From learning about protecting wild animals and natural habitats to reading about the impact of recycling, picture books are perfect for showing kids how to get involved. Here are four of such books.
Thank You, Earth
The author of this book, April Pulley Sayre, has authored many award-winning books for kids, and this one is truly special. It’s written in a letter format, thanking the Earth for so many great natural moments and phenomena. You’ll find beautiful photography cover to cover, so kids can get an up close look at what they’re reading.
Save the Bees
Author and illustrator Bethany has a whole series of “Save the” books, and they all have great lessons for kids. The illustrations are fun and colorful -- perfect for young animal lovers who want to learn how to make a difference. On her website, she even has links to free animated audio books, which are a great resource for parents or teachers looking for virtual story time.
The EARTH Book
Todd Parr has always done a lovely job, focusing on simple illustrations and lessons. His distinct style shines through this book, giving kids real ideas they can try in their everyday lives.
It’s a good book for even the youngest of environmentalists and perfect for families to read together. Use it to get the conversation going with little ones.
Tall Tall Tree
Describing the wildlife that lives in Northern California’s redwood forests, this book turns story time into a counting lesson as young children count all the creatures in the forests. Slightly older readers will also love reciting Anthony D. Frederick’s playful rhyme all on their own and learning about the animals of the forest.
1. What make(s) the book Thank You, Earth different from others?| A．Its writing form. |
| B．Its special theme. |
| C．Its beautiful cover. |
| D．Its colorful illustrations. |
| A．Todd Parr’s. |
| B．Bethany Stahl’s. |
| C．Anthony Frederick’s. |
| D．April Pulley Sayre’s. |
| A．Save the Bees. | B．Thank You, Ea r th. |
| C．The EARTH Book. | D．Tall Tall Tree. |
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【推荐1】Maybe you are confused by choosing books for children. Here are some good books for you:
Learning How to Learn $22
Children who read this book show great interest in study. Many pictures will help them understand it easily and quickly.
Basic Study Guidebook $36
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 are tired of a subject
Children read it to improve the ability to study.
How to Use a Dictionary Picture Book for Children $35
Read this book and learn:
How to look up words in a dictionary
What the different marks in a dictionary mean
How to use a dictionary to pronounce words correctly
Buy this book and help children with their education.
What's more, you'll just pay 60% for it before May 10, 2016
1. " _________ " can tell you what to do if you are tired of a subject.| A．Study Skills for Life |
| B．Basic Study Guidebook |
| C．Learning How to Learn |
| D．How to Use a Dictionary Picture Book for Children |
| A．$55.8 | B．$93 |
| C．$71 | D．$60 |
| A．help children learn English |
| B．help children learn about nature |
| C．use a dictionary to pronounce correctly |
| D．sell these books to the children |
【推荐2】If you want to find a book for your sons or daughters, here are some books that you can choose from.
Charlie Thorne and the Last Equation
by Stuart Gibbs
The CIA is on a task to find an equation (方程式), which could destroy the world if the bad people get it. For help, they turn to Charlie, a 12-year-old girl who is as smart as Albert Einstein. Children who like exciting mysteries will enjoy reading this book.
AstroNuts
by Jon Scieszka and Steven Weinberg
In AstroNuts, the Earth has been destroyed by humans for thousands of years. Four animals set out from Mount Rushmoret the main office of NASA. Their task is to find a new planet fit for human life. Finally, they discover one: Plant Planet. The story s topic is simple: Don’t harm the planet. Readers who love science fiction (科幻小说) enjoy AstroNuts.
Stargazing
by Jen Wang
Christine hears that Moon, who is new in town, is the kind of kid who beats people up for fun. But Moon and her mum come to live with Christine’s family, and the two kids become best friends. Moon even shares a big secret with Christine. Stargazing is based on Jen Wang’s experiences as a child. The story is about the power of friendship.
Roll with It
by Jamie Sumner
Roll with It is a story about a 12-year-old girl named Ellie. She has difficulty walking on her own and uses a wheelchair. When Ellie and her mum move to another state to take care of Ellie’s grandpa, she must learn to deal with a new school and new friendships. This book is a must-read for everyone. It's a heartwarming story that really shows the value of family.
1. Whose book tells exciting mysteries?| A．Stuart Gibbs. | B．Jon Scieszka. | C．Jen Wang. | D．Jamie Sumner. |
| A．Stargazing. | B．AstroNuts. |
| C．Roll with It. | D．Charlie Thome and the Last Equation. |
| A．It mainly discusses animals’ stories. |
| B．It includes much scientific knowledge. |
| C．It is mainly about how to make friends. |
| D．It is connected with the author’s own experiences. |
| A．She has to solve problems faced in a new place. |
| B．She has trouble communicating with others. |
| C．She is carefully looked after by her grandpa. |
| D．She doesn’t want to go to another slate. |
| A．Salesgirls. | B．Teachers. | C．Parents. | D．Waiters. |
【推荐3】The sky is blue, and the sunshines on the street in Paris, where Mr. Gallais has been selling old classic books to tourists for more than 30 years.
Locals and tourists around the world would come to Mr. Gallai’s shop and 230 other open-air booksellers’ to buy book. However, because of the lockdown regulations to control the COVID-19 pandemic, the booksellers had to face the problem of losing the business and living difficulties these years.
“Sales have decreased by an average of 80 percent this year,” Mr. Gala is said, “which is throwing many booksellers into dangerous situations.” Still, some booksellers want to work. They are eager to keep the tradition that dates back to the l6th century. Many of the booksellers are retired workers living on pensions (养老金). They gather literature books and magazines. A growing number of people in their 30s and 40s have joined their ranks. They want to feel free from working outside an office in rain or shine.
Even before the pandemic, the booksellers were fighting with the cultural changes that people don’t read paper books as much as they used to. If they do read paper books, most readers will often choose Amazon.com to buy ones.
1. How long has Mr. Gallais been selling old classic books along the bank?| A．More than 16 years. | B．More than 19 years. |
| C．More than 23 years. | D．More than 30 years. |
| A．The booksellers’ competition. | B．The lockdown regulations. |
| C．The trend of a new profession. | D．The popularity of E-books. |
| A．They are not willing to accept advances. |
| B．They are eager to live a challenging life. |
| C．They want to feel free from working outside. |
| D．They can earn a large amount of money. |
| A．Mr. Gallais isn’t a bookseller. |
| B．Middle-aged people don’t join the ranks. |
| C．Retired booksellers don’t gather literature books and magazines. |
| D．Booksellers make efforts to keep the bookselling tradition. |
【推荐1】Family: Poems — by Mr. Keith Keenan
Kindle $0.00; Hardcover $12.50; Paperback $7.00.
The poet describes personal thoughts and feelings in a lyrical journey to understand and celebrate his family. “Family” looks at living honestly in places, not illusions. Figurative (形象的) language, a love of metaphor and sharp images all make the poems work.
Time to Heal — by Aleandra Vasiliu
Kindle $9.99; Hardcover $21.94; Paperback $12.64.
From the bestselling author comes an inspirational poetry book about love, healing, and growth. It is a reminder to strive to change for the better. Featuring more than 130 uplifting poems and black-and-white illustrations, it’s a great companion when you need to embrace self-love and personal transformation.
Seeds from a Birch Tree — by Clark Strand
Kindle $9.99; Hardcover $26.80; Paperback $16.95.
Seeds from a Birch Tree makes nature into a spiritual path. Its message was simple: Haiku teaches us to return to nature by following the seasons — seventeen syllables at a time. With its mix of poetry and memoir (回忆录), the book guides us to the joy hidden in plain sight, leading us to get into a good state of body and mind.
A Poem for Every Day — by Allie Esiri
Kindle $9.99; Hardcover $28.05; Audio CD $18.05.
This audio book is a collection of 366 poems which link to events on key dates—funny for April Fools’ Day, festive for Christmas. This is the perfect gift for poetry lovers of all ages. These poems are informative, peaceful, and energetic!
There are a large number of poetry collections on Amazon. More information, please click here.
1. How much will you pay if you are to buy a hardcover edition of a book on haiku?| A．$12.50. | B．$21.94. | C．$26.80. | D．$28.05. |
| A．Family: Poems features plain language. |
| B．Time to Heal features colorful illustrations. |
| C．Seeds from a Birch Tree focuses on human nature. |
| D．A Poem for Every Day focuses on festive celebrations. |
| A．A marketing website. | B．A literature magazine. |
| C．A book review. | D．A news report. |
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1. Which of the following is NOT included in the rented room in the first ad?
| A．The water machine. | B．The television. |
| C．The computer. | D．The washing machine. |
| A．is a foreigner from England |
| B．has rich experience in management |
| C．is looking for a job in England |
| D．can be connected by phone |
| A．The candidates have a probationary period. |
| B．The ad lasts to July 18th, 2018. |
| C．It is the only ad that makes people contact the company through emails. |
| D．The candidates need to show their past experiences. |
| A．It informs the tourists of their visas. |
| B．It calls on those who have tourist visas to change the visas into business visas. |
| C．It wants to call the tourist visas back. |
| D．It means to show a new kind of tourist visa. |
【推荐3】The best desks make it easy to work and learn from home We’ve selected some of the best desks to suit every lifestyle and office
Coavas Industrial Folding Desk $78.95
If you’re looking for a simple, functional workspace that takes up small room, then the Coavas Industrial Folding Desk is the perfect solution. Yes, almost no assembly (组装) required — just fix the plastic board surface onto the black metal frame and you’re all set. The desk is conveniently transported.
IKEA Pahl Desk $49.99
The IKEA Pahl Desk is meant for children to use with them growing up, which can be adjusted to the maximum height of almost 28.5 inches. The design is clean and simple, perfect for anyone who just needs a large, flat workspace. And like many other IKEA products, the Pahl desk can be paired with other units like a desktop shelf or cabinet (柜) add-on.
Latitude Run Sauve Floating Desk $160
If your room is really jam-packed, a floating desk is a good option. They’re mounted to the wall and fold up when not in use Once the Latitude Run Sauve Floating Desk is folded out, it becomes a convenient surface for typing on a laptop, working on crafts or even eating meals. When you need space, just fold it backup and it becomes a chalkboard-fronted cabinet.
Topsky Computer Desk $179.99
The Topsky Computer Desk is our choice for best desk overall due to its combination of design and durability. The very large surface area is made of thick solid wooden board and the frame is made of strengthened steel. The feet are adjustable in case your floors are uneven. A handy shelf can hold books and other supplies, while a metal cable hole cover keeps computer wires organized and out of sight.
1. What do Coavas Industrial Folding Desk and Latitude Run Sauve Floating Desk have in common?| A．They are light. | B．They save space. |
| C．They have beautiful designs. | D．They can be used as chalkboards. |
| A．Coavas Industrial Folding Desk | B．IKEA Pahl Desk |
| C．Latitude Run Sauve Floating Desk | D．Topsky Computer Desk. |
| A．It is strong | B．Its legs are thick |
| C．Its shelf is adjustable. | D．It has a metal surface |
