【推荐1】Brooklyn Children’s Museum

Founded in 1899 as the country’s first museum specifically made for children, today’s BCM is comprehensive, with a permanent collection of 30,000 objects, including musical instruments, masks and dolls. Kids love the interactive World Brooklyn, a small cityscape lined by stores where children can pretend to be working grown-ups.

Children’s Museum of Manhattan

Looking for interactive art that welcomes curious minds? Then head to Inside Art, the current show up at CMOM, which lets your little ones climb in and over and all around the exhibits. It’s ideas like this that make the 40,000-square-foot so special. Learning about culture, history and science is a pride for kids aged six and under. CMOM also hosts classes—like Gross Biology for kids who are interested in insects—all designed with the latest child-development research in mind.

DiMenna Children’s History Museum

The hands-on displays at this kid-focused arm of the New York Historical Society transport children back through 350 years of US history, with a special focus on NYC. Children are encouraged to climb around and interact with exhibits that highlight the lives of kids who grew up to become famous doctors, athletes and political figures. Little New Yorkers can get in on sing-alongs and crafts. Other family programs include cooking classes, games and story hours.

Staten Island Children’s Museum

Staten Island Children’s Museum nurtures creativity. It offers hands-on experiences like the Block Harbor (plenty of blocks to play with!), larger-than-life games like Connect Four and Dominoes, and even the opportunity to climb through a human-sized anthill or play firefighter at Ladder 11, so you'll find immersive fun around every corner. Don’t forget to stop by Green Living Room powered by the wind energy where the kids can learn about ways to reduce our carbon footprint.

1. Who is most likely to be the target reader of this article?

A．Scholars.

B．Teachers.

C．Parents.

D．Children.

2. In which museum can children learn about the early life of some celebrities?

A．Brooklyn Children’s Museum.	B．Children’s Museum of Manhattan.
C．DiMenna Children’s History Museum.	D．Staten Island Children’s Museum.

3. Which is an advantage of Staten Island Children's Museum?

A．It provides children with real life working experiences.

B．It allows children to immerse themselves in observing ants .

C．It gives lessons on how to develop children’s creativity.

D．It raises children’s awareness of environmental protection.

【推荐3】Events at the Fleet Science Center

Superpower Dogs

Join in an adventure to experience the life-saving superpowers of some of the world’s most amazing dogs on the big screen. No stranger to superheroes himself, Chris Evans narrates (讲述) this inspiring true story about remarkable dogs that save lives.

Time: March 2, 2:00 pm

Price: Adult (Age 13-65) $21; Junior (Age 3-12) $18; Senior (Age 65+) $19

The Sky Tonight

Early show: March 4, 7: 00 pm to 8: 00 pm

Late show: March 4, 8:15 pm to 9:15 pm

Join us for a tour of the solar system. Journey through the universe with us as we explore a new topic each month.

Price: Adult (age 13-65) $19; Junior (Age 3-12) $17; Senior (Age 65+ ) $18

Make-It Workshop

We invite you to stop by Studio X to try your hand at making things. Make-It Workshop activities change monthly and fees vary.

Participants can purchase tickets at Studio X on the day of the workshop.

Time: March 7, 11:30 am to 3:30 pm

Suds & Science

Sometimes, the most interesting discussions occur over a beer or a glass of your favorite wine. That’s the concept behind Suds & Science, a monthly event that brings scientists face-to-face with the general public in a neighborhood bar.

Location: Thorn Brewing, 3176 Thorn St, San Diego, CA 92104

Time: March 8, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

Price: $6 at the door. Food & drinks are available for purchase. Please come early to place your orders at the bar, as staff will not be available to take orders during the event.

1. What can participants do at the event of Suds & Science?

A．Learn something about the solar system.

B．Make something by themselves.

C．Hold a party with their friends.

D．Communicate with scientists.

2. How much should a father aged 45 with a kid aged 12 pay to know about stars and planets?

A．$35.

B．$36.

C．$37.

D．$38.

3. When will the film about dogs start on March 2?

A．At 7:00 pm.	B．At 6:30 pm.
C．At 2:00 pm.	D．At 8:15 pm.

【推荐1】History Fair Competition

Understanding history is vital to understanding ourselves as a people and as a nation. History is much more than the study of dusty old objects and events long past. Thornton Middle School History Fair Competition makes understanding history exciting, engaging, and fun!

This Year’s Theme

All participants must address how communication or transportation technology has promoted the quality of life for Americans throughout history. To many people, technology means computers, hand-held devices, or vehicles that travel to distant planets. However, technology is also the application of scientific knowledge to solve a problem, touching lives in countless ways.

Individuals or groups may enter one of the follow ing categories:

• Performance

• Documentary (纪实作品)

• Essay Writing

Category Requirements

Performance: A dramatic presentation of the topic no more than 10 minutes long. If special clothes are used, they should truly represent a given period.

Doc umentary: A visual presentation (such as a video, slide show, or computer project) no more than 10 minutes long. A desktop computer, screen, projector, and loudspeakers will be available. Students must provide their presentations on CDs before Friday, March 23.

Essay Writing : An academic paper of 2,000 to 2,500 w ords. No illustrations ( 图解)are allowed. Please do not include covers. A list of references must be included.

Important Dates

February 5 Submit a first draft of your essay, performance script ( 剧本), or documentary highlights.

February 19 A committee of teachers will evaluate materials and give opinions. Students then have an opportunity to improve their products.

March 9 Submit a final draft of your essay.

March 15 Performance and documentary committee preview

March 24 Thornton Middle School History Fair Competition

7:00 A.M. — 9:00 A.M. Participants signing in at the gym

10:00 A.M. — 6:00 P.M. Competition and judges’ review

7:00 P.M. Awards ceremony and picnic

1. What is the theme of this year ’s competition?

A．Technology advances science.

B．Science interacts w ith technology.

C．Science has made the study of history easy.

D．Technology has improved the life of Americans.

2. What w ould a participant have to do with an essay of 1,500 words to meet the category requirement?

A．Include more information in the essay.	B．Remove the references.
C．Provide a cover for the essay.	D．Explain the details w ith illustrations.

3. What will the committee of teachers do on February 19?

A．Preview performances and documentaries.

B．Make comments on the materials.

C．Improve the participant’s first draft.

D．Collect a second proposal from the participant.

【推荐2】Wildlife Photographer of the Year Competition

Take part in the world–famous Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition–open to young photographers from 4 January to 25 February 2016. For more than 50 years, Wildlife Photographer of the Year has championed honest and positive wildlife photograph. The competition rewards artistic innovation and technical excellence.

Ages and submissions. Open to photographers aged 17 and under. Submissions can range from animal portraiture, action or behavior, as well as the wider habitats of wildlife, to artistic accounts of the natural world.

Rules and translation. Read the rules before entering the competition and submitting images. The competition categories and rules are translated into 12 languages. You can download them as PDFs below.

Awards and prizes. Handsome awards, global recognition, chances to enjoy widespread coverage in the media and online and to take center stage at the Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards ceremony held on 24 May in the Natural History Museum building in London.

Key dates. Competition closes on 25 February 2016 at 11:30 GMT. Original and high–resolution files requested from 29 March until 11:30 GMT 8 April 2016. Winners will be contacted by 13 May 2016.

Keep up to date with the latest Wildlife Photographer of the Year news on our blog, or find us on Twitter and Facebook.
1. Who can take part in the competition?

A．Old artists.	B．London locals.
C．Wildlife protectors.	D．Young photographers.

2. When will the prize–giving ceremony be held?

A．On 25 February.	B．On 24 May.
C．On 13 May.	D．On 29 March.

3. Where does the passage come from?

A．A magazine.	B．A newspaper.
C．A website.	D．A guidebook.

【推荐1】Nine Pints

Author: Rose George

Price $ 55 (20 percent discount for 3 or more)

If you’re like me, you’ll enjoy his deep dive into what makes up our blood by a British journalist with an especially personal connection and special job experiences to the subject. It’s filled with super-interesting facts that will leave you with a new appreciation of blood in the body.

A Gentleman in Moscow

Author: Amor Towles

Price $ 50 (10 percent discount for 2 or more)

It seems everyone that I know has read this book. Towles’s novel about a nobleman sentenced to life under house arrest is fun, clever, and surprisingly optimistic. Even if you don’t enjoy reading about Russia as much as I do. A Gentleman in Moscow is an amazing story that anyone can enjoy.

President of War

Author: Michael Beschloss

Price $ 60(10 percent discount for 2, and 25 percent for 3 or more)

My Interest in all aspects of the Vietnam War is the main reason I decided to pick up this book. By the time I finished it, I learned a lot not only about Vietnam but about the eight major conflicts (冲突) the U.S. entered between the turn of the 19th century and the 1970s.

The Future of Capitalism (资本主义)

Author: Paul Collier

Price $ 75 (10 percent discount for 2, and 25 percent for 3 or more)

Collier’s newest book is a thought-provoking (发人深省的) look at a hot topic. Although I don’t agree with him about everything-I think his analysis is better than his recommended solutions-his background as a developed economist and a former director at the World Bank gives him a smart viewpoint on where capitalism is headed, which is detailed in the book.

1. Who will most probably buy Nine Pints?

A．Graduates wanting a job.

B．People interested in driving.

C．Journalists seeking for news.

D．Students majoring in biology.

2. Which book will cost least if you want to buy two copies?

A．Nine Pints.	B．A Gentleman in Moscow.
C．President of War.	D．The Future of Capitalism.

3. What do we know about the author of the last book?

A．His book is mainly about hot conflicts.

B．His background is detailed in the book.

C．His working experience helps with his writing.

D．His opinions on capitalism aren’t recognized.

【推荐2】Here come four most popular clubs in our school! Join us, and we will help you to find your own shining points, lead you to find beauty and to create beauty, and make your campus life as fulfilling and happy as a dream.

Basketball Club

Students will be able to develop their basketball skills further and have the opportunity to compete in basketball games with members from other international schools in Beijing. The club will be available to 10-16 members from Grades 5 to 8, and will practice twice weekly.

Public Speaking Club

The Public Speaking Club will be centered around the personal development of students along with developing public speaking skills. The club will be interested in focusing on all skills in delivering better speeches and improving communication skills. The club will be available to 10-12 members from Grades 7 to 12, and will meet once weekly (Wednesday).

Yoga Club

Yoga not only improves balance, flexibility, and joint stability, but also serves as a peaceful escape from the stress of daily life. Our students will have the chance to physically exercise while reducing some stress from their life. The club will be available to 10-16 members from Grades 7 to 12, and will meet once weekly (Tuesday).

Media Club

The Media Club teaches students the basics of journalism. The club engages in a wide range of activities like interviewing teachers and students, writing about big events on campus, and operating the weekly school radio broadcasts. The club will be available to 8-12 members from Grades 6 to 12 and will meet once weekly (Monday).

1. Which club will attract students who want to get both mental and physical benefits?

A．Basketball Club.

B．Public Speaking Club.

C．Yoga Club.

D．Media Club.

2. What will club members do at the Media Club?

A．Set up a school radio.	B．Write imaginary stories.
C．Learn public speaking skills.	D．Interview teachers and students.

3. Where can the text be found?

A．In a school introduction.	B．In a research paper.
C．In a history textbook.	D．In a guidebook.