【推荐1】4 Projects to Bring Fresh Inspiration into Students

PetWise Award

The PetWise Award project is a fun, free educational resource (资源) aimed at primary-aged children, although anyone is welcome to take part. It not only teaches students how to keep their pets happy and healthy but also about careers where they can work with animals. It includes four easy-to-follow levels, each with its own downloadable resources, which can be used in everyday lessons. Visit pdsa.org.uk.

The Link

The Link is the only specialist speech and language magazine written for schools. Posted free of charge, termly, to every UK primary school to share with students and teachers, the magazine provides professional and helpful knowledge about speech, language and communication skill. Visit speechandlanguage.info.

Fiver Challenge

The Fiver Challenge aims to help young people to develop a wide set of skills using real-life contexts. Pupils are encouraged to use their creativity by developing an idea that helps them to engage with (与……有密切关系) their local communities and develop new financial (金融的) skills through practical learning opportunities. The project’s free resources can be used flexibly (灵活地), offering students the ease and confidence to develop business knowledge. Visit fiverchallenge.org.uk.

Encounter Edu Live

Encounter Edu live lessons create “wow moments” in the classroom. Bringing new knowledge and a changing planet direct to thousands of children, Encounter Edu’s free classes have travelled to farms, the deep ocean and even outer space. Encounter Edu believes that live lessons bring book learning to life and improve traditional learning. Visit encounteredu.com.

1. Which website should you visit if you are an animal lover?

A．pdsa.org.uk.

B．speechandlanguage.info.

C．fiverchallenge.org.uk.

D．encounteredu.com.

2. What can students do with the help of The Link?

A．Experience farm work.	B．Offer community services.
C．Improve communication skills.	D．Get knowledge about pet care.

3. What do the listed projects have in common?

A．They offer free resources.	B．They are very popular worldwide.
C．They are designed for college students.	D．They have got great support from local schools.

【推荐2】Many students find it difficult to learn English. Some of them even want to give up. They wonder how they can learn it well. Here are four English classes in Yucai Training Center. Have a look, maybe they can help you to improve it.

Class 1: For speaking Time: 7:30 p.m. — 9:30 p.m. every Tuesday Teacher: John Smith (the USA) Price: ￥150 for a month Introduction: In this class, you will learn how to talk with others in English and how to sing English songs.	Class 2: For reading Time: 8:00 p.m. — 10:00 p.m. on Mondays Teacher: Jeff Green (the UK) Price: ￥180 for 6 weeks Introduction: We’ll tell you some useful reading strategies and skills. Some for daily reading and some for exam reading.
Class 3: For listening Time: 7:00 p.m. — 8:30 p.m. on Wednesdays Teacher: Lin Tao (CHN) Price: ￥100 for 3 weeks Introduction: This class will give you some helpful advice to practice listening.	Class 4: For writing Time: 7:00 p.m. — 9:00 p.m. every Thursday Teacher: Rose (Australia) Price: ￥120 for 4 weeks Introduction: Rose is an experienced teacher. She has her special ways for you to improve your writing. She is also here to be your pen pal.
For more information, you can read tomorrow’s newspaper or contact Mr. Zheng at 0769-6653221 or e-mail him at yucai@126.com.

1. The teacher from _______ can teach you to improve your spoken English.

A．the USA

B．the UK

C．CHN

D．Australia

2. If you want to join all the classes in this training center, you should pay _____ for them?

A．180

B．480

C．550

D．650

3. Which is the correct order for the class in Yucai Training Center according to the time you can join in?
① Class 1: For speaking       
② Class 2: For reading
③ Class 3: For listening       
④ Class 4: For writing

A．①②③④

B．②①③④

C．②①④③

D．③④②①

4. Which of the following is NOT true?

A．In Class 1, you can learn to sing English songs.

B．In Class 2, you will learn how to deal with reading in the exams.

C．In Class 3, you can practice speaking.

D．In Class 4, you can write to the teacher.

5. You can read this advertisement _________.

A．in a storybook	B．in a newspaper
C．in a magazine	D．on the Internet

【推荐3】These novels focus on the excitement and drama of returning to class.

The First Rule of Punk

By Celia C. Pérez

(Puffin Books)

On the first day at her new middle school, Malú upsets a popular classmate and violates the dress code with her punk style. Her dad reminds her of the first rule of punk: Be yourself. Will keeping his advice in mind help Malú have a better rest of the school year? Ages 10 and up.

It’s the First Day of School...Forever!

By R. L. Stine

(Square Fish)

This classic book from the author of the Goosebumps series is filled with suspense and humor. Every day, Artie wakes up and the same thing happens — he bumps his head and gets ready for the first day of fifth grade. A twist ending helps explain why nothing changes from day to day. Ages 8–12.

New Kid

By Jerry Craft

(Quill Tree Books)

On the first day at a fancy prep school, Jordan realizes he’s one of only a handful of Black students. He doesn’t feel like he fits in with his classmates or his old friends in the neighborhood. Will he continue to feel stuck between the two worlds? This book is the only picture novel to win the famous Newbery Medal. Ages 8–12.

Save Me a Seat

By Sarah Weeks and Gita Varadarajan

(Scholastic)

If you’re a fan of Fish in a Tree, you may enjoy this novel about two fifth graders. Ravi recently moved from India to New Jersey and feels like an outsider. Joe gets looked down upon because he needs extra help at school. As time passes, they realize they may share a lot in common. Ages 8–12.

1. Whose book is suitable for a 15-year-old boy?

A．R. L. Stine’s.	B．Jerry Craft’s.
C．Celia C. Pérez’s.	D．Sarah Weeks and Gita Varadarajan’s.

2. Which probably attracts a kid most if he loves pictures?

A．New Kid.	B．Save Me a Seat.
C．The First Rule of Punk.	D．It’s the First Day of School...Forever!

3. In the novel Save Me a Seat, how do Ravi and Joe become friends?

A．They are familiar with each other.	B．They both come from India.
C．They are quiet in class.	D．They both encounter challenges.

【推荐1】Martín Ramírez from Argentina

I think it is okay for scientists to grow genetically-engineer food because they can develop better food and this can help with the hunger problem all around the world. Scientists can help us to have more and better meats to eat by cloning only the superior animals. I don’t think that we should worry so much about genetically-engineered food.

Angela Fernandez from Mexico

I don’t know whether the tomatoes we find in supermarkets are genetically manipulated or not. What I do know is that they are very bad! A tomato grown with sun and soil is much better. In the case of strawberries, actually, most strawberries we can find are very tasty. I guess, however, they have been genetically manipulated, too.

Vera Sorokina from Russia

If we manipulate vegetable genes, we can also do with human genes. So, it may be possible that a substance which is left in food could get into a human body while the person is eating. Then, is it possible that this substance could modify the person’s genetic structure?

Pinar Müfftler from Turkey

I don’t agree with the idea that scientists should not grow genetically-engineered food because it is not safe. If they want to make progress, they should do experiments. It’s important to keep trying. If they don’t keep trying, they will never be able to develop new technologies. Maybe these technologies won’t be successful in the beginning, but if scientists keep trying, they will develop new ways.

1. Of the people above, who is obviously against genetically-engineered food?

A．Pinar Müfftler from Turkey.	B．Martín Ramírez from Argentina.
C．Vera Sirotkina from Russia.	D．Angela Fernandez from Mexico.

2. As far as Pinar Müfftler is concerned, 　　　.

A．developing such food is a better way to solve world hunger

B．experimenting on such food shouldn’t be allowed

C．new technologies will make such food safer to eat

D．this kind of food is much better and tastier

3. What do we infer about Martín Ramírez?

A．He doubts whether such food is safe.	B．He worries that the crops will spoil.
C．He doesn’t like vegetables and fruits.	D．He is in favour of cloning animals.

【推荐2】Student Volunteer and Internship (实习) opportunities

Each year, JPR (Jefferson Public Radio) provides opportunities for SOU (Southern Oregon University) students to get involved with the radio station through work, volunteering or to receive course credits.

Student Opportunities

*Music Library Manager

Assist JPR’s Music Director in maintaining the station’s library of over 35,000 albums. Organizational skills are of utmost importance in this position. The duties include categorizing new records, keeping the library in tidy working order, and helping to acquire new digital music submissions.

*Programming Assistant

Assist the station’s Program Director in various marketing-related tasks, including social media, graphic design, community outreach, student engagement awareness, and other duties.

*Music Program Host

Occasionally, JPR has an opportunity for a student to host one of our music programs. This requires in-depth knowledge of the music JPR features, a pleasant, engaging vocal style, and a fairly flexible schedule both for training, and for possible on-air opportunities.

*Music Director Assistant

Review new music added to the JPR music library for lyrical content unacceptable for broadcast, and label songs according to station policy.

Information

*For Course Credits

If you are seeking credits for your work with JPR, you must design a program with your professor(s) around one of the available options. If you would like to do this, please send an email to jprinfo@sou.edu with your information, the option you are interested in, which class and professor(s) you will be doing the work for and their contact information.

*Not for Course Credits

If you are not seeking credits, you can work with JPR staff to create a volunteer agreement. Please send an email to jprinfo@sou.edu with your information and the option you are interested in.

1. What is required of a Music Library Manager?

A．Possessing great organizational skills.

B．Hosting a music program independently.

C．Labeling songs according to station policy.

D．Reviewing new music added to the JPR music library.

2. Which position is responsible for marketing-related tasks?

A．Programming Assistant.	B．Music Library Manager.
C．Music Program Host.	D．Music Director Assistant.

3. What should a student candidate seeking course credits include in his or her email?

A．A volunteer agreement.	B．A professor’s contact information.
C．An introduction to a finished program.	D．A recommendation litter from a professor.

【推荐3】As the second largest city of the Republic of Korea, Busan draws global attention. Here are some routes for visitors to have fun.

The First Route

Start off at the Haeundae Beach, where you can take a walk, sip a coffee, or try local fishcakes before heading up to BUSAN X the SKY. This observatory occupies the top floors of the city’s highest structure, where you’l1 be attracted by the wonderful urban views. You can also visit the old Haedong Yonggunsa Temple along the route.

The Second Route

With its popular Songdo Cable Car moving quickly over the water to a park, this route offers amazing views of the city’s traditional core. It’s just a quick taxi to the Yeongdo Island, home to some of Busan’s oldest neighborhoods, including the Huinnyeoul Culture Village. Overlooking the water, the whole picture that you can see is arguably the most romantic scene.

The Third Route

As a port city, you should head to the old harbor district of Nampo-dong to find its real charm. This is where you’ll find the Jagalchi Market, the open-air seafood market that’s not only a strong wave to the senses but also the city’s living and beating heart. Walk along its gathering as you see fresh seafood from the sea, along with the vendors (摊贩) who sell it all.

The Fourth Route

Shinsegae Centum City is not far from the Gwangalli Beach, a crowded area of sand,cafes, and eateries looking out across the water to the Gwangan Bridge. There will be a cool drone (无人机) show on Saturday in the evening of a hot summer and a fireworks festival in November. For a unique experience, book a sunset stand up paddle boarding (SUP) trip to the bridge back with professional surfers.

1. What do the first two routes have in common?

A．They both have cool drone shows.

B．They both have thrilling water parks.

C．They both have historical attractions.

D．They both have popular coffee stores.

2. What makes the third route special?

A．Its SUP trip above the water.	B．Its open and wide view.
C．Its scenic walking hotspot.	D．Its impressive market.

3. Which route provides the flying object show?

A．The Fourth Route.	B．The Second Route.
C．The Third Route.	D．The First Route.