4 . Take a trip down memory lane as you meet all your beloved comic characters from the Asterix & Obelix comic series at Parc Astérix. Counted amongst the top 3 largest theme parks in France, Parc Astérix is frequented by a whopping 2 million visitors annually. The rides and exhibits at the park draw inspiration from a wide range of historic cultures such as Ancient Greece and Egypt besides, the Gallic and Roman cultures represented in the comics. Situated 35 km away from Paris, the theme park is easily accessible and is perfect for a leisurely day out with your loved ones.

It is best to be well-prepared before you go on your next adventure at Parc Astérix. Here is all the information you will need before you plan your trip to this fascinating amusement park.

Daily: 10 AM — 6 PM

The best time to visit Parc Astérix is on the weekdays. Crowds are much higher on weekends and public holidays.

Getting There:

Address: 60128 Plailly, France

Take the direct exit towards Parc Astérix between exits number 7 and 8 if you choose driving. Also, FLIXBUS departs from and returns to Paris, Toucoring, Bethune, Lille, and Bruges every day. But taking a train is the simplest way. Take line 8 from Paris du Nord and get off at Aeroport Charles de Gaulle 1. Speak to a steward to learn about the Parc Astérix shuttle from here.

Facilities

Pushchairs and wheelchairs are available for rent at the park. You will have to pay a refundable deposit of 50 Euros. The daily charge for renting a pushchair is 5 Euros. Due to the limited availability, wheelchairs will be provided on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Parc Astérix Paris Tickets

Parc Astérix offers a wide range of tickets options for you to choose from. Be it standard entry tickets, packages, meal pass, permanent offers or seasonal offers — there is something for everyone.

Infants aged 0 — 2 can enter free of charge. Children aged 3 — 11 enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).

Access to the Peur sur le Parc show (from 7 pm to 1 am) requires the purchase of a separate ticket. This ticket cannot be canceled, amended, or rescheduled.

6 . One of the benefits of social media is that it allows us to witness little moments of joy all around the world. And this was just the ________ when a classical pianist, Karim Kamar, quite literally lent a helping hand to a ________ youngster who only learned to walk recently.

In a short video on TikTok, in front of ________ Karim Kamar is playing the public piano at London’s busy St. Pancras train station. Then a little youngster walked ________ to him and asked the pianist to ________ from the public piano, so he could have a ________ at playing.

Kamar, who’s played at many well-known concerts, ________ stood up for the tiny child and helped him on to the piano seat. He then bent down to perform with his young pupil, ________   his hands as the little kid picked out the ________ to a favorite, “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star.”

In this short video, it’s lovely to see the pianist take the ________ to help the child play the instrument. And it reminds us of the ________ of music to unite us when generations ________ and pass down their know-how to those starting out.

It’s also ________ to remember just how our little ones desire to learn more, and we should always find a way to ________ them—even when it tries our ________! —as they try and make sense of the huge world that surrounds them.

7 . Everybody knows that Massachusetts is a great place to see fall leaves. But surely there   are other places to catch the leaves turning green to reddish-golden? The short answer is yes.

Aspen, Colorado

Aspen—as its name suggests—doesn’t fail to impress with its backdrop of majestic snow-capped mountains. Head to the Maroon Bells to look into mirror-like lakes to see double: on a calm day, the mountains and trees are reflected in the still waters.

Bavaria, Germany

Take a trip into a Brothers Grimm fairytale. Not only can you catch breathtaking views—such as castles emerging from red, green and golden trees—but you can experience the region’s fall traditions, such as the “Almabtrieb” event, bringing in the cattle from the grasslands, and local parish (教区) fairs, called “Kirchweih-Feste” where beer is everywhere.

Catskills, Upstate New York

If spotting fall in one state isn’t enough, head to the Catskills, where you can see five states at once. Head to the Northern Catskills of Greene County, to the “Five State Lookout” in Windham, where you can view treetops in New York, Vermont, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire, as well as beautiful scenery of the Hudson River Valley.

Edinburgh, Scotland

This city is made for fall with its tree-lined streets and big open parks. Head to Princes Street Gardens, which is home to some of the city’s most typical monuments, such as the storybook-style Gardeners’ Cottage and the Scott Monument, or take a hike through Holyrood Park, marveling as the russet tones (红褐色) cover the rolling hills which climb up to the famed Arthurs Seat offering full views of the city and beyond.

8 . Monthly subscription （订阅） educational boxes for students can be a great way to develop an interest in a particular subject. If you want to learn something at home while having fun, you can have educational boxes delivered monthly straight to your house.

Spangler Boxes

The Spangler boxes feature a range of hands-on scientific experiments designed by Steve Spangler, a former TY host of a popular science education program on News for Kids. Projects focus on STEM—science, technology, engineering, and math. Examples of projects include exploring lava（岩浆）science, the sound waves, and physical laws.

Finders Seekers Boxes

After receiving a Finders Seekers box, you’ll explore characters of a new city and culture every month while solving puzzles. Think of Finders Seekers as an escape room challenge that takes place in your living room. Clues and online research tools are available to help in case you get stuck solving the mystery. Each puzzle takes approximately two to four hours to complete.

Creation Boxes

Creation teaches students electronics, digital tips and high-level problem-solving. Each box teaches a lesson and is progressively more challenging. A sampling of the projects includes a mood lamp, an electronic memory game, and a distance detector using an ultrasonic sensor（超声传感器）.

Kiwi Doodle Boxes

Kiwi Doodle Boxes are among the most popular boxes on the market. They feature a variety of themes customized to students aged from 8 to 18. Doodle focuses on art and design with projects such as a felt succulent（肉质植物）garden, a faux（人造的）leather sample set, and handmade soap. Doodle projects introduce students to new crafting materials and techniques and al craft supplies are included in the box.

Architect Kéré won the Pritzker Prize, the world’s highest recognition in building design. “The 56-year-old Kéré     1     (honor) on Tuesday for his pioneering designs,” said Tom Pritzker, who is the chairman of the Hyatt Foundation. He added, “The architect’s     2     (work) are sustainable to Earth and its inhabitants.” Kéré is a citizen of both Burkina Faso and Germany and lives in Berlin. He said he was     3     happiest man on the planet to become the 51st recipient of the famous yearly prize. Kéré is     4     (know) for building schools. health centers, housing and other public places across Africa. He is     5     (equal) an architect and a servant,     6     (improve) the lives and experiences of countless citizens in a region of the world that is at times forgotten.

Kéré won special praise     7     his 2001 project to build a primary school in Gando, the village where he was born. Unlike traditional school buildings, which use concrete, Keré’s     8     (create) design combines local clay and cement (水泥)     9     (form）bricks. The material helps keep the building cool in the hot environment. A wide metal roof protects the building from rain     10     helps air flow. The success of the project lies in the creation of an extension, a library and teachers’ housing in later years.

10 . Go beyond the ordinary when searching for art and culture in Denver and explore The Mile High City’s creative world, from museum gift stores to art district galleries. You’re sure to find a completely unique and memorable piece created by a local artist or a print by a modern master.

● Denver Art Museum

Unique, artsy gifts abound at the Denver Art Museum’s expansive Museum Shop. Browse (浏览) the exhibition catalogs, art books, jewellery and fine gifts in the shop. Many of the items here are made by Colorado artisans. You can also check out what the shop has to offer online.

Location: 100 W 14th Avenue Pkwy, Denver, CO 80204

Business hours: Mon – Thu 10 am – 5 pm;

Fri 10 am – 8 pm;

Sat – Sun 10 am – 5 pm

● MCA Denver

The shelves here are filled with art books, graphic novels, custom-made MCA Denver mix CDs and art T-shirts for “genius babies, artistic teens and open-minded adults”. Limited edition works by avant-garde (前卫的) art icons John Waters, Marcel Dzama, Arturo Herrera and Jeff Starr are available as well.

Location: 1485 Delgany St, Denver, CO 80202

Business hours: Mon Closed;

Tue – Thu 12 pm – 7 pm;

Fri 12 pm – 9 pm;

Sat – Sun 10 am – 5 pm

● Art District on Santa Fe

Art District on Santa Fe is an art lover’s paradise, with dozens of galleries to visit, as well as restaurants, shops and museums. Start your Santa Fe shopping at Artists on Santa Fe, one of the oldest galleries in the area, featuring more than 25 artists working in a wide variety of media. Then explore the inviting Sandra Phillips Gallery, which represents important regional artists as well as emerging artists offering fresh and creative ideas. After that, simply wander the district, popping into whatever gallery space catches your eye.

Location: Santa Fe Drive between 4th and 12th avenues