The Best Books of 2020
On Monday, the American Library Association announced the top children’s books of 2020. Here are the winners.
Devotion
Author Clare Vanderpool took home the John Newbery Medal for outstanding contribution to children’s literature for Moon over Manifest. The book is about a young girl’s magical adventures in a small Kansas town, in 1936.
Vanderpool said that she was shocked to learn that she had won. “You grow up reading legendary authors like Madeleine L’Engle, but I never expected to be put in a category with her,” Vanderpool told TFK, “It’s fabulous”.
Picture This
The picture book A Sick Day for Amos McGee won the Randolph Caldecott Medal. The book was illustrated by Ein E. Stead and written by her husband, Philip C. Stead. It tells the story of an elderly zookeeper and the animals that visit him when he’s not well enough to go to work.
“I love drawing animals and I love drawing people and I love drawing the emotional connection between animals and people,” said Stead.
More Honored Books
The Coretta Scott King award, given to an African-American author and illustrator of “outstanding books for children and young adults”, went to Rita Williams-Garcia for One Crazy Summer. Set in 1968, the novel follows three sisters from Brooklyn, New York, who visit their mother, a poet who ran away years ago and lives in California, and later learn much about family, their country and themselves.
The king prize for best-illustrated work went to Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave. The book, which was written by Laban Carrick Hill and illustrated by Bryan Collier, tells the story of a skilled potter who engraved his poems on the clay pots and jars that he made. The enslaved potter, known only as Dave, lived in South Carolina in the 1800s.
1. When she heard the news that she won the medal Vanderpool felt .| A．depressed | B．annoyed | C．amused | D．astonished |
| A．a frighting experience | B．children’s growth |
| C．an adventurous journey | D．social problems |
| A．The book Moon over Manifest tells a story of a zookeeper and his animals. |
| B．The book A Sick Day for Amos McGee is written by Erin, a famous woman writer. |
| C．A Sick Day for Amos McGee shows us that animals can interact with humans. |
| D．One Cray Summer is about a mother with her three children having a holiday in California. |
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【推荐1】Copenhagen Destination Guide
The modern city of Copenhagen combines the best of European cafe culture and Scandinavian architecture. It's charming and compact with lots of local history to dive into. Although spending time in Copenhagen can become expensive, there are many ways to experience the city on a budget as well.
Attractions
Copenhagen is one of the world's best cycling cities. To see the city with ease, rent a bike or take a small group tour to see the sights, including the Little Mermaid, the island of Amager and the community of Christiania. You can also take a canal boat tour to see the city from a unique view. The Tivoli Gardens offer a sense of love in the evenings. There are some excellent museums to explore. Be sure to add the Museum of Art and Design to your travel plan.
Transportation
Kastrup Airport is the first destination for most visitors. It typically takes less than 15 minutes to get from the airport to the city center by train, so all the visitors prefer this way to travel between the two places. Canal boat tours are the easiest way to see the city's attractions. Cycling is the fastest and most flexible way to get around, and it’s a refreshingly pedestrian-friendly city as well.
Tips
●Find local sandwich shops to eat like the locals do and give your wallet a break.
●Museum lovers should have a Copenhagen Card, which provides free entrance to about 60 museums and many other attractions too.
●Consider visiting Copenhagen in the autumn, when it's a little cold but accommodations become much cheaper than those in the summer.
Check at www.Save70.com to view price comparisons for flights and hotels before you book.
1. Which place is the most suitable for lovers to go on a date?| A．The Tivoli Gardens. |
| B．The Little Mermaid. |
| C．The community of Christiania. |
| D．The Museum of Art and Design. |
| A．By bicycle. | B．By boat. |
| C．By train. | D．By bus. |
| A．Visiting about 60 museums. |
| B．Booking a hotel in the summer. |
| C．Eating sandwiches with the locals. |
| D．Applying for a Copenhagen Card. |
【推荐2】If you’re short on cash, you don’t have to pay for an expensive gym membership to get in shape. Below are some choices for you! And the best is that they don’t cost a penny!
Nike + Run Club and Nike Training Club
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, various location
Nike’s free run club with coaches and pacers opens to anyone who wants to learn how to run like the professionals. Besides, there’s the Nike Training Club for all health levels, covering boxing and other exercise. It’s not one for men, though — the classes have a women-only policy. Call up in advance for participation (参与)!
Our Parks
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
This brilliant program works with local communities to bring free health group classes across the city. They’re led by qualified instructors and you can join anything from the body-building club at the Olympic Park to yoga in Victoria Park — just remember to register (注册) online and book ahead.
Sweaty Betty’s In-store Classes
Daily, various locations and time
With over 70 classes to pick each week, it’s no wonder mums crowd into Sweaty Betty to keep their health on track. But to sign up for a class, it’s fastest lingers first — places can be booked up to a week in advance so simply register online and watch out for a free spot.
Sweatshop Running Community
Sundays to Thursdays, various locations and times
Running can be a lonely old task. Sweatshop’s run clubs, held at branches across London, aim to make it a little more social. We’d recommend this for more experienced runners — the entry level distance is 5 kilometers — but a pace keeper at the back means you won’t be left behind. Ready to work up a good sweat? Just go to the events listed on their Facebook page!
1. Which of the four programs admits women only?| A．Our Parks. |
| B．Sweaty Betty’s In-store Classes. |
| C．Sweatshop Running Community. |
| D．Nike Training Club. |
| A．calling up in advance |
| B．registering online and waiting |
| C．showing up at the intended spot |
| D．booking a week earlier |
| A．running with a pace keeper |
| B．doing yoga in a beautiful park |
| C．training in boxing by the professionals |
| D．a variety of health classes |
| A．offer exercising courses for beginners |
| B．advertise free body-building programs |
| C．give advice on how to do physical activities |
| D．create a communication platform for runners |
【推荐3】San Fernando Carriage Tour
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204Alamo Plaza San Antonio
Explore the San Fernando Cathedral area by a 40-minute Victorian carriage ride. You can choose a narrated （带讲解的）tour to learn about the colorful history of the church，or a non-narrated tour for a more quiet and romantic ride. At the center of San Antonio and the focus of the tour，the Cathedral was originally a settlement location for people sent by King Philip of Spain in 1731.
San Antonio & Alamo Helicopter Tours
Mark （5. 0）：based on 71 reviews
8535 Mission Road San Antonio
★Gift shop on-site
★Accessible to the disabled
The tours provide a chance for passengers to combine the excitement of a helicopter flight with the surprising views of San Antonio countryside. Each flight has room for 3 people max. Both cameras and video cameras are permitted. The Ultimate Helicopter tour lasts about 45-48 minutes and the Short Ride tour lasts about 6-8 minutes.
Downtown Delicacy San Antonio Food Tour
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1015 Navarro St San Antonio
If you are looking to visit some of San Antonio's best restaurants, be sure to join in the tour. After meeting up with your expert tour guide, you'll start your 3-hour journey through downtown San Antonio and stop along the way at 5 different restaurants and even a few of the city's parks.
City Sightseeing San Antonio Tour
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216 E Crockett St San Antonio
★ Double-decker bus tour takes about 60 minutes if you do not take of at any of the 18 sops.
★ Appropriate for all ages
The City Sightseeing Tour is the perfect way to enjoy everything that San Antonio has to offer.
1. During the San Fernando Carriage Tour, you can________.| A．visit a historic site |
| B．drive cars on your own |
| C．travel with a free guide |
| D．learn about the history of Spain |
| A．have lunch in some parks |
| B．do some volunteer service |
| C．fly with a large group of people |
| D．take pictures during the journey |
| A．It takes the least time. |
| B．It is the most popular tour. |
| C．It is held in the countryside. |
| D．It invites some food experts. |
【推荐1】My love for libraries blossomed when I joined the public library. From the age of 8, I was allowed to walk from my home to the downtown library, housed above the police station. Once the librarian gave me my first membership card, I could enjoy a range of books, which started with Little House in the Big Woods. I was addicted instantly, and this love of libraries and reading would change my life, allowing me to one day create a safe space for high-school kids, too.
By the time I was in high school, I could read the authors that we were studying in class, including Charles Dickens, Mark Twain and Emily Bronte. During the summer months, I got caught up in Gone with the Wind.
When I studied English literature at university, I thought it was time to build my own library. For the next 40 years, I continued to collect books. Until one day, I realized that all my books had become a part of the house, like wallpaper.
Toward the end of my teaching career, I became a teacher-librarian at my old high school, where I had first learned English literature. This position restored my love and appreciation for libraries. I never forgot how wonderful it was to be surrounded by books. I had a generous budget for my classes, so I searched for novels that would interest my teenage audience and hopefully spark a love for books. Fantasy, science-fiction, graphic novels — I bought almost any type of book that my students wanted to read. I bought sofas and comfortable chairs, turning the library into an inclusive (包容的) public space, safe for everyone.
In doing so, I realized that the library isn’t just a place to do research. They are, in fact, places that offer an opportunity to engage with the past, present and future. All that is required is a tiny bit of curiosity. Libraries are places that should be full of life. They help us fit into the world, and their doors must be kept open to everyone — for free!
1. What inspired the author to set up a library for students?| A．Some well-known classics. |
| B．The suggestion of a librarian. |
| C．His affection for libraries and reading. |
| D．The book: Little House in the Big Woods. |
| A．In primary school. | B．In high school. |
| C．During university years. | D．After becoming a librarian. |
| A．What his career was like. | B．Where he stored his books. |
| C．Why school kids loved reading. | D．How he improved the school library. |
| A．More than just Books | B．Read with Curiosity |
| C．A Librarian’s Life | D．Build a Private Library |
【推荐2】Find the most anticipated books of 2023 to pre-order now
Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson
Soon to be a Hulu series, Charmaine Wilkerson’s Black Cake is about two estranged (疏远的) brothers who reunite when their mother passes away. While facing their mom’s past, they must I earn how to put aside their differences to honor their mother’s wishes.
Available: February 1, 2023
$24.84
What the Fireflies Knew by Kai Harris
Kai Harris’s What the Fireflies Knew is a coming-of-age novel told from the view of an 11-year-old who, along with her sister, goes to live with her estranged grandfather after the death of her father and disappearance of her mother.
Available: February 1, 2023
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One Italian Summer by Rebecca Serle
Following the publication of her bestselling book. In Five Years, Rebecca Serle returns with One Italian Summer, When Katy’s mother dies before their special mother daughter trip to Positano, she goes on the trip alone. One day, her mom magically appears as a 30-year-old and she gets to know her as a young woman before she became her mother.
Available：March 1, 2023
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Truth and Other Lies by Maggie Smith
Maggie Smith’s first novel, Truth and Other Lies, is about a young former reporter who disagrees with her politically conservative mother who’s running for Congress. After the former reporter lands an opportunity to work for a journalist on her public relation team, a scandal(丑闻) threatens her work, family and relationships.
Available: March 8, 2023
$16.98
1. What is special about One Italian Summer?| A．Characters in the novel magically travel to the past. |
| B．Characters in the novel reunite after many years. |
| C．Katy lives with her grandfather to have a new life. |
| D．It describes a travel made by a newly-married couple. |
| A．Black Cake. | B．What the Fireflies Knew. |
| C．One Italian Summer. | D．Truth and Other Lies. |
| A．A textbook. | B．A book list. |
| C．A course plan. | D．A scientific report. |
【推荐3】Never overlook the pleasure of reading a great work of fiction.
Fiction is culture.
Fiction develops our theory of mind.
When we read literature, we’ll learn things about the world, others and ourselves.
| A．Fiction expands our creativity. |
| B．Fiction expands our vocabulary. |
| C．Reading great fiction puts us ahead of the pack. |
| D．Just as each painting tells a story, so does a novel. |
| E．Thus, the power of literature should not be underestimated. |
| F．Fiction influences how we think so that we may discover new ideas. |
| G．It is the realization that other people have different beliefs and desires from their own. |
【推荐1】G95 BioScarf
Whether you bicycle in the city, regularly travel on buses or airplanes, or just live in a smoggy area, the scarf is for you.
The G95 BioScarf is a fashionable and sustainable way to filter air, blocking out many of the common pollutants associated with air pollution, and germs that cause colds, viruses, and influenza.
3 layers of protection guard against harmful particles that pose a risk to your health. With its U. S. rating of N95, the generously sized scarf is capable of blocking 99. 75% of all particles 0. 1 microns in size or larger —and 95% of all non-oil based airborne particles measuring 0. 3 microns.
With the recent addition of a nano-fiber layer, they can be washed 50 times before they begin to degrade in the slightest. They can be washed 100 times and still be the equivalent of an N95. The product, designed by an American couple, is available only online at a price of $69 — and now you can take advantage of our exclusive 10% discount!
Why this is a good gift:
Sustainable: It is made of a polyester blend（涤纶混纺）using post-consumer recycled water bottles.
Multiple colors: All are printed with natural dyes that don't contain harmful chemicals. Social benefit: The company donates products to firefighters and healthcare workers. Satisfaction guaranteed: If you have a problem, the company will "Make it right".
1. What can we learn about the G95 BioScarf?| A．It is inspired by N95 masks. |
| B．It is an effective anti-pollution mask. |
| C．Its effect won't be reduced even after 100 washes. |
| D．Its after-sales service isn5t very satisfactory. |
| A．$62. 1. | B．$69. | C．$124. 2. | D．$138. |
| A．To advertise a special product. |
| B．To stress the danger of air pollution. |
| C．To call on people to donate money to healthcare workers. |
| D．To introduce new technologies of solving air pollution. |
【推荐2】Teaching idioms (习语) is a lot of fun. Here are some good books that can teach children idioms.
THE WORLD IS YOUR OYSTER
It has idioms that are widely used. Each idiom has a picture to go with it. It is for children in the 1st grade & up. It is written by Tamara James.
THERE’S A FROG IN MY THROAT
This book has 440 idioms about animals. Each idiom is given a short explanation to tell what it means. It is for children in the 2nd grade—6th grade. It is written by Loreen Leedy.
BUTTERFLIES IN MY STOMACH
It shows a boy’s first day of school through idioms. It is for students in the 1st grade—4th grade. It is written by Serge Bloch.
MAD AS A WET HEN
It is a book for teaching classic idioms. It is for students in the 3rd grade—5th grade. It is written by Marvin Terban.
MY TEACHER LIKES TO SAY
It is about idioms used by teachers. It is for students in the 1st grade—4th grade. It is written by Denise Nelson.
1. Kids who love animals would most probably buy ________.| A．MAD AS A WET HEN |
| B．MY TEACHER LIKES TO SAY |
| C．THE WORLD IS YOUR OYSTER |
| D．THERE’S A FROG IN MY THROAT |
| A．It has many classic idioms. |
| B．It has some interesting pictures. |
| C．It is about the beginning of school education. |
| D．It is for children who are in the 2nd grade—6th grade. |
| A．Denise Nelson’s. | B．Serge Bloch’s. |
| C．Loreen Leedy’s. | D．Marvin Terban’s. |
LOGO REQUIREMENTS
▪Designs must be original and easy to recognize.
▪They should include no more than two colors in addition to black and white.
▪Artwork should be reproducible at different sizes from business cards to posters.
▪The words “ Wheelsville Skate Park” must appear in the logo.
SUBMISSION (提交) DETAILS
▪Competitors are required to be 18 years old or younger.
▪There is no limit to the number of submissions.
▪The name and address of the designer must appear on the back of the logo design.
▪Competitors need to include a one-page written explanation describing the key features of the design.
▪All submissions sent to Wheelsville Skate Park will not be returned.
▪All works must be sent to skateman4x@comlink.com no later than May 15.
▪Files (文件) should be .jpg, .gif, .png, .pict, or Photoshop files.
▪The winning design will be posted on our website at www.wheelsville.skatepark.com on May 20, one week before the opening celebration.
PRIZES
▪First Prize: Digital camera, one-year pass to Wheelsville Skate Park, and two T-shirts with the prize-winning logo.
▪Second Prize: Six-month pass to Wheelsville Skate Park and a T-shirt with the prize-winning logo.
▪Honorable Mention: One free ticket to Wheelsville Skate Park and a T-shirt with the prize-winning logo to two competitors from grades 6–8, and two from grades 9–12.
JUDGES
▪Among the judges are a professional designer, two technology teachers, four local skaters, and three members of Wheelsville Skate Park Board of Directors.
▪The judges’ decisions are final.
1. In Paragraph 1, the underlined part “ counting the days” suggests a feeling of ________.
| A．nervousness |
| B．amusement |
| C．excitement |
| D．uncertainty |
| A．It does not use the full park name. |
| B．It is not as big as it is expected. |
| C．It does not use three colors. |
| D．It just shows a skateboard. |
| A．win a camera and a free ticket to the park |
| B．get a T-shirt with your own photo on it |
| C．visit the park free of charge for one year |
| D．receive a half-a-year pass to the park |
| A．news report |
| B．advertisement |
| C．lesson plan |
| D．travel guide |
