1 . Science Books for Kids of All Ages
To help you choose the perfect education al books for your child, we’ve created this handpicked list of the best science books for kids. The titles featured here spark curiosity, encourage leaning, and are lots of fun, too.
About Time: A First Look at Time and Clocks
Author: Bruce Koscielniak; Price: US $8.55
Long ago people used the sun, the moon, and the water to tell time. Soon after we began using our knowledge about the natural world to build clocks and to create calendars made up of months and years. Centuries later, we have clocks and calendars all around us. This book tells the amazing story of how it all happened!
Animalium: Welcome to the Museum
Author: Katie Scott;Price: US $8.99
This book opens the doors of the natural history museum for your child all year round! It features 200 full-color specimens accompanied by lively, informative text and more. Discover the animal kingdom inglorious detail with unique illustrations that combine science and art.
Bang!: How We Came to Be
Author: Michael Rubino; Price: US $16.00
“Bang! And that was it, the beginning of everything.” So begins this beautifully illustrated story of evolution. This book conveys not only the facts but also the excitement of the scientific explanation of our world, from the origin of the universe to the present reality of our planet.
Bedtime Math: The Truth Comes Out
Author: Laura Overdeck; Price: US $10.99
This book makes learning about math as fun as dessert after dinner! It combines math and cool facts for one fun and wild adventure. Now kids can discover the science behind all their favorite things: marshmallows, soda, ice cream, and more. With over 100 math problems on a variety of topics, kids will find math isn’t just fun — it can be found everywhere!
1. What can kids learn in the book About Time?| A．The tough life of ancestors. | B．The origin of the sun and the moon. |
| C．The old ways to measure time. | D．The wildlife in the natural world. |
| A．They are children’s novels. | B．They are popular for cheap price. |
| C．They are collected in the museum. | D．They are illustrated stories for kids. |
| A．Bang. | B．Bedtime Math. | C．Animalium. | D．About Time. |
1. How many children does the show star?
| A．3. | B．4. | C．5. |
| A．He can fly in the sky. |
| B．He can create force fields. |
| C．He can operate unusual devices. |
| A．They run a school. |
| B．They control everything. |
| C．They help the community. |
| A．Working hard at school. |
| B．Learning to be independent. |
| C．Applying science to daily life. |
3 . At Summer at Emerson, we believe each child is unique. Our staff (全体职工) are committed to (致力于) challenging our campers to discover and improve individual talents and creative abilities.
About Summer at Emerson
Summer at Emerson is open to all students, regardless of which school they attend. We offer several individual (独立的) weeks of half-day camps and full-day camps to children who have completed or will end grades K-8 during the 2022-2023 school year. Note: A child who is enrolling (注册) in Kindergarten in the 2023-2024 school year is not yet qualified (能胜任) to attend Summer at Emerson
Facilities & Staff
Emerson School is equipped with (配备有) technology labs, Performing Arts Theater, and gymnasium (体育馆) as well as the outdoor sports fields, and nature areas will be fully used throughout the summer staff of caring and experienced instructors. All camps are designed and run by a professional and counselors (顾问). Summer at Emerson is fully permitted (允许；准许) by the State of Michigan as a child care provider, and the majority of our staff members are CPR and First Aid certified (获得资格的).
Camp Dates
Spring Break Camp: March 27-31 | Week 1: June 19-23 | Week 2: June 26-30 |
Week 3: July 10-14 | Week 4:July 17-21 | Week 5: July 24-28 |
Camp Hours
Morning Camp:9:00a.m.－12:00p.m Afternoon Camp:1:00p.m.－ 4:00p.m.
Camp Fees
Half-Day Camps: $165-$230 Full-Day Camps: $300-$345
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please email, call, or text: summer@ emerson-school. org or 734-660-5108. We look forward to providing a safe and engaging (令人愉快的) summer experience for your child.
1. Who is qualified to attend Summer at Emerson?| A．Children to start grades K-8 in the 2022-2023 school year. |
| B．Children to register for Kindergarten in the 2023-2024 school year. |
| C．Children having completed grades K-7 in the 2023-2024 school year. |
| D．Children having finished grades K-8 during the 2022-2023 school year. |
| A．March 27-31. | B．June 19-23. | C．July 17-21. | D．August 7-11. |
| A．Students. | B．Parents. | C．Teachers. | D．Coaches. |
4 . Writing anything imaginative and questioning usually comes down to one ordinary question: what if? What if there were ghosts who could move through the walls? What if a man were to turn into salt? What if there was a book of real predictions? These questions form clear starting points, while character, setting, and the beginning point are key parts.
In this masterclass with Natasha Pulley, the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Watchmaker of Filigree Street and creative writing lecturer, you will be guided through the strategies that help craft magical realism, from story planning to the final completion.
Combining practical writing exercises with theory and discussion, this masterclass will give you the tools and inspiration to build your ideas into a novel.
Course contentFinding your ideas quickly and easily
Extending the outline into more complex world-building
How to use historical language to enrich your work
How to think about novel structure
Course DetailsDate: Thursday 12 October 2023
Time: 6: 30 pm - 9: 00 pm
You will be sent a link to the online class 24 hours prior to the start time. Please email masterclasses @theguardian. com if you do not receive the access link 24 hours before the scheduled start time. If you require any adjustments to enable your participation in this course, please get in touch with us through email as well.
1. What is the main objective of this masterclass?| A．To teach the process of publishing journals. |
| B．To guide participants in turning ideas into novels |
| C．To provide instructions on writing book reviews. |
| D．To explore and discuss theories of magical realism. |
| A．Finding ideas to compose a lecture. |
| B．Obtaining inspiration to craft a bestseller. |
| C．Learning to analyze the structure of a novel. |
| D．Applying historical language to enhance writing |
| A．Reach out to Natasha Pulley for help. | B．Seek support from fellow participants. |
| C．Contact the course provider via email. | D．Check the course website for updates. |
5 . The list below includes a few of our favorite online writing classes, perfect for writers of all levels.
Catapult
Starting At $15 for a day
Catapult offers a series of online writing lectures and classes, and many of the instructors are famous authors or magazine editors. Our team has taken a six-week writing course, including a one-day editing course, and a creative nonfiction class-all online. With online courses of all lengths and covering various types, it’s perfect for everyone.
Master Class
Starting At $15/month
Master Class is one of our favorite websites for learning about all things, including writing. The instructor list has big names. This is a great choice if you want courses you can take at your own pace and videos you can revisit again and again.
One Story
Starting At $55 (three-day)
One Story is a magazine bringing people together through reading, writing, and learning about short stories. In addition to its mission of publishing one short story at a time, it offers affordable online writing lectures and classes throughout the year.
Write or Die Magazine
Starting At $12 for a self-guided course Write or Die Magazine is offering writers resources, inspiration, and connection. The website has plenty of free things and affordable self-guided classes to help you build a good habit of writing and overcome common fears and doubts associated with writing. If you have a serious project in the works, the platform also includes one-on-one coaching.
1. Who is the text specially intended for?| A．Parents. | B．Tourists. | C．Scientists. | D．Writers. |
| A．Catapult. | B．Master Class. | C．One Story. | D．Write or Die Magazine. |
| A．A course report. | B．A short story. | C．An advertisement. | D．A book review. |
6 . Here are four books for teens to read before they turn 18, including a mix of classics, young adult fiction and non-fiction. Parents may even want to re-read.
The Hate You Give by Angie Thomas
This may be one of the most powerful books of the decade, which deals with themes of race and community in a moving way that will speak to any teen. This book is an award winner and one for both parents and their children.
The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros
This book is a series of short writings surrounding the experiences of Esperanza Cordero, a Latina girl living in Chicago. It will take readers along a coming-of-age story that explores happiness, heartbreak and everything in between.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon
This novel centers around a boy with autism (自闭症) and a mystery that the readers get to experience from the viewpoint of Christopher John Francis Boone. He doesn’t understand human emotion, and living this mystery through this angle is a thoughtful way for teens to understand the ways in which people can differ yet also be the same.
A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’ Engle
Though this book recently became popular again due to the release of the movie version, the movie is not a substitute for this beautiful story about family and the process of embracing who you truly are through the angle of space and time exploration.
1. What do we know about The House on Mango Street?| A．It consists of short writings. | B．It reflects the happiness of a girl. |
| C．It mainly deals with race conflicts. | D．It is a description of Latina children. |
| A．A reader. | B．A hero. | C．A writer. | D．A publisher. |
| A．The Hate You Give. | B．A Wrinkle in Time. |
| C．The House on Mango Street. | D．The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. |
7 . In September, thousands of monuments, civic buildings and private homes throw open their doors to offer a rare glimpse of normally of-limits spaces. Here are some less-known treasures around the UK.
Guided tour of Gladstone’s Library, Hawarden
Gladstone’s Library in Hawarden will be running special tours as part of the Open Doors-Wales festival. It was built as a memorial to prime minister Wiliam Gladstope, Take a tour of beautiful Reading Rooms housing 150,000 books.
September 16, 10 am-2 pm, booking required.
Britannia Panopticon Music Hall, Glasgow
The atmospheric Britannia Panopticon will be showing off its collection of theatrical relics, props and costumes. Sample Victorian items at the world’s oldest surviving music hall without booking.
September 15 and 16, 11 am-5 pm and September 17, 12 pm-5 pm
Gothic Temple, Stowe Gardens
Visitors to Stowe Gardens will be offered a rare chance to see inside the 18th century Gothic Temple. Though it’s normally rented as a holiday let, its circular rooms and mosaic ceilings will be open to prebooked visitors for one weekend.
September 16 and 17, 10: 30 am-4: 30 pm, free of charge
Appleton Tower: School of Informatics, Edinburgh University
As part of Scotland’s Doors Open Days festival, Edinburgh University’s Appleton Tower will be offering tours of the world-leading School, including a visit to the study suite on Level 9 which offers far-reaching views of the Edinburgh skyline.
September 23, 11 am-2 pm, booking in advance.
1. What can visitors do at Britannia Panopticon Music Hall?
| A．They can appreciate theatre-related items |
| B．They can listen to the oldest surviving music |
| C．They can visit a study room with far-reaching scenery. |
| D．They can read in Reading Rooms with 150,000 books in store. |
| A．Gothic Temple. Stowe Gardens |
| B．Britannia Panopticon Music Hall, Glasgow. |
| C．Guided tour of Gladstone’s Library. Hawarden |
| D．Appleton Tower: School of Informatics, Edinburgh University |
| A．They both last for four hours. | B．They both require early reservations |
| C．They both honor world famous figures | D．They both offer special views to visitors. |
8 . English Class 101
Are you looking for the best online English course to help improve your language skills? I will introduce one to you.
English Class 101 is a website that has been built for people looking to improve their English skills. There are over 1,000 lessons on the website, which include different levels to meet your need.
All English learners can find a level to suit them, as its courses range (涵盖) from complete beginner (Al) to advanced (C2). You have to take a placement test so that you can find the right level and get proper lessons.
The site helps English language learners with thousands of video lessons, words learning tools, lesson notes, and discussions, which provides a practical approach (方法) to learning. The lessons take you by the hand and guide you through real English conversations. The teachers slow down and explain every word and phrase. Just imagine that you’ll finally understand every English word you hear.
You can even get one-on-one support from your very own teacher! Your personal teacher will provide corrections and answers by messenger. They will also make sure you follow your individual plan and assign (布置) homework on a daily basis.
Price: Level 1, $50 per month; Level 2, $80 per month; Level 3, $ 100 per month; Advanced, $200 per month.
1. What are you required to do to attend the course?| A．Prepare some notebooks. | B．Hand in an application. |
| C．Talk about it with parents. | D．Have a placement test. |
| A．A membership card. | B．An English dictionary. |
| C．Some prize money. | D．Personalized guidance. |
| A．$150. | B．$ 180. | C．$200. | D．$400. |
9 . What movie lovers might be interested in
Me and My Brother
This screening is to match the exhibition “Robert Frank and Todd Weber: Across America, 1955”, which is included in the museum ticket, $20. Seating is available (可得到的) on a first-come, first-served basis (准则).
Beat poets Allen Ginsberg and Peter Orlovsky save Orlovsky’s brother Julius from a New York hospital and take a road trip to San Francisco. The actors include Roscoe Lee Browne, Joseph Chaikin and Christopher Walken.
Good Manners
Presented by Houston-based author Rob Saucedo
The mysterious and wealthy Ana has employed (雇用) Clara, a lonely nurse, as the babysitter for Ana’s unborn child. The two women develop a strong tie, but an important night with a full moon changes their plans.
About the presenter:
Since 2011, Rob Saucedo has programmed a weekly movie series at the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. His first comic book, Where Wolf, is available for sale at the screening.
Manhattan Short Film Festival 2023
The always-popular collection of global short films returns! Film lovers unite during the same week across the world to view and judge the work of the next generation of international filmmakers.
See the list of finalists (参加决赛者) for the Manhattan Short Film Festival 2023.
Tickets: General admission is $10. MFAH members, students with ID, and seniors (65+) can pay $2 less.
The Moderns
Carolyn Pfeiffer: A Cinematic Life
Introduced by author Carolyn Pfeiffer
In post-World War I Paris, a struggling artist (Keith Carradine) is employed to copy famous paintings, causing him to cross paths with his ex-wife (Linda Fiorentino) and her powerful new husband. The actors of The Moderns also include Geneviève Bujold, Geraldine Chaplin and Wallace Shawn. The general admission is $15.
1. What advantage may you get if you go to see Me and My Brother early?| A．You may have a seat. | B．You can get a free book. |
| C．You may watch it for free. | D．You can meet actors in person. |
| A．They have a book for sale. | B．They have created artworks. |
| C．They are paid to do something. | D．They are famous filmmakers. |
| A．The Moderns. | B．Good Manners. |
| C．Me and My Brother. | D．Manhattan Short Film Festival 2023. |
10 . Top attractions to visit on a holiday to Spain
Mount Teide
Mount Teide is the third largest volcano in the whole world. Located in Teide National Park, it offers a unique landscape. The visual impact of the site is improved due to atmospheric conditions that create ever-changing textures and tones, with a “sea of clouds” as a background to the mountain. It’s a must-visit on a holiday to Tenerife, and don’t forget to bring your camera.
Plaza de España
Located on the banks of the River Guadalquivir, Seville is Spain’s most lively and colourful city. Known for wonderful dances, delicious food, and rich cultural and architectural heritage, its historic centre has some remarkable sites, including the cathedral and La Giralda tower. Plaza de España is also a lovely place to walk and admire the beautiful works, or simply relax on a seat and watch the boats go by.
Park Güell
It’s easy to lose time in Park Güell, one of Antoni Gaudi’s magnificent works in Barcelona. This garden complex features colourful decoration, where you can spend hours walking around, taking in the scenery and especially the panoramic (全景) views of the city. Mornings are usually the best time to visit Park Güell as it is a little less crowded and the weather stays pleasantly warm. The afternoons can become crowded, so plan your visit to ensure the best possible experience in this very special place.
The Royal Palace
The Royal Palace is the largest building in Madrid and the largest royal palace in Western Europe. It is also the official residence of the King of Spain. Madrid itself is a fantastic place. Founded in the 9th century, the capital has a rich history, a lively art and culture scene, not to mention delicious food and drink. Grab a coffee, take a seat in one of the beautiful plazas and feel the authentic Madrid atmosphere.
1. What makes Mount Teide different from the other three attractions?| A．Its long history. | B．Its delicious local cuisine. |
| C．Its natural landscape. | D．Its best visiting time. |
| A．Mount Teide. | B．Plaza de España. |
| C．Park Güell. | D．The Royal Palace. |
| A．A tourist guidebook. | B．A fashion magazine. |
| C．A recipe website. | D．An elementary school textbook. |
