Children who spend more time reading with their parents have a greater chance of becoming better readers than those who don’t. With the help from their parents, children can learn techniques to improve their reading skills.
“A lot of parents think after their child learns to read, they should stop reading to them,” Donna George said. “They are sadly mistaken.”
George offers her services to parents at the Title I Learning Centers. She said reading aloud to children may be the most valuable thing parents can do. “It is better for children to hear things at a higher level than where they are,” George said. “Parents are their child’s first teacher.” Parents help their children build listening, phonics, comprehension and vocabulary skills when they read aloud to them.
Before parents can identify reading problems, they should escape the enemy —television and limit the time their children spend watching television. George suggested not allowing kids to have a TV in their bedrooms, setting a schedule of when kids can watch or keeping a list of how many programs children watch. Louise Joines said while her 14-year-old daughter and 10-year-old son enjoy reading, the television sometimes becomes a distraction. So she tries to build the situation by suggesting books the entire family will enjoy reading together, like the Harry Potter series.
Parents who do not read themselves should not count on their children being interested in it. If parents would read to their children at least 15 minutes every day, children would not have so many problems in school. It is the parents’ job to help build that desire in their children, and of course to know what kind of books to read is also important.
1. According to George, reading aloud to children_______________.| A．helps them correct mistakes |
| B．is helpful to their reading |
| C．is parents’ first duty to their children |
| D．can get children out of television’s attraction |
| A．can improve children’s reading |
| B．can help children’s right way of reading |
| C．can make children interested in reading |
| D．stop children from concentrating on reading |
| A．Reading skills. |
| B．Reading speed. |
| C．Reading materials. |
| D．Reading environment. |
| A．Parents choose reading materials for their children. |
| B．Advice is given to control their children. |
| C．What TV programs children can watch during reading. |
| D．How children improve their reading by themselves. |
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【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).
Two weeks after stopping our bedtime readings, though, my older daughter asked whether we could start again.
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.
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.
| 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】This website is full of children’s story books. If you enjoy a child’s story or have kids of your own, then please browse (浏览) this site to find some great stories and order them.
The Cat in The Hat—Dr. Seuss
In this book, the Cat brings a cheerful form of disorder to a household of two young children one rainy day while their mother is out. The Cat performs all sorts of wacky tricks (奇怪的把戏) to make the children laugh. Then, he cleans up the house on his way out, disappearing seconds before the children’s mother arrives.
Tom and Pippo and The Washing Machine—Helen Oxenbury
Pippo, the toy monkey gets washed in the washing machine after playing in the mud with Tom. In the 1980s Helen Oxenbury created a series of books featuring Tom, a naughty young boy, and his beloved monkey, Pippo. Ms. Oxenbury said that Tom was very much like her son “when he was a little kid”.
Charlie and The Chocolate Factory—Roald Dahl
The book tells the story of a young boy, Charlie Bucket, who lives with his parents and his four grandparents. Charlie is a happy, bright and kind-hearted boy who loves his family despite their poor living conditions. His greatest love in life is chocolate, but he only receives one bar a year on his birthday.
The Famous Five—Enid Blyton
The Famous Five is Enid Blyton’s most popular series of children’s books. It was first published in 1942, and it has won great acclaim. The series has become the best-loved stories written for children.
1. What’s the purpose of the text?| A．To sell children’s storybooks on line. | B．To advertise for a book store. |
| C．To call on children to read stories. | D．To teach readers how to tell stories. |
| A．How the Cat puts the house in disorder. | B．How the Cat cares for two kids. |
| C．Why the Cat helps clean the house. | D．Why the Cat disappears finally. |
| A．Dr. Seuss. | B．Helen Oxenbury. | C．Road Dahl. | D．Enid Blyton. |
| A．he has four grandparents. | B．he is a kindhearted boy. |
| C．he doesn’t like chocolate. | D．he lives in a poor family. |
| A．Praise. | B．Shame. | C．Doubts. | D．Questions. |
【推荐3】Every parent loves it when their kid wants to read. Who doesn’t want an ambitious little bookworm to learn — or at least turn the pages and demand you read the story?
Here are the beauty of board books. They’re good enough for tiny hands to explore, and therefore sure to last for more than one reading session. But we all know kids’ books can get repetitive after a while; so here are three unique board books that go beyond the standard. Each one is perfect for bedtime (or anytime!)．
DK Braille: Counting
This special little book teaches counting in a unique and revolutionary way. Inside, you’ll find colorful images and words on each page, accompanied by Braille (盲文), so little ones can learn to read in more than one way. This book is perfect for blind children with sighted parents or sighted children with blind parents, allowing everyone to get in on the fun of reading together.
Available from DK, $14.99
All Aboard New York
Planning a trip to a big city? Baby Lit has you covered. Get your kid excited about visiting somewhere new with this “All Aboard” series — whether you’re heading there soon, or just looking to educate them about places near and far.
Available from Baby Lit, $9.99
Canticos: Los Pollitos/Canticos: Little Chickies
Sing your heart out while teaching your little one some Spanish with this sweet book! Written by Susie Jaramillo, it features the popular Spanish song, “Los Pollitos Dicen” for both of you to sing along. So whether your family speaks more than one language already, or you want your kid to get a jumpstart on their Spanish skills, story time will be fun for both of you.
Available from Amazon, $14.06
1. What can the book DK Braille: Counting enable kids to do?| A．Sing a song. | B．Visit an area. | C．Read stories. | D．Do math. |
| A．Take their kids to visit different cities. |
| B．Help their kids know new places. |
| C．Help parents prepare their travel. |
| D．Avoid the trouble to visit places. |
| A．get their kids interested in music |
| B．teach their kids some English with music |
| C．teach their kids a foreign language with a song |
| D．encourage their family to use more than one language |
| A．Little children. | B．Blind parents. |
| C．Disabled kids. | D．Travelers. |
【推荐1】Being a teenager is a difficult challenge. You frequently jump up and down between childhood and adulthood, testing parental(父母的) power and then depending on it. Parents often do not know what to expect. Many often find it difficult to understand your growing need for independence.
Some adults and parents view adolescence as a period of friction, change and problems. For you, it’s a time of concern about acne(粉刺), weight problems, late or early development, or school pressures and so on．
It’s easy to understand why many find this a difficult time．But once it’s over, you realize that most of your parents’ “irritating” behavior was caused by feelings of love and concern. Yes, adolescence can be a suffering time. But how to make this period will less suffering and find more fun．Here are a few tips:
◆Be honest with your feelings．Your parents are a great resource of support and knowledge, but they don’t know what’s going on in your life if you don’t tell them．
◆ If your parents upset you by setting a curfew(宵禁)or by grounding you, don’t immediately take the defensive side. If you start yelling or crying, you won’t be able to express your important feelings. Make sure you talk to your parents when you’re not emotionally upset.
◆Calmly tell your parents what’s on your mind. Try not to use “you” statements like, “You don’t give me enough freedom” or “You’re never happy with anything I do.” These types of criticizing statements will only cause more conflict(冲突)．Instead use “I” statements such as “When I go out with my friends, your early curfew makes me feel as if you don’t trust me,” or “Sometimes I feel hurt when you don’t give me credit for being responsible.”
◆Listen to what your parents have to say.If they say something you disagree with ,don’t immediately overreact(反应过度)．Give them a chance to express their feelings and then calmly explain why you may disagree with them．If you’re getting a chance to express yourself, it’s only fair to give the same opportunity to your parents．
1. From the passage, we can infer that as a teenager, he/she is likely to feel________．| A．confused | B．exhausted |
| C．frightened | D．wronged |
| A．unawareness | B．uncertainty |
| C．disagreement | D．discouragement |
| A．If possible．we should hide our feelings in order not to make our parents worry． |
| B．Our parents inspire us to get more life experience and learn more knowledge． |
| C．Whenever we have an argument with our parents,we should react actively． |
| D．We are likely to come to know why our parents treated us like that before． |
| A．ignore our parents’ demands |
| B．avoid blaming our parents |
| C．ask someone else to convey |
| D．choose proper place and time |
| A．list some difficulties in the growth process of the teenagers |
| B．make some suggestions on how to communicate with parents |
| C．show some methods to remove misunderstanding between children and their parents |
| D．give some explanation of balancing the relationship between children and their parents |
【推荐2】While tea may have originated in Asia, now there are many countries all around the world that have tea woven into their food culture and traditions. This is one of the very special parts of tea as it has a way of connecting people all over the world in different ways and ceremonies that finally all results in a group of people sitting together and enjoying a cup of tea
* Chinese tea culture
Since China is viewed as the birthplace of tea, it is no wonder that Chinese tea culture is rich with history and tradition. Today, Chinese tea continues to be used in Chinese medicine and is commonly consumed on both casual and formal occasions both for personal enjoyment and to represent Chinese cultural traditions.
* Japanese tea culture
Japan also has a long history with tea, especially Japanese Matcha, which is a kind of ground green tea that is commonly used in Japanese tea ceremonies（茶道）and only in recent years became popular in western culture.
* British tea culture
When many people think about tea, British tea culture is what comes to mind. A hot cup of English Breakfast or Earl Grey tea（伯爵红茶）serves with a little milk and a biscuit in the afternoon as a pick-me-up for the day. Even though tea may not be native to England, this British tea tradition is still going strong today.
1. Why can tea find its way into various food cultures?| A．It originates in Asia | B．It forms different ceremonies. |
| C．It gets people connected easily | D．It allows people to sit together. |
| A．To get new energy. | B．To bring out respect. |
| C．To show hospitality. | D．To observe a tradition. |
| A．Healthy You. | B．Social Insight. |
| C．Cultural Corner | D．Itchy Feet Travel |
【推荐3】If electric bikes haven’t caught your attention yet, here’s one that might. Okapi, a Boston-based start-up, is producing a unique e-bike that bridges the gap between motorcycles and ordinary bikes.
These aren’t normal bikes. If the futuristic appearance doesn’t give them away, the specs (规格) will: Okapi’s bikes have an all-electric range of up to 40 miles and a top speed of around 30 mph. Those aren’t crazy numbers, but they are more than adequate for an ordinary bike. The company’s selling its bikes for just under $3,000. That’s in line with other e-bikes’ pricing, but Okapi’s bikes look more appealing than the others, which try (with varying degrees of success) to look like normal bicycles.
The bikes’ full suspension, hidden storage, and 1,000-watt motor all add up to a fun ride. Okapi’s design appears to be stronger and more able to handle the bumps (碰撞) than many other electric bikes, some of which appear to be modeled after old models. The main downside to Okapi’s design is that it supports a maximum of 280 pounds, which may stop some riders enjoying the bike.
Okapi’s approach to the e-bike is a little different from others’. While more than one company tries to hide their electric powertrain (动力系统) underneath slim bodywork, Okapi puts it all out for the world to see in a big, square battery pack. There’s almost a futuristic dirt bike look to the bike, which is less awkward than it sounds.
Electric bikes are getting cheaper, almost every day, but Okapi’s product charges a high price: The Starter Edition bike costs $2,989.98. The good news is that Okapi’s bike looks better and stronger than many offerings on the market today.
Though they’re not the most mainstream product out there, e-bikes are worth the coin at almost any price. If you’re considering buying an electric bike, do it. E-bikes absolutely offer you an enjoyable and exciting experience, even on the cheaper end.
1. What do we know about Okapi’s new bike?| A．Its look is normal. | B．Its speed is steady. |
| C．It has a lower price. | D．It has a limited load. |
| A．The battery pack. | B．Slim bodywork. |
| C．The electric powertrain. | D．Okapi’s approach. |
| A．Objective. | B．Unclear. |
| C．Conservative. | D．Supportive. |
| A．E-bikes: Cooler than You Think |
| B．E-bikes: a Future Leader of Bikes |
| C．E-bikes: a Better Replacement for Cars |
| D．E-bikes: a Mainstream Way of Transportation |
