1 . Any day of the school year is a great day for an event! Here are some.
Opening WeeksMany schools use the opening weeks of school as the occasion for holding special Pastries for Parents' Day. Since Grandparents' Day is celebrated in, September, this month is also a great time to hold a Goodies for Grandparents event or a Grandparents BBQ. Principal Donnette McNeill-Waters says, “We have also called this event Doughnuts for Dad in a specific attempt to get more fathers involved.”
Native American Museum NightNovember is American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month: With that in mind, wouldn't this month be the perfect time to focus student learning and a special parent night on the heritage of Native Americans? The students prepare projects related to a tribe of their choices. Those projects integrate history with language arts, communication, and presentation skills.
Holiday SpectacularDecember is a busy month for everybody. But what would the holidays be without the annual holiday concert? Meanwhile, the local nursing homes or homeless shelters will be considered. Take the show on the road and share the good will. A cash donation that will be turned over to the local organizations is also a good choice.
Reading at HomeThe event requires children to log their reading books and hours. It lasts for several months and culminates in the Reading at Home evening at school. It invites guest readers, like local officials, police officers and firemen, retired teachers to read from their favorite books for students. It also creates themed settings for read-aloud guests.
1. Why is Opening Weeks also called Doughnuts for Dad?A.It is first launched by fathers. |
B.It aims to increase fathers’ participation. |
C.It tries to remind fathers of their childhood. |
D.It attempts to make fathers less worried about their kids. |
A.Nature. | B.Music. |
C.Local culture. | D.Acting skills. |
A.Learn its history. | B.Do charity work. |
C.Exhibit their crafts. | D.Exchange their books. |
2 . Guided Tour of Harry Potter London Locations
If you are a fan of Harry Potter, the Wizards London Walk is a perfect way to spend a couple of hours in London. You will get to see more than 10 filming locations from the Harry Potter movies.
The tour features Harry Potter London film locations Meanwhile, you also have a chance to explore famous London landmarks and attractions like St Paul’s Cathedral and Millennium Bridge and Big Ben. Along the way you’ll have plenty of chances to take lots of pictures and see the filming locations up close.
Come and explore Harry Potter London filming locations on our magical tour.
About this tour | |
Cancellation Policy | Free cancellation up to 48 hours in advance |
When? | Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 pm (Jan-Dec) Daily at 2:00 pm (Apr Ist-Aug 31st) |
How long? | 2-2.5 hours |
How much? | Child (5-15) £10 Adult £15 Child (under 5): No ticket required |
Where to meet? | Westminster tube station |
Where to end? | Bank Station |
Private/Group Tours | 1-10 people: £125 per group 11-20 people: £145 per group Available daily at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm. SAVE 6% with Promo Code: SAVE 6 |
This tour is not accessible for wheelchair users or for parents with prams
Anyone who is 17 years old or younger must be accompanied by adults on all tours.
1. Which of the following is most probably a Harry Potter filming location?A.Sr Paul’s Cathedral. | B.Millennium Bridge. |
C.Leadenhall Market. | D.Big Ben. |
A.It will cost £15 for a 20-year-old man to pay for the tour with SAVE6 today. |
B.The tourists will finish this tour at Westminster tube station. |
C.Tom, a 15-year-old student is old enough to take this tour by himself. |
D.A tourist can cancel his arrangement for free five days in advance. |
A.To introduce the Harry Potter filming locations. |
B.To inform people of a tour. |
C.To adverise the Harry Porter films. |
D.To introduce London to people. |
3 . This prepaid postcard features a daytime image of Sydney’s iconic Opera House.
Prepaid postcards can be posted from any red post box located in Australia or at your local Australia Post retail outlet and can be sent worldwide or to domestic locations.
No stamp is required as the prepaid postcard includes postage, making it easier for you to stay in touch.
Australia’s most recognisable landmark, the Sydney Opera House, was formally opened by Queen Elizabeth II 50 years ago on 20 October 1973. Praised throughout the world, and recognised as a masterpiece of human creative genius, this extraordinary building was a winning design of Danish architect Jorn Utzon (1918 –2008) in an international design competition. It was named on the World Heritage List in 2007 as “a masterpiece of 20th century architecture”. The Sydney Opera House is also Australia’s number one tourist destination, welcoming more than 10.9 million visitors a year. It is also one of the world’s busiest performing arts centres, presenting more than 2,000 shows 363 days per year, for more than 1.5 million people.
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Issue date: 10 October 2023
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1. What can we learn about the Sydney Opera House?A.It is open all year round. |
B.It was financed by Queen Elizabeth II. |
C.Its design is a winner of an international design competition. |
D.It is the most popular tourist destination all over the world. |
A.About half a year. | B.About one year. |
C.About two months. | D.About two years. |
A.To appeal to people to purchase more stamps. |
B.To persuade people to visit the Sydney Opera House. |
C.To introduce some interviews with experts and designers. |
D.To call on people to buy the postcards of the Sydney Opera House. |
4 . Upcoming Book Fairs and Festivals
If you’re an author, you owe it to yourself to check out this list of book fairs and festival s that authors can attend.
Bouchercon World Mystery Convention, October 14—15, San Diego, CA. The World Mystery Convention is a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization which holds an annual convention in honor of Anthony Boucher, the distinguished mystery fiction critic, editor and author. Bouchercon is their annual world mystery convention, where every year readers, writers, publishers, editors, and booksellers gather for a weekend of education, entertainment, and fun!
The Appalachian Writer’s Conference, October 28, Berea, KY. The conference is a literary workshop that offers beginning writers a chance to sharpen existing skills and learn new techniques from award-winning, seasoned novelists, non-fiction writers, memoirists, and poets. The guests will stay at Historic Boone Tavern Hotel and have a chance to meet Kentucky Artisans.
Kansas Book Festival, November 10—12, Topeka, KS. This event, designed to celebrate the best of Kansas literature, arts and history, will offer a variety of activities for Kansans of all ages, including meet-the-author sessions, panel discussions, book signings and sales, and a special tent with projects for children. This event is free and open to the public.
Indie Book Fair, November 19, Orlando, FL. The Indie Book Fair’s mission is to create a space to allow independent authors to sell and showcase their work, build their readership and make everyone aware of their brand. The vision is through multiple book fair events that are FREE to the public and will include virtual buying for readers who cannot attend. The fair will be held 3 times a year.
1. What’s special about the event to be held in San Diego?A.It lasts the longest. | B.It aims to entertain the volunteers. |
C.It educates the public on publications. | D.It is intended to honor a well-known author. |
A.Staying at a hotel for free. | B.Improving their writing skills. |
C.Winning writing awards. | D.Meeting with independent authors. |
A.In San Diego. | B.In Berea. | C.In Topeka. | D.In Orlando. |
5 . Activities For Families with Children
There are plenty of things to do and see around Cusco, Peru that children will enjoy.
Horse ridingMany children will enjoy the opportunity to ride a horse. The Happy Ranch horse farm organizes horse rides through the countryside passing wheat fields and small towns, wooden huts, open air markets and cooking outside over a fire. Price for a horse ride is US $12 per person.
Cooking classIf you enjoy local food, taking a cooking class could be fun. Several restaurants offer classes, which start with a visit to a local market to buy fresh ingredients (原料). Wearing a cook’s hat, children can help washing and cutting. Prices for a 3 hours class start at US $13 per person.
Hot air balloonA hot- air balloon ride will give you great views of the city. The balloon goes up about 200 meters if weather conditions are OK, less if conditions are windy. The balloon will stay at that altitude for about 10 minutes. Prices are US $20 for an adult, half price for children.
Ceramics classA fun activity for kids is taking a ceramics class at the Fine Arts Center. With the help of an experienced potter, kids can make their own creation on the potter’s wheel from clay. The basic clay class costs US $15 per person and takes 1.5 hours.
1. Which activity takes you to view Cusco’s village life?A.Horse riding. | B.Cooking class. |
C.Hot air balloon. | D.Ceramics class. |
A.US $20. | B.US $40. | C.US $50. | D.US $60. |
A.Schooling. | B.Tourism. | C.Science. | D.Health. |
6 . Walk and dance on the ceilings, sit in a bathroom with an upside-down toilet, grab a chair in the home office, and traverse the entry way, sitting-room, bedroom, kitchen and more. Come on down, upside-down, to House Down Under, Australia’s first inverted house photo experience!
This hugely successful, unique and exciting attraction is back just in time for the school holidays at Rouse Hill Town Centre in Western Sydney. It is a must-see, family-friendly, fun experience with a range of installations and activities inside a completely inverted house.
Visitors can spend as much time as they like inside the house, so they can take their time perfecting poses and taking as many photos as they like. House Down Under staff are always on hand in the house,offering advice, tips on best photo ops and to snap pictures of the whole group.
House Down Under is open from 1 April and opening hours can be found at the end of this article or on the official website. The building is located between the Metro and the Town Centre at Market Square, Rouse Hill Town Centre and you won't be able to miss it.
Rouse Hill Town Centre is also a great place for families with a variety of entertainment and food options, so make it a day out and enjoy everything on offer.
Entry tickets to House Down Under are $27 for an adult; $19 for a child;$23 for a concession (优惠), with family passes ranging from $52-$74 for a family of four. For further information on House Down Under, visit the website, www. house downunder.com.au.OPEN DAILY-Weekdays 9 am to 6 pm; Weekends 10 am to 6 pm.
1. What is special about House Down Under?A.It is conveniently located. |
B.All staff are properly trained. |
C.All things are upside-down in it. |
D.It supplies flexible food options. |
A.Take pictures at will. |
B.Enjoy a shopping trip. |
C.Have a family party. |
D.Visit its occupants. |
A.$23. | B.$27. | C.$52. | D.$74. |
7 . Whether you’ re a fearless adventurer seeking a scenic climb or a beginner outdoorsman eager to be close to nature, these four camping destinations will change your life.
Laugavegur, Iceland
Before snow falls upon the changeable rhyolite (流纹岩) mountains, book a cottage or a tent in the camp city as wild camping is not permitted here. Professionals advise hiking from north to south, which takes you across lava fields, wildflower-spotted grasslands, and to the twin glaciers (冰川) Eyjafjallaj kull and Mydralsj kull. Along the way, the mountains covered with various colors will appeal to you.
High Atlas Mountains, Morocco
Morocco’s most typical range is a bucket-list camping destination for daring travelers. Pass through remote Berber villages and walk a long way from hot desert to snow-capped peaks. You can follow ancient animal paths, though guides in this area are highly suggested. Many will employ the use of a camel to help with the load.
Tierra del Fuego, Chile
Tierra del Fuego is an explorer’s dream. Take a cross-border journey from Argentina to Chile through Radman and set up camp along one of the glacial lakes Blanco or Ofhidro. Animals like beavers are common in this area, and so are condors (秃鹰). Bed down in the grasslands beneath Jebel M’ goun, an extremely quiet peak.
Main Range, Kosciuszko National Park, Australia
Whether you fill your days with passing over the country’ s highest mountains, watching snowfalls or fishing in the glacial lakes, make sure to spend an evening appreciating the starry sky, which is certain to inspire awe (敬畏) in anyone witnessing this sight.
1. What is necessary to camp in Laugavegur according to the text?A.Protection for grasslands. | B.Permission for campsites. |
C.Reservation for accommodation. | D.Recommendation from professionals. |
A.Leisure seekers. | B.Camping amateurs. |
C.Wildlife researchers. | D.Adventure enthusiasts. |
A.Catching fish. | B.Admiring stars. |
C.Climbing mountains. | D.Appreciating glaciers. |
In November 1979, pupils in England were able
9 . RUN FOR FUN
COME AND RUN WITH US
Come and join us for the 6th Run for Fun and let’s make it a day to remember. This event is part of the Run Festival. Race for one mile, with a bag of potatoes.
Members needed
Only teams are needed for the relay race, such as friends, sports clubs and families. Four adults are needed for each team.
Rules to follow
●It’s a short-distance (短距离)race, but runners are supposed to carry a bag of potatoes while running-20 kilos for men and 10 kilos for women.
●Don’t drop the potatoes!
●Men are asked to finish the hurdling. Be careful when you’re jumping over the one-meter-high fences(障碍物)while running. Safety first.
More information
●Date 12th & 13th September
● Location North Park
●Start time 2:00 pm
●Organizer Terry Wilkins
●Contact (联系) us Call Murray Green at (02) 92136116
What you get
●Free entry
●Finisher’s medal
●Bag of potatoes
1. Which statement about Run for Fun is true?A.It is a long-distance race. |
B.It is only free for finishers. |
C.Its organizer is Murray Green. |
D.It has already been held five times. |
A.she is not free on 13th August |
B.her team members are all adults |
C.she wants to take part on her own |
D.she can’t carry 20 kilos of potatoes |
A.A true story. | B.A news report. |
C.A shopping poster. | D.An activity introduction. |
10 . Where to Buy Art Online
Buying a piece of art is easier than ever. Now, art is at the tip of your fingers thanks to the internet. Here are platforms available for all prices and tastes.
ARTFINDER
ArtFinder focuses on selling original and limited edition artwork from independent artists around the world. With 5,700 five-star review son TrustPilot, ArtFinder is a reliable source for affordable art. Buyers like the simple purchasing process and appreciate the accurate representation of the artwork on the website. If you aren't satisfied with what you receive, the platform has a 14-day return policy.
FINE ART AMERICA
Fine Art America is the world's largest online art marketplace. It is home to hundreds of thousands of artists, photographers and global brands. You can also search thematic collections by high-level brands like Rolling Stone, so it's a good choice if you are looking for a print of a famous photograph. If you aren't satisfied with what you receive, the platform has a 30-day return policy.
ARTSY
If you are looking for a high-end gallery experience from home, check out Artsy. This highly respected platform has over 2 million pieces of art available. Artsy aims to make collecting art easy and allows art lovers to buy artwork and even sell pieces from their collections. Once you've purchased or made an offer, all sales are final.
SAATCHI ART
If you want to purchase from emerging and mid-career independent artists, Saatchi Art is a great option. Saatchi has original pieces and art prints ranging from under $500 to over $10,000. With over60,000 international artists on the platform, there is plenty to choose from. Saatchi has a 14-day return policy for original artwork.
1. What does ARTFINDER focus on?A.Print of a famous photograph. | B.Pieces from personal collections. |
C.Original pieces and art prints. | D.Original and limited edition artwork. |
A.ARTFINDER. | B.FINE ART AMERICA. | C.ARTSY. | D.SAATCHI ART. |
A.To educate. | B.To introduce. | C.To confirm. | D.To propose. |