【推荐1】Off the Beaten Cart Path

The best-selling travel book which includes over 200 new places of interest, over 200 new full-color photographs, and all- new, up-to date maps. It includes over 1,000 of the United States most must-see destinations.

Cover price: $ 30. 00

Our price: $ 19. 80

Parents

The most popular magazine for parents who want to raise smart and loving children. It has child development guidance, advice on your child's health and safety, and the best way to encourage your child's learning.

Cover Price: $ 26. 00

Our price: $ 12.60

Best Weekend Projects

The projects are chosen from 80 special ideas to create an unusual living space. They are practical-as well as creative. They will improve your home and yard and can be made on weekends. And the most important of all, they are easy to follow.

Cover Price: $ 17. 95

Our price: $ 13. 90

Lucky

The shopping magazine with the best buys, and the fashion tips. You'll need them before you go to the stores. What makes Lucky really special is that it gives you the information you need before anyone else has it.

Cover Price: $ 18. 50

Our Price: $ 15. 50

【推荐2】Festivals are a great way to experience a destination in a different way. This article will fuel your wanderlust（漫游癖）and guide you to the best festivals.

St Patrick’s Day

Where: Dublin, Ireland & New York, USA

When: 17 March

St Patrick’s Day has taken place in New York city on March 17th since 1762. On this day, the whole city turns green. Many Irish make traditional bread on this day. It is one of the most fun days the of the year in New York City every year, when the whole city turns into a big green party.

SXSW

Where: Austin, USA

When:10-19 March

Like free things? Yeah me too! Free food, drink and music sound good? Welcome to Austin, Texas. SXSW is a festival for those who work in the music and film industries. There are “free” shows. You di have to pay but not by handing over cash; you have to give some time to queue but it is worth it to see some popular stars.

King’s Day

Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands

When: 27 April

Every year on April 27 Amsterdam turns a very bright color of orange for King’s Day, which is the birthday of King Willem-Alexander. It is a crazy fun celebration when the center of the city is car, bus, and bike-free. It is a market day, when anyone can sell pretty much anything. Tips: Take a jacket with you, wear orange, and bring cash.

Just for Laughs

Where: Montreal, Canada

When: 14-30 July

For comedy lovers there is no other festival in the world better than Montreal’s Just for Laughs. The festival concentrates most of its shows in the Latin Quarter. During the day street performers delight the crowds and at night the city comes alive with comedy all over the city.

【推荐3】4 Study and Homework Apps for Android!

Price：Free/$15 per 3 months/$24 per year

Brainly is a social network for learners. You sign up, ask questions, and get answers (usually).Additionally, you can browse the site, answer other people's questions, and help them out as well. They charge on a quarter basis ($15)or a yearly basis($24).

Price: Free/Up to $1.99

Forest is a different type of app. One of the biggest distractions during study is your smartphone.Forest helps put a stop to that. You open the app and a tree grows, The tree dies if you leave the app.Thus, there is a little motivation to leave the thing alone while you study or do homework.

Price: Free app, book costs vary

Google Play Books is an excellent source of learning material. Sometimes your textbook just isn't enough and apps like this have plenty of additional resources. Books cost money obviously. However, you only pay for them once. Books are available offline on your smartphone or tablet.

Price: Free/$19.99 per year

Quizlet is one of the most popular flashcard apps for language learning. You can create flashcards play memory games, and even share flashcards with classmates. It also supports 18 languages for about any subject or topic. The free version should work just fine for simple uses, though. The premium version costs $19.99 per year, which isn't expensive for a study aid.

【推荐2】Choosing the right hiking equipment will make your walk safer and more comfortable. Getting it right is easy with our pick of the best. Don’t hesitate to grab them!

SMART SOCKS

Smartwool Women’s PhD Outdoor Light Print Crew Walking Socks (£16.09)

Built for mile after mile of trail, these socks are so light and seamless that you’ll barely notice you’re wearing them.

Darn Tough Kelso Micro Crew Light Cushion (£20)

Keep you cool while going the distance in these wool socks. They’re cushioned and silky soft.

1000 Mile Fusion Walking Sock (£15.99, twin pack)

Need extra comfort? The Fusion Walking Sock has a blister-free guarantee thanks to clever double-layer technology and padded zones.

LIGHTWEIGHT JACKETS

Smartwool Merino Smart Ultra Light Hoodie (£114.99)

This windproof layer packs away into its pocket.

Berghaus Women’s Skerray Smock (£70)

Stay warm if the wind gets up in this super-light, water-repellent smock jacket with a fitting hood. It packs away into the small pocket.

Finisterre Mistral Waterproof Jacket (£185)

Light yet fully waterproof, this cool high-quality jacket has zipped pockets and an adjustable foldaway hood.

SUMMER SHORTS

Jack Wolfskin Overland Zip Away (£115)

Always chilly when you set out but boiling by the time you’re climbing that hill? With these clever pants, you get a pair of soft-shell trousers and a pair of shorts in one.

【推荐3】Jindalee State School

Activity Consent (同意) Form- Years 1, 2 and 3 Swimming

Dear Parents/Carers,

From January 19th to February 25th, students in Years 1, 2 and 3 will be participating in a “Learn to Swim” program as part of their learning in Health and Physical Education. Students will be grouped according to their ability. All students are expected to attend all lessons unless they are injured or ill. Students will take six lessons.

Place: Jindalee Pool

Activity details:

January 20th, 27th; February 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th

January 21st, 28th; February 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

Risk management strategies:

A registered teacher will attend all lessons.

Students will be in small groups with professional swimming instructors from Jindalee Pool.

Swimming instructors have first aid qualifications,

There are staff who have lifeguard qualifications.

Classroom teachers will give any required student medication.

Activity cost: $66 each

If swimming cost presents a problem for any family, please contact the Business Manager on 3725 5710 to discuss other possible arrangements.

If you wish your child to participate in, please complete this consent form and return it by January 12th. For further information, please contact us. on 3725 5777 or send an email to info@jindaleess.eq.edu. au.