【推荐1】A couple of years ago, when my older daughter was 8,she gently told my wife and me that she’d gotten too old for us to read her books anymore. We didn’t try to talk her out of it or tell her many benefits of reading aloud to a child (even after they can do so themselves).     1    

Two weeks after stopping our bedtime readings, though, my older daughter asked whether we could start again.     2     As she later explained, “Everyone likes to be read to, even adults.” We’ve continued uninterrupted since. Right now, we’re deep into Philip Pullman’s “The Golden Compass.”

    3     In most of the studies, people found that reading aloud appeared to strengthen parents’ feelings of competence, improve the quality of their relationships with their children and even reduce parental stress or depression.

Reading aloud to children improves a young mind’s cognitive development (thinking, problem-solving, decision-making) and reduces behavior problems, research shows. As with playing board games, reading to them increases concentration and attention spans.

And yet, too many of us stop before the kids want us to.     4    

The conversations children have around themes and ideas in books help them make sense of the world. And it’s a joyful way to connect and be close with your kid. While reading in bed, my daughters and I lie next to each other, sometimes leaning into one another.     5     It’s as high a quality as quality time gets.

A．She simply enjoyed the practice too much to let it go yet.

B．When she was a young child, we began a nearly daily reading called Milk & Books.

C．We were disappointed but respected her.

D．Reading aloud was significantly beneficial to children and their parents.

E．In Australia, more than a third of children aged 6 to 1l whose parents had stopped reading to them wanted to continue.

F．We laugh and are surprised together and have deep conversations about the novels.

G．It’s one of the most virtuous circles of parenting and teaching.

【推荐2】Christine Reynolds worked at the public library in Yosemite National Park. When the government issued shutdown orders to slow the spread of the coronavirus(冠状病毒),   she loaded the back of her car with donated books and began her own mobile library.“I know this may not be conventional, and yet it has worked and I feel of use,”she said.

Across the United States，volunteers are reporting a jump in little free libraries as readers look to pass the time. Made of wood or brick，and placed in front of parks or in the trunk of a car， the libraries have seen their small spaces filled with books.

Around 1,000 people live in the Yosemite Valley，where entertainment options are limited and some residents say Christine Reynolds' mobile library and her friendly chats offer a needed break.“I live in a rural area，so the Internet is not a guarantee. The time that some people might fill with online services is not an option for me. I turn to books to fill that gap.” said Connor Timpone, who lives east of Yosemite Valley. “Books have been a bright spot for me.”

“The spaces also have transformed into a new purpose. Readers are leaving can goods and other needed items to assists fellow neighbors. The libraries allow neighbors to help one another without getting physically close,” said Greig Metzger, director of the nonprofit Little Free Library.

Since 2009，tens of thousands of little free libraries have sprung up in the United States and more than   100 countries. The small spaces operate by donation and through volunteers. Volunteers check the free libraries weekly, and the Selection is always different from the week before. Though the work Lakes much effort and time, it is rewarding.

1. What do we know about Christine's library?

A．It follows the traditional practice.

B．It is placed in the back of her car.

C．It mostly consists of her own books.

D．It is sponsored by the National Park.

2. Why is the number of little free libraries rising rapidly?

A．They meet people’s needs on special occasions.

B．They've received a great many donated books.

C．They can be easily constructed in many ways.

D．They can provide access to online services.

3. What is the new function of the little free libraries?

A．Supplying varieties of books.

B．Guaranteeing a needed break.

C．Creating a bond among neighbors.

D．Getting neighbors physically close.

4. How do the libraries operate on a daily basis?

A．With the support of the local government.

B．Through donations and voluntary services.

C．By means of the Participation of local residents.

D．Under the guidance of non-profit organizations.

【推荐3】Magazines can get your students to enter the world of English speakers, read interesting articles and improve their language skills. Today we are going to introduce the most popular magazines that may come in your classes.

Student Weekly

This is a weekly magazine published by a Thai company, which has a history of 25 years. The readers of the magazine are mostly teenagers of middle level. Here you can find articles on the topics of education, entertainment, current affairs, latest events, and song lyrics. In addition, there are also some vocabulary and grammar exercises to memorize the newly learnt material.

National Geographic

The magazine is being published since 1888. It mainly contains articles about geography, science, history and world culture. Its language is a little bit complicated, and that’s why his resource will suit only for higher level students. Apart from articles, you can also find a huge collection of photos of nature.

Reader’s Digest

The magazine was founded in 1922. It is a general-interest family magazine, published ten times a year. Here you will find inspiring true stories about people and what they have done, some funny moments in the lives of personalities. And you can also read articles about how to be responsible parents.

Sunset

This is a lifestyle magazine that first was published in 1898 in the USA. It focuses mainly on traveling, home and gardening, lifestyle, food and drink. The magazine is full of amazing pictures and interesting articles about places in the United States. The magazine is suitable for students with middle or higher levels.

1. What can you find from Reader’s Digest?

A．Real stories.

B．Latest events.

C．Current affairs.

D．Photos of nature.

2. What does Sunset mainly focus on?

A．The vocabulary and grammar exercises.

B．The lifestyle and family life in America.

C．The funny moments in the lives of personalities.

D．The geography, science, history and world culture.

3. It is possible that the readers of the text are ________.

A．teenagers

B．teachers

C．students

D．parents

【推荐3】Finding summer jobs for teenagers has not always been easy, but now you no longer have to worry about what your kid can do to earn their own money．Recently I found some different sites online that offer information about what kids can do．Below is some of that information, along with questions to think about to help you come up with your own ideas．
Ideas for summer work
●Parks and Recreation Programs．
●Babysitting （当临时保姆） during the day of school．
●Working part-time at a day care for the summer．
●Car washing．
●Working at local vegetable stands．
The easiest way for you to find ways for your child to make money is to think about others’ inconveniences （不方便）．Think of things you need done, or would like to have done, and what you would consider paying for these things to get done．Once you have some ideas, you can sit down with your child and talk to them about what they would be interested in doing．Then once you have an idea of what they want to do you can help them come up with fair prices．
Preferably you would want to only have your child working with people you know and trust, or in the least bit you could have your child pick a partner．That way with each of them carrying cell phones, even those without service can call 911, they will be much safer．
You can find out more information and many more ideas for kids to use to make money during their summer holidays by visiting http//www.kidswantmoney.com．
1. The author wrote the passage to _____．

A．share his discoveries online

B．introduce jobs for teenagers

C．advertise a website for teenagers

D．talk about his summer work experience

2. The passage is mainly written for _____．

A．teenagers	B．teachers
C．parents	D．website designers

3. What can we learn about http//www.kidswant-money.com?

A．The author set up the website．

B．It gives information about educating children．

C．People need to pay to visit the website．

D．It offers ideas for children to make money．