only in demand in hospitals. |
| A．It is the most promising university of all. |
| B．It provides numerous employment opportunities. |
| C．It focuses on programs at the graduate levels. |
| D．It has smallsized classes for nursing students. |
【推荐2】After closing down due to COVID-19 on March 12, 2020, Universal Orlando was one of the first major theme parks in the U.S. to reopen. Virtually almost everything is open now, but you should note the following:
•Most places are now open at CityWalk, including the Cinemark movie theater, which had remained closed when the complex first reopened. The nightclubs at CityWalk, including The Groove and the Red Coconut Club, remain closed. The Blue Man Group theater is temporarily closed.
•Most Select Universal Orlando hotels are open. Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, Cabana Bay Beach Resort, and Universal's Endless Summer Resort. Surfside Inn and Suites, and Universal's Aventura Hotel reopened but have since temporarily closed.
•The parks are operating with reduced hours and typically close at 5 p.m. or 6 p.m.
Things to Consider as You Plan a Universal Orlando Visit
•Attendance is limited: Since the resort (度假胜地) opened, it generally hits its limited capacity only on weekends. To check whether the parks have maxed out on a given day, you can go to the resort's official site, UniversalOrlando.com, or call its hotline at 407-817-8317.
•Reservations are not required to visit the parks: Unlike most other theme parks , Universal is not requiring guests to make advance reservations for the day they wish to visit the parks during the pandemic.
•Download the app to stay informed: Universal recommends that visitors download the latest version of its app to stay current with any updates or changes. It will also allow you to use some powerful features, including mobile food and drink ordering, contactless purchasing, and the Virtual Line system for reserving a ride.
1. According to the passage, which of the following is open to the public now?| A．Surfside Inn and Suites. |
| B．The Cinemark movie theater. |
| C．The Blue Man Group theater. |
| D．The Groove and the Red Coconut Club. |
| A．Go to the park's office. | B．Dial 407-817-8137. |
| C．Book tickets in advance. | D．Access the park's site. |
| A．To get the latest information. | B．To make advance reservations. |
| C．To use its all-powerful features. | D．To take the rides free of charge. |
【推荐3】Science Competitions Your Students Can Enter
Unsung Heroes of Science Video Competition
Age:16 — 18
Closed: May 17, 2022
The Unsung Heroes of Science Video Competition from Hertford College University of Oxford is open to all 16 — 18 students around the world. Competitors are tasked with making a two — minute video sharing the story of a scientist whose contributions were overlooked. Entries can be submitted by individuals or in teams. Winners of the competition in the UK will get to go behind the scenes at the Royal Institution 8 Christmas lectures.
Schools’ Analyst
Age:16 — 17
Closed:March 25, 2022
The Schools’ Analyst Competition is returning to schools with teams tasked with finding the perfect formula for fish and chips! This competition allows students to expand their chemistry knowledge and skills through practical experiments. Each winning school team will then compete within their region to find a regional winner. Regional winners receive a cash prize.
ABSW’s Young Science Writer of the Year
Age:14 — 16 Closed: April 8, 2022
The Association of British Science Writers’ Annual Competition is open to students at non - selective state — funded schools in Cardiff, Birmingham, Glasgow and London. The competition invites young people to write about the big questions in STEM, and they’ve just 800 words to put forward their thoughts. The award winner receives £1000, and one—year’s membership of ABSW.
Newnham College Essay Prizes
Age:16 — 17 (female only)
Closed:March 11, 2022
The University of Cambridge’s Newnham College Essay Prizes are open to all girls currently in a UK school and involves submitting an essay (2500 words max) answering one of a selection of questions. Besides targeting their literacy skills, the competition is a great chance to prepare students for higher education and would make a great addition to a UCAS form. Students also have the chance of winning a cash prize ranging from £400 to £100. Students may only submit an essay for one subject.
1. Which competition focuses on introducing scientists' story?| A．Schools’ Analyst. |
| B．Unsung Heroes of Science Video Competition. |
| C．Newnham College Essay Prizes. |
| D．ABSW's Young Science Writer of the Year. |
| A．Answer two questions at a time. | B．Write about the big scientific questions. |
| C．Enlarge his chemistry knowledge. | D．Submit an essay with words limited to 2500. |
| A．They provide cash prizes for winners. |
| B．They are open to students aged 16 years old. |
| C．They have something to do with writing skills. |
| D．They accept entries by individuals and in teams. |
