Scientific educational toys can develop kid’s reasoning, problem-solving and critical thinking capacity and improve their hand-eye coordination(协调). But the most powerful thing is that the children will associate learning with fun. That means they will grow into adults with a thirst for knowledge and a highly developed set of skills for learning. Here are some of the best:
Science Kit
You can guarantee two things if you buy your kids one: a lot of fun and a lot of mess. It’s a 20-piece kit that teaches the basics of chemical reactions. It’s recommended for kids aged 6 and above, with adult company. You don’t have to be a scientist, since there is an activity book with instructions for possible experiments.
Mini Terra Kit
You don’t have to wait for the sun to come out to teach kids about the natural world. This all-inclusive kit is a miniature garden that simulates a natural environment by using a powerful LED light. It includes a terrarium jar, light-up jar lid, Micro USB charger, and all the natural ingredients to get started. It also has a simple instruction booklet that you can work through with your kids.
Gravity Run
This classic is not just about building a structure and watching the marbles go up and down. The games are designed for kids aged 8+ to develop spatial awareness, planning, and reasoning. With 60 challenges(beginner to expert), this award-winning game can be enjoyed by all the family. The expert levels are actually quite challenging, so be prepared for some failures.
WeRo Kit
This prize-winning robot toy features over 840 pieces, a WeRo Move Hub, Interactive Moto, and a Distance Sensor. You can build it into 5 completely different robots, meaning endless fun for the kids and even adults. Once they’ve built the character of their choice, they can programme it to perform countless tasks including walking and talking on its own.
1. What is the greatest strength of scientific educational toys?| A．Training young scientists. | B．Stimulating learning desire |
| C．Developing hand-eye coordination. | D．Promoting spatial awareness and reasoning. |
| A．Science kit | B．Mini Terra Kit | C．Gravity Run | D．WeRo Kit |
| A．It has different levels. | B．It is the only prize-winner. |
| C．It requires parental guidance. | D．It involves programming skills. |
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An acrobatic(杂技)show:To celebrate its 50th anniversary,the China Acrobatic Troupe will present“The Soul of China”,where the seemingly impossible is made real.Chills(寒意)will run down your spine(脊柱)as you watch breathlessly as performers take their art and their bodies to the edge.
Time:7:30 pm,September 13—19
Place:the Capital Theatre,22 Wangfujing Dajie,Dongcheng District
Exhibitions
Joint show:An ink painting exhibition is running at the Huangshicheng Art Gallery in Beijing.About 50 works by 25 young artists including Ge Yun and Yu Yang jare on display.
Time:9 am—5 pm,until September 10
Place:the Huangshicheng Art Gallery,136 Nanchizi Dajie,Dongcheng District
Oil paintings:The Wanfang Art Gallery will host a joint show of oil paintings by 10 young and middle-aged artists.On display are more than 30 of their latest works,which capture(捕捉)the wondrous variety of life in unique styles.
Time:9 am—4 pm,until September 15
Place:136 Nanchizi Dajie,Dongcheng District
Literature museum:The National Museum of Modern Chinese Literature offers an in-depth study of the evolution of Chinese contemporary literature from 1919 to 1949.
Time:9 am—4 pm,daily
Place:45 Anyuan Donglu,Chaoyang District(Shaoyaoju area)
Concerts
Beijing rocks:“The Fashion Night of Chinese Rock”is set to bring rock fans out by the thousands next month.Nine Chinese rock bands will perform at the concert,including older generation bands,middle generation and some recent arrivals.The audience will be given a chance to decide what songs they want to hear,which is sure to bring a storm.
Time:September 16
Place:the Olympic Centre
Belgium Orchestra:La Petite Bande,the Baroque Orchestra of Belgium,will perform in Beijing at the Grand Theatre of the Cultural Palace of Nationalities as part of activities across the world in memory of the 250th anniversary of Bach’s death.
Time:7:30 pm,September 11—14
Place:the Grand Theatre of the Cultural Palace of Nationalities
1. How will the audience feel about the acrobatic show mentioned here?
| A．Unexpected things will make them excited and surprised. |
| B．Something strange will puzzle everyone,including scientists. |
| C．When they watch it,they will certainly feel cold. |
| D．Even the bravest ones will be too frightened to go on watching. |
| A．it will let the audience choose the performers and the music |
| B．it is to be held in memory of one of the greatest musicians |
| C．it will certainly cause a rock storm throughout China |
| D．it is to bring thousands of rock fans out of their homes |
| A．Three. | B．Four. | C．Five. | D．Six. |
lh 34min | Drama, Music | 9 October 2020 (USA)
Storyline: A Filipina teen from a small Texas town fights to pursue her dreams as a country music performer while having to decide between staying with her family or leaving the only home she has known.
Ticket Price: children (ages 2-12) $8, adults (ages 13&up) $15
2 Hearts (2020)
lh 40min | Drama, Romance | 16 October 2020 (USA)
Storyline: For two couples the future unfolds in different decades and different places, but a hidden connection will bring them together in a way no one could have predicted. Based on an inspirational true story, 2 Hearts is a romantic journey that celebrates life, love and generosity of spirit, and challenges audiences to believe miracles are possible.
Ticket Price: children (ages 2-12) $8, adults (ages 13&up) $12
The War with Grandpa (2020)
lh 34min | Comedy, Drama, Family | 9 October 2020 (USA)
Storyline ： Peter is thrilled that Grandpa is coming to live with his family. That is, until Grandpa moves into Peter's room, forcing him upstairs into the creepy attic. And though he loves his grandpa, he wants his room back - so he has no choice but to declare war. With the help of his friends, Peter devises outrageous plans to make Grandpa surrender the room. But Grandpa is tougher than he looks. Rather than give in, Grandpa plans to get even.
Ticket Price: children (ages 2-12) $13, adults (ages 13&up) $18
Honest Thief (2020)
1h 39min | Action, Crime, Drama | 16 October 2020 (USA)
Storyline： They call him the In-and-Out-Bandit because he has stolen $9 million from small-town banks while managing to keep his identity a secret. But after he falls in love with the bubbly Annie (Kate Walsh), Tom decides to be honest, only to be cheated by two ruthless FBI agents.
Ticket Price: children (ages 2-12) $6, adults (ages 13&up) $14 More information, please click here.
1. Which might interest Lily who enjoys music?
| A．Yellow Rose. | B．2 hearts. | C．The War with Grandpa. | D．Honest Thief. |
| A．$50 | B．$62 | C．$40 | D．$46 |
| A．It falls in the category of “drama." | B．It is based on a true story. |
| C．It is a crime movie. | D．Its tickets are free of charge. |
【推荐3】Many libraries around the world are as amazing in their architecture and organization as they are in the huge amount of knowledge they contain. With shelves and shelves of books, various collections and amazing historical and cultural displays, there are plenty of undiscovered wonders. More information of them is just a click away.
Beinecke Rare Book Library (New Haven, Connecticut)
Yale University has one of the most beautiful college campuses in America, and one of its most interesting features is the Beinecke Rare Book Library. It is one of the largest buildings in the world devoted to rare books and manuscripts of famous people. From 2015-16 the library building was closed for 18 months for major improvement. Inside there is a statue of its main founder that rises up high.
Vennesla Library (Vennesla, Norway)
Located near the southernmost tip of Norway, Vennesla Library is more than a collection of books — it’s a city cultural center and meeting place. The building hosts a coffee shop, open meeting spaces, classrooms for children and adult education courses, and a cinema. It is mainly built out of wood. The long, thin beams on the inside were designed to look like the inside of a whale.
Suzzallo Library (Seattle)
Among the many beautiful features of the campus at the University of Washington, such as its cherry flowers and a light rail station, Suzzallo Library was built in the Collegiate Gothic style. Its buttresses are decorated with 18 statues featuring famous academics and writers such as Plato, Shakespeare, Leonardo da Vinci, Dante, Galileo, Beethoven, Isaac Newton and Charles Darwin.
Library of Muyinga (Muyinga, Burundi)
A school for deaf children, the Library of Muyinga in Burundi was built with local techniques and traditions. A rope hammock that hangs between the first and second floors of the library serves as part of the children’s reading room, a great place for indoor activities.
1. What makes Vennesla Library different from others?| A．It is built in the shape of a whale. | B．It is mainly intended for children |
| C．It is a kind of culture complex. | D．It is located within the campus. |
| A．Vennesla Library. | B．Beinecke Rare Book Library. |
| C．Library of Muyinga. | D．Suzzallo Library. |
| A．A travel brochure. | B．A culture magazine. |
| C．A historical book. | D．A website. |
【推荐1】Are you one of the millions of people that start shopping for Halloween before school even starts? Insights from a study stated that more than a third of consumers will start buying Halloween products in September or earlier.
According to the survey, the majority of shoppers planned to purchase Halloween items from discount ,specialty, and department stores. Others take inspiration from an online search starting as early as August in some cases. This is good news for stores who get to reap the profits, though.
Roberta Gleicher, a district manager, said as a customer, she finds it annoying that stores put out decorations in August — but as a business consultant (顾问), she recommends they do so. “Stores try to keep customers in there as long as possible because the more time they spend, the more they will shop and buy. Once they, re shopping, they see holiday decorations and get in the holiday spirit,“ Gleicher says. This is true for women, especially, Gleicher noted. Women tend to take their time, look around, and compare price - whereas men buy and get out, she added.
“The store wants the customer to associate buying decorations. They want customers to think, 'Oh yeah, this store has decorations, let's shop there,'” Gleicher says. "And if they do the displays well enough, it will encourage shoppers to make impulse purchases.
Another reason why stores display howling ghouls (食尸鬼) in the summer heat is out of pure competition. Stores don't have a choice because it's almost guaranteed that competitors will get the buck. Once shoppers buy a product, they've bought it — and don't need to go elsewhere, Gleicher said.
“If more competitors keep pushing it earlier and earlier, it could end up starting in July," Gleicher says. "The longer they can extend the season, the better it is for their sales.”
1. What can we learn from the survey?| A．Some consumers purchase Halloween items early. |
| B．The majority of customers prefer shopping online. |
| C．Customers purchase Halloween products only for discount. |
| D．A few shoppers buy Halloween items from department stores. |
| A．To help customers get relaxed. |
| B．To compete with other online stores. |
| C．To attract women to buy more holiday decorations. |
| D．To get customers in the holiday atmosphere and buy products. |
| A．More competitors extend Halloween from August. |
| B．Stores display decorations early due to competition. |
| C．Decorations will encourage men to make impulse purchases. |
| D．Shoppers definitely won't go elsewhere once they buy a product. |
| A．An advertisement. | B．A lecture. | C．A text-book. | D．A news report. |
【推荐2】According to a sales report from askci.com on 2018’s Double Eleven, the national shopping day, women’s down garments(羽绒服)were among the top 10 hit products.
Although most down garments can make people look big and fat, you could choose longer ones for a slimming look. For colors, metallic colors are more stylish and pair more easily with other street-style outfits.
| A．How to be stylish? |
| B．Ducks do not eat clean diet, which could give their feathers a strong smell. |
| C．Not everyone prefers wearing down garments. |
| D．Where to choose your down garment? |
| E．What’s the difference between the down from these two creatures? |
| F．They have been popular for many years in China. |
| G．All you need is warmth. |
【推荐3】Buying an umbrella may seem a simple process for most people.
You’d better first consider how often the umbrella will be used. If you live in an area with infrequent rain, then an inexpensive telescopic (折叠式) umbrella is probably the best choice. If you live in Seattle or other rainy climates, you will naturally want a very strong umbrella.
If you want to make a fashion statement by using a designer umbrella, you will pay even more.
If you are selecting an umbrella for very young children, don’t spend a lot of money on it. The chances are that inappropriate use of a small umbrella will result in breakage, or frequently, umbrellas are lost at school. Perhaps the best bet for them is the Totes umbrellas, which are telescopic.
| A．Many favor telescopic umbrellas. |
| B．Whether to choose a large umbrella is highly individual. |
| C．They are sold with a cover and can easily fit into backpacks. |
| D．Generally, a good-quality umbrella will cost you about 40 USD. |
| E．Some rules must be observed if you walk through busy areas in the rain. |
| F．Besides, you’d better choose one that is not easily blown away by high winds. |
| G．However, selecting the correct one will avoid trouble when the rainy season starts. |
【推荐1】How to Use a Modern Public Library
Has it been a while since your last visit to a public library? If so, you may be surprised to learn that libraries have changed for the better. It’s been years since they were dusty little rooms with books. They have transformed themselves into places where you can develop your love of knowledge, meet interesting people, or find out how to start a business.
Check out a book. While libraries still loan out books, you’ll find it easier to get a copy of whatever you’re looking for, thanks to a cooperative network of area libraries. Via such networks, libraries share their books with each other through the use of delivery vehicles. Once the book you’ve requested is delivered to the nearest branch, they will inform you by e-mail, so you can pick it up.
Check out other items. The library is now a multimedia zone, loaded with information in many formats (载体形式). You can borrow movies on DVDs, music on CDs, and popular magazines. Some libraries even loan out toys and games. If a popular magazine you want isn’t offered and the library keeps a list of such requests, they may bring it in when enough interest is shown.
Join targeted reading groups. Libraries will often hold reading-group sessions aimed at various age groups. Perhaps you’d like to learn a language or improve your English. The library may sponsor a language group you could join. If you have difficulties reading, ask about special reading opportunities. Your library might be able to accommodate you. And you might find it relaxing to bring your small kid to a half-hour Story Time while you sit quietly in a corner with a good book.
Start a business using the help of your local library. If you want to have a business of your own, your local library can become a launch space for it. In library books and computers, you can find information on starting a business. Many libraries will help you with locally supplied information about business management shared through chambers of commerce (商会) and government agencies, and they will offer printing, faxing and database services you need.
1. Public libraries connected by a cooperative network benefit readers by______.| A．sharing their books on the Internet |
| B．giving access to online reading at a library branch |
| C．sending a needed book to a library branch nearby |
| D．making the checkout procedures diverse |
| A．A magazine and an e-book. | B．A game and an oil painting. |
| C．A music CD and a kid’s toy. | D．A DVD and a video player. |
| A．To point out the importance of public libraries. |
| B．To encourage people to work in public libraries. |
| C．To call for the modernization of public library systems. |
| D．To introduce the improved services of public libraries. |
【推荐2】Volunteering at Mount Vernon
Open 365 days of the year,Mount Vernon is the most popular historic estate in America. The purpose of the volunteer program is to help protect the historic property. The program has been in existence for nearly 30 years and consists of about 300 active volunteers contributing their time and expertise in almost all of Mount Vernon’s departments.
Volunteers:
Must be 16 years or older.
Must contribute at least 25 hours per year to remain active.
Volunteer Activities
Guest Services
Mount Vernon hosts a million-plus visitors. This would not be possible without the assistance of volunteers. Volunteers’ duty is to interact with a wide range of visitors to assess their interests for their visit to Mount Vernon and welcome warmly each guest who comes through the estate’s main gate.
Qualifications:
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to stand for up to four hours
Completion of training related to the post
Sewing Circle
The sewing circle is ideal for people who enjoy making and restoring costuming for Mount Vernon’s historic trades and historic character personnel. Volunteers’ duty is to create and maintain authentic 18th-century style hand-sewn costume accessories(配饰).
Qualifications:
Sewing skills
K-12 and Youth Programs
Volunteers assist the Mount Vernon K-12 anl Youth Learning Team with a variety of programs. Among them,Hands-on-History,which provides visitors aged 3-10 an opportunity to discover George Washington’s Mount Vernon.
Qualifications:
Previous experience as a K-12 educator is desirable.
Library
Fred W.Smith National Library for the Study of George Washington opened in 2013.The library is a resource for scholars,students,and all those interested in George Washington,colonial America, and the Revolutionary and founding eras. Volunteers provide coverage for a large number of support tasks and often provide that all-important first impression for visitors to the library.
Qualifications:
Good interpersonal skills
Experience in using Microsoft Office
1. What is a volunteer required to do in the“Guest Services”?| A．Reply visitors’ complaints. | B．Be friendly to visitors. |
| C．Master basic computer skills. | D．Stand for more than 4 hours. |
| A．A student over 16 years old. | B．A graduate from an art college. |
| C．A woman with sewing skills. | D．A retired high school teacher. |
| A．They aim for preserving Mount Vernon. | B．They are the most popular with visitors. |
| C．They have business training for volunteers. | D．They have been in existence for 30 years. |
【推荐3】Whether you want to spend your new year in a nearby attraction or a distant one, there are plenty of wonderful places for you to lead in 2020.
Nashville, Tennessee
Music City knows how to throw a festive party at any time of year, but over New Year's Eve you can enjoy the annual Jack Daniel's Music City Midnight concert, offering a free show to the public to count down to the new year as a music note drops. In Nashville, the average flight price for January has been under $300 and the average price for a hotel has been under $250.
Laguna Beach, California
If your ideal destination involves sand, surfing, diving or sailing, slip away to Laguna Beach. During New Year’s week you can stay at high-end hotels with reasonable prices. At Casa Laguna Hotel Spa you can take advantage of charge-free beach chairs and breakfast as well as a heated swimming pool. For a more cost-effective stay, consider checking into Laguna Beach Lodge.
Honolulu
New Year's Eve in Honolulu offers a winning combination of festive beachfront fireworks displays and family-friendly amusements. “There are various fun activities specially designed for families with kids of all ages — that’s what makes it well-known,” says Carrie Peters, travel editor at Hotwire.com. Hotel deal site GoSeek.com shows rooms for under $200 per night for stays from Dec 30 to Jan 3, 2020.
Portland, Oregon
For an undisturbed New Year, consider Portland, for the simple reason that you can walk anywhere without being bothered. Plus, you can stay in five-star accommodations without getting your wallet flat. GoSeek.com currently shows nightly rates at the Heathman Hotel, a four-and-a-half-star hotel, at $162 for stays between Dec 30 and Jan. 3, 2020.
1. Which of the following is famous for music?| A．Nashville. | B．Laguna Beach. | C．Honolulu. | D．Portland. |
| A．who are good at cooking | B．who are lacking in money |
| C．who want to kill their time | D．who enjoy water sports |
| A．Festival fireworks. | B．Family-based activities. |
| C．Special theme parks. | D．Selected exhibitions. |
