【推荐1】Welcome to the world-famous house where William Shakespeare was born in l564 and where he grew up. The property (房产) remained in the ownership of Shakespeare’s family until 1806. The House has welcomed visitors traveling from all over the world for over 250 years.

◆Enter through the Visitors’ Centre and see the highly-praised exhibition Shakespeare’s World, a lively and full introduction to the life and work of Shakespeare.

◆Stand in the rooms where Shakespeare grew up.

◆Discover examples of furniture and needlework from Shakespeare’s period.

◆Enjoy the traditional English garden, planted with trees and flowers mentioned in the poet’s works.

OPENING TIMES

20 Mar to 19 Oct

Mon to Sat: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm        Sun: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

20 Oct to 19 Mar

Mon to Sat: 9:30 am to 4:00 pm        Sun: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

The Birthplace is within easy walking distance of all the car parks shown on the map; nearest is Windsor Street (3 minutes’ walk).

The House may present difficulties but the Visitors’ Centre, its exhibition, and the garden are accessible to wheelchair users.

The Shakespeare Coffee House (opposite the Birthplace).

ADMISSION: Adult: ￡4.90 Child: ￡2.20 Family: ￡12.00 (2 adults + up to 3 children)

1. When does the House start to receive visitors on Sunday in December?

A．8:30 am.

B．9:00 am.

C．10:00 am.

D．4:00 pm.

2. Where is the nearest parking place to Shakespeare’s Birthplace?

A．At Windsor Street.	B．Near the Coffee House.
C．Behind the exhibition hall.	D．Opposite the Visitors’ Centre.

3. How much is the admission for a family of two grown-ups and two children?

A．￡9.80.

B．￡12.00.

C．￡13.20.

D．￡16.90.

【推荐2】Teen Art Show

Do you want to see your artwork displayed alongside other teens' artwork? Don't miss your opportunity! Showcase your paintings, sculptures, photographs and other artworks at the Environmental Educational Center. The show will provide an opportunity for artists to network, provide feedback and become a resource for others.

Location: Environmental Educational Center

Activity fee: $25

Night Fishing

Escape the night and join us as we fish at Desert Breeze Park. No experience needed. We will provide the fishing poles, transportation, the bait, help you catch a fish and best of all, teens 14 years and under do not require a license to fish.

Location: Desert Breeze Park

Activity fee: $22

Overnight Snow Trip

Join the City of Chandler in an exciting new trip! We will travel up to Camp Tontozona and   enjoy great food and a campfire in the early evening. Snow play will be the highlight as we explore the snow-filled meadows(草地) of Woods Canyon Lake and sled down small hills in the area. You will be responsible for your own ski/snowboard equipment.

Location: Camp Tontozona

Activity fee: $30

Paintballing

Come out and play paintball with all your friends! Join the City of Chandler as we go to Tempe Indoor Paintball. This is a great way to join in the fun of playing paintball for a low, low cost. All equipment is included. Please wear old clothes because clothes can get dirty easily!

Location: Tempe Paintball

Activity fee: $28

1. In which activity should people take their own ski equipment?

A．Overnight Snow Trip.

B．Teen Art Show.

C．Paintballing.

D．Night Fishing.

2. What can people do in Desert Breeze Park?

A．Meet with famous artists.

B．Play with snow.

C．Play paintball.

D．Go fishing.

3. What is special about Paintballing?

A．It costs the least.

B．It might make your clothes dirty.

C．People can play with friends.

D．People will enjoy a campfire.

【推荐3】Hearst Castle

Hearst Castle is a park on the central California coast and a National Historic Landmark. It was designed by Julia Morgan for William Randolph Hearst from 1919 until 1947. In 1957, the Hearst Corporation donated the fortune to the state of California. Since that time, it has been a state historic park where its large collection of art and antiques are open for public tours. Despite its location far from any urban center, the site attracts roughly one million visitors per year.

Guided Tours

·Tour 1 is recommended for first-time visitors. It now includes the movie, Hearst Castle: Building the Dream.

·Tour 2 gives visitors a closer look at the main house’s upper floors, Mr Hearst’s private suite, the libraries, and the kitchen.

·Tour 3 looks at the Castle’s North Wing, guest rooms and the guest house Casa del Monte.

·Tour 4 includes the impressive gardens and grounds, the largest guest house, the wine basement, and the Hidden Terrace.

·The evening tour is a special tour that allows visitors to experience the castle at night as one of the Hearst’s own visitors might have.

Ticket Prices

Hearst Castle accepts VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Discover. Free day-use parking is available for automobiles, motorcycles, tour buses and recreational (消遣的) vehicles.

Tours	Adult	Aged 6〜17
Tour 1	$ 24	$ 12
Tour 2, 3 or 4	$ 24	$ 12
Evening tour	$ 30	$ 15

*Children under 6 are free when accompanied by a paying adult.

Reservation (预订) Information

While tickets may be purchased at the Visitor Center upon arrival, tour reservations can be made online now or by calling 1-800-444-4445. See below for times.

Reservation Call Center Hours
Dates	Monday—Friday	Saturday—Sunday
March—September	8 am to 6 pm	8 am to 6 pm
October—February	9 am to 5 pm	9 am to 3 pm

Visit www. hearstcastle. org for more information.

1. Which tour will you choose if you are interested in libraries?

A．Tour 1.

B．Tour 2.

C．Tour 3.

D．Tour 4.

2. How much will a couple taking Evening tour with their 7-year-old daughter pay for tickets?

A．36.

B．48.

C．60.

D．75.

3. Which of the following is the available time to book tickets by phone?

A．At 8 am on Monday in February.

B．At 8 pm on Friday in September.

C．At 8 am on Sunday in March.

D．At 8 pm on Saturday in October.

【推荐1】School Activities for Kids and Teens

Are you looking for full-filled activities for kids and teens? Here are some wonderful ones for you!

Secret of the Dragon

Time: Monday, July 1, 2015, 10:30 a. m.

Cost: Adult: $7.40, Children (under15): half

Bookings: Phone the booking office at 34032578.

Address: Brisbane Botanic Gardens

Note: Secret of the Dragon is a magical story about two children who are taken on a dragon ride to explore the universe.

The Search for life: Are We Alone?

Time: Thursday, July 4, 2015, 2:00 p. m.

Cost: Adult: $14. 50，Children (under 15): $8.70

Bookings: Phone the booking office at 34037689.

Address: Brisbane Botanic Gardens

Note: Are we truly alone in space? Is there any life out there? These are the questions asked in this show.

Magic Class

Time: Friday, July 12, 2015, 10:00 a. m.

Cost: Free

Bookings: Please call 34038470 to book your place.

Address: Centenary Community hub, 171 Dandenong Rd.

Note: Would you like to be a magician? Then join David, the magician, to learn about real magic with playing cards, coins, ring ropes and DIY projects and be able to become the life of the party.

Science with me: Making Your Own Guitar

Time: Saturday, July 20, 2015, 3:00 p. m.

Cost: Freed

Bookings: Please phone 34031226 to book your place.

Address: 10, Egginton Close

Note: Do you want to make a guitar with Katy and her mom? Science with Me is going to be with you. Please remember to bring a piece of wood, a hammer, some rubber bands and some nails with you.

1. Alec is strongly interested in space life. He may go to             .

A．Magic Class

B．Science with Me

C．Secret of the Dragon

D．The Search for Life

2. John and his 10-year-old son want to watch Secret of the Dragon. How much should they pay?

A．$7.40.

B．$11.10

C．$14.80

D．$23.20

3. What do the four activities have in common(共同之处)?

A．They are all free.

B．They happen in the same place.

C．They can all be booked by phone.

D．They are all weekend activities.

【推荐2】Intro

Our Online Chinese Summer Camp program is a wonderful, immersive(沉浸式的) online Chinese learning experience specifically designed for learning Chinese remotely.

Suitable Age

Kids aged 10 to 16

Camp Content

Interactive Chinese lessons, cultural activities and virtual trips

Schedule

Monday to Friday

The class time is scheduled according to different time zones.

Camp Levels

Online Chinese Camp is divided into 2 levels-Non-Native Chinese Camp for beginner to intermediate (中等的) levels and Chinese Camp for intermediate to advanced levels.

Ready to Sign Up?

Non-Native Chinese Camp for Kids from non-native Chinese families	Chinese Camp for Kids from native Chinese families
REQUIREMENTS
•No Chinese language experience needed •No Chinese language exposure in everyday life	•Chinese language experience in a native Chinese-speaking family
CONTENT
√Fun and interactive online lessons and activities to raise the interest in learning Chinese √Introduction to Chinese characters with stories and pictures √Develop practical communicating skills √Basic conversations in Chinese √Project-based cultural activities to increase understanding of Chinese culture	√Fun and interactive online lessons to improve 4 language skills: Listening, Speaking, Reading & Writing √Intermediate conversations in Chinese through various cultural and language activities √More advanced lessons to increase Chinese vocabulary √Project-based cultural activities to deepen the understanding of Chinese culture

Contact us (www.Chinesesummercamp.com) and we will be happy to answer your questions and help you choose the right camp. Don’t forget to ask us about early bird price!

1. What is the feature of this program?

A．It schedules its class according to different areas.

B．It provides interactive online lessons for learners.

C．It mainly aims to enrich kids’ Chinese culture.

D．It designs special class concerning Chinese history.

2. What can kids do in Chinese Camp?

A．Improve integrated Chinese skills.

B．Make up basic Chinese dialogues.

C．Learn characters through fun stories.

D．Prepare for advanced vocabulary tests.

3. What can we learn about the program?

A．It involves skills for camping trips.

B．It offers a discount if you book earlier.

C．It has a fixed timetable regardless of time zones.

D．It includes off-line interactive activities in China.

【推荐3】Need quick help with your homework? Let Real Kids direct you to the best sites on the Web.

※ An Introduction to Shakespeare

Tales From Shakespeare

Go to this site if you’re studying Shakespeare and looking for an introduction to his work. The site includes different plays by Shakespeare, which you can click on and read as stories.

Recommended by Alyssa Zuna

※ Powerful People

The White House

If you have homework or a research project on the President and the White House, this is an excellent site to visit. It is filled with video and pictures, including tours of the White House.

Recommended by Tiana Jackson

※ Reading Resources

Reading Rainbow

This is a great place to find books for younger children. And there’s also information on buying books and national reading programs.

Recommended by Rosemary Compton

※ The ABCs of Writing

Edmonton Public Schools

This is a good place to go if you are having trouble with your writing. All you do is click on one of the writing steps, and it explains the step and gives you tips. The site has links to other pages with writing steps for different grade levels.

Recommended by Zack Dale

1. Where can you most probably read these passages?

A．In a news report.

B．On a book list.

C．On a radio program list.

D．On a website.

2. Tom, a fourth-grade student who is asked to write a report about American presidents, will be interested in _____.

A．Powerful People	B．Reading Resources
C．Tales From Shakespeare	D．The ABCs of Writing

3. Which of the following people may be helpful to parents who want their child to be a good reader?

A．Alyssa Zuna.

B．Tiana Jackson.

C．Zack Dale.

D．Rosemary Compton.

4. From the passage, we can learn that _____.

A．these websites can help you communicate internationally

B．these websites are meant for students in high grades

C．all these websites are educational and helpful to children

D．all of these websites include some interesting pictures