Fun Cooking Children aged 6 to 10 can learn to make healthy hamburgers. And children aged 10 to 12 can learn to make delicious cakes. Price: $35 Time: every Wednesday (2:00 p.m — 5:00 p.m) in August Place: Little Cook School | |
Clay Craft This two-hour course teaches children to make gifts by using clay. It is really interesting. For children aged 6 to 12. Price: $20 Time: every Friday (l:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.) in July Place: Art Center | Wonder Dancing Children can learn different kinds of dances, such as jazz or ballet from great teachers. For children aged 10 to 12. Price: $60 for four lessons Time: every Thursday (3:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m) in July Place: Emma Workshop (工作室) |
1. When does Little Cook School offer classes?
| A．Every Thursday in July. | B．Every Wednesday in August. |
| C．Every Friday in July. | D．Every Friday in August. |
| A．At Little Cook School. | B．At Art Workshop. |
| C．At Emma Workshop. | D．At Art Center. |
| A．$15. | B．$20. | C．$60. | D．$240. |
2 . Apple Seeds
Circulation: 1 Year, 9 Issues
Cover Price: $ 42.55
Product Description: Apple seeds is an award winning magazine filled with stories for kids aged from 7 to 9. The cover is very soft, proving durability that allows each issue to be enjoyed for many years to come. Besides, there is a big surprise for you — it’s being sold at a more favorable discount than usual.
Better Life
Circulation: 1 Year, 12 Issues
Cover Price: $ 44.55
Product Description: Designed for those who have a strong interest in personal lifestyle, Better Life is America’s complete home and family service magazine. It offers help with food, recipes, decorating, building, gardening, family health, money management, and education.
Humor Times
Circulation: 1 Year, 12 Issues
Cover Price: $ 36.00
Product Description: Humor Times Magazine is for those who love to laugh! Full of cartoons and humor columns, it shows up in your mailbox once a month and keeps you smiling all year round! In today’s world, you need a reason to laugh. So let’s find it in humor Times.
News China
Circulation: 1 Year, 12 Issues
Cover Price: $ 47.88
Product Description: News China magazine is the English edition of China domestic news in politics, business, society, environment, culture, sports and travels, etc. It is the first comprehensive news magazine for readers interested in China.
1. How much would you probably pay for an award winning magazine?| A．$ 44.55 | B．$ 42.55 | C．$ 36.00 | D．$ 47.88 |
| A．People who are interested in China’s politics, business and culture. |
| B．People who have a strong sense of humor and love to laugh. |
| C．People who want to enlarge the knowledge of their kids. |
| D．People who have an interest in personal lifestyle of the Chinese. |
| A．Apple Seeds | B．Better Life | C．Humor Times | D．News China |
3 . Summer camps have their unlimited daily diet of screen-free outdoor fun. Now, for kids hungry for a bit of parent-free adventure and keen to broaden their horizons, an overseas camp is a chance to show real independence, form lifelong cross-cultural friendships and maybe even pick up a new skill.
Village Camps
Salavas, France
+33475881681
Best for: River fun
Suitable for: 11-17 years; £1996 (13 nights), starting 30th June or 14th July
This granddaddy of European camps (now in its 48th year) on the banks of the Ardeche is a well-run operation with rock climbing and canoe training in a two-day 30 km canoe trip with an overnight sleep in a camp. If you’re interested, you can combine the outdoor fun with a French language course.
International Camp Suisse
Route de la Jorette, Switzerland
+41795639872
Best for: Mountain activities
Suitable for: 6-17 years; £2600 (13 nights), starting any Saturday from 30th June to 17th August
Set up 15 years ago by Richard Young and Julie Tyler, it draws campers from all over the world. Here all campers do language tuition in French, Spanish, German or English, combined with cultural trips and a full timetable of outdoor action.
French Woods Sports and Arts
431 Chapel Hill Rd, New York, US
+16076372267
Best for: Teenage daydreaming
Cost from: £2263-£2707 for two weeks from early June to the end of August
This teen-only camp offers watersports, sports and extreme sports, performing and visual arts, circus arts and technology such as computer programming and robotics.
Camp Kandalore
1143 Kandalore Rd, Canada
+17054892419
Best for: Wilderness
Suitable for: 14-16 years; £1972 for two weeks between 28th June and 26th August
This 70-year-old venue offers some incredible water-based adventures, including canoe tripping through the lakes and parks.
1. What is the advantage for kids to attend an overseas camp?| A．Having screen time free of charge. | B．Freeing their parents from adventures. |
| C．Enhancing their independent ability. | D．Tasting their parents’ financial hardship. |
| A．£1996. | B．£1972. | C．£2270. | D．£2600. |
| A．+16076372267. | B．+17054892419. |
| C．+41795639872. | D．+33475881681. |
4 . As parents, most of us are keen to encourage a love of reading in our children but sometimes it can be hard to know how to do this. All four of these books contain loads of useful tips about how to get your kids into reading and stand out as my favourite books. The books should be widely available in libraries and bookshops. You can also buy them online with free postage anywhere in the world through the Book Depository.
Rocket Your Child into Reading
Best known as an Australian children's author, Jackie French also struggled at school with reading and writing and knows first-hand all about the inpact these stuggles have on a child's self- esteem and atiude to school and learning. In this book , Jackie looks at the dfferent ways children learn. She has some wonderful ideas about how parents can help stnggling readers.
Reading Magic
The book is beautifully witten with lots of iformation about the importance of reading aloud to children. As well as being an author of the most beautiful picture books for young children, Mem Fox is also a teacher and literacy advocate so her advice is backed up with lots of research. Reading Magic is quite a short book, full of hunour and very easy to read.
The Reading Bug
Before Paul Jennings started writing flltime, he was a special-education teacher and then a speech pathologist. Like Mem, Paul believes parents are the best reading teachers in the world and that parental involvement is key to a child learming to read and use language. This is another easy - to - read book which presents simple strategies to show how parents can use books to enrich their children's lives.
The Read-Aloud Handbook
This book was originally published in 1979 and is still in print. It contains many ideas to encourage reading in children. Originally a journalist, Jim Trelease has some interesting things to say about the US education system, with its emphasis on testing almost to the exclusion of all else. Like Mem Fox, Jim is a passionate advocate for children's literacy and the importance of reading to children.
1. Which book can better help children with reading difficulty?| A．Reading Magic. | B．The Reading Bug. |
| C．The Read-Aloud Handbook. | D．Rocket Your Child into Reading. |
| A．Paul Jennings. | B．Jim Trelease. |
| C．Mem Fox. | D．Jackie French. |
| A．They are all newly-printed books. |
| B．They are beautiful picture books. |
| C．They are offered to children for free. |
| D．They are books about raising readers. |
5 . Best Baby Car Seats to Buy in 2022
Joie Spin 360º 0+1 Child Car Seat: Halfords (£200)
Features:
·Suitable from birth to 4 years (18kg) ·ECE R44/04 certified (safety standard)
·360º movement for forward and rearward travel ·ISOFIX installation
·Multi-height headrest and 5-point harness ·Deluxe cushioning
·Grow With Me (GWM) infant body and head support
Graco Slimfit All-in-One Combination Car Seat: eBay (£100.00), Amazon (£169.99), Very (£184.99)
Features:
·Suitable from birth to 18kg ·5-point harness
·High back booster (15-36kg) ·True shield safety side impact
·Enhanced head protection ·3-in-1 car seat with removable cup holder
Joie Juva Classic 0+ Baby Car Seat: Very (£49.99), Argos (£50.00), Amazon (£66.00)
Features:
·Suitable for children from birth to 12 months (9kg) ·Not ISOFIX compatible
·Rear facing ·Side impact protection
·5-point harness ·One pull harness adjustment
·Adjustable head support
Sitvon All-in-One Baby Car Seat: Amazon (£219)
Features:
·Suitable from birth to 9kg ·Suitable forward-facing position from 9 to 36kg
·360º rotation & ISOFIX+ top installation ·11-level height position adjustable headrest
1. Which baby car seat provides deluxe cushioning?| A．Joie Spin. | B．Joie Juva. | C．Graco Slimfit. | D．Sitvon. |
| A．ISOFIX compatible & one pull harness adjustment |
| B．rear facing & removable cup holder |
| C．suitable for kids under one & adjustable head support |
| D．side impact protection & 360º rotation |
| A．Amazon | B．Argos | C．Very | D．eBay |
6 . Canyoning
The sports of canyoning (蹦谷) explore the high-energy environment where water meets rock on the coast. Protected by wetsuits and helmets, people jump from cliffs and waterfalls and discover caves that would not normally be arrived at.
It was first done in the U.K. by TYF Adventure (01437 721611, www.tyf.com) and several thousand people jump from the cliffs near St David’s each year. A half day canyoning trip costs ￡50 (￡30 for children under 16).
Diving
Diving is not popular with British people. The difficulties of wild waters are greater because the water is colder and not clear enough, but the coasts of Cornwall, Wales and Scotland have some of the best diving in the world.
The British Sub Aqua Club (0870 112 9133, www.bsac.com) and the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (01580 819688, www.padi.com) run courses teaching the important skills.
Surfing
The best surfing places in the UK are on the southwest coast where it is warmer, especially in Cornwall. The best time of year to surf in the UK is late summer and autumn.
The British Surfing Association (01479 861256, www.britsurf.co.uk) has a list of famous surf schools around the country.
Rock climbing
The most popular natural rocks in Britain include the Peak District, the Lake District, while large areas of Scotland are a climber’s ideal place. Climbing courses and climbing walls can be found on the website of the British Mountaineering Council (0870 010 4878, www.thebmc.co.uk).
1. If a couple with their child of 15 join in Canyoning for a day, they will pay ________.| A．￡130 | B．￡160 | C．￡260 | D．￡320 |
| A．Canyoning. | B．Diving. | C．Surfing. | D．Rock climbing. |
| A．Visitors who want to pay a visit to Britain |
| B．Visitors in Britain who are keen on extreme sports |
| C．Chinese students who are interested in British culture |
| D．Travelers who are enthusiastic about camping in China |
7 . Lake City Skating Programs
Skating is a fantastic activity for people of any age. Patience, participation and perseverance are a few of the many values that the sport can teach its students. Our programs are thoughtfully prepared to embrace the natural progression of learning on ice for people dependent on their original abilities and age. Read on to learn more about our programs.
Learn to Skate Program
Come to Learn to Skate at the Frontier Ice Arena. Classes include skate rentals, 30-minute instruction from Lake City Figure Skating coaches, plus U. S. Figure Skating membership, record books and sports accident insurance.
Super Skaters Program
We are excited to bring back our 16-week Super Skaters Program. This program is open to any potential skater aged 3~8. Super Skaters is a 16-week set of lessons offered on Tuesdays from 5 to 5:30 PM. Your $99 fee includes skate rentals, lessons fees and access to the 5:45 PM public session.
Rising Stars Bridge Program
The Rising Stars Bridge Program is the perfect progression for skaters who have passed Basic 3 and are looking to step into the big kid skater world. Bridge skaters will have access to the 8~9 AM freestyle session and they will now enjoy a 30-minute group lesson from 9 to 9:30 AM. Private lessons may be taken during freestyle time for an additional cost
Theater on Ice Program
Theater on Ice is a form of competitive figure skating that combines the grace of figure skating with the excitement of theater and dance. Teams consist of between 8 and 30 skaters. In addition, solo skating is discouraged, but is permitted in limited amounts if it enhances the overall telling of the program’s story.
1. What should skaters consider when choosing a suitable program?| A．Original abilities and age. | B．Experience in other sports. |
| C．Skating equipment and cost. | D．Values learned from textbooks. |
| A．Learn to Skate Program. | B．Super Skaters Program. |
| C．Rising Stars Bridge Program. | D．Theater on Ice Program. |
| A．Solo skating. | B．Private lessons. | C．Accident insurance. | D．Performance art. |
Should you have your baby’s DNA sequenced? What keeps you awake? Step inside the Hall of Human Life. the Museums new biology exhibition, and encounter such far-reaching questions on an amazing journey inside the human body. Through digital media and personal interaction, you become “part of the story”, as you contribute your own data in a process of learning and discovery.
A Birds World(Permanent Exhibit)
This exhibit features the Museums extraordinary collection of birds，displaying over 300 species in New England. Here, you can learn to interpret the bird language taking place just outside your window at home.
Test your observation skills and see if you can get past different birds without them alerting(发信号)other animals to your presence. Learn to identify birds from a distance by recognizing unique flight patterns. Practice your flying technique in the Bird Walk.
Butterfly Garden(Permanent Exhibit)
Walk among the free-flying residents of this warm conservatory. It is a wonderful opportunity to get close to a variety of living butterflies from New England and across the globe. The “Emergence Box” offers a window into the butterfly behavior. Look inside to see hanging chrysalides (蝶蛹)transform into adult butterflies. Tickets are required and visitors should reserve at least two weeks in advance.
1. How can you become part of the story in the Hall of Human Life?| A．By keeping awake. | B．On an funny journey. |
| C．By answering questions. | D．Through offering the personal data. |
| A．Learn the bird language. | B．Watch all bird species. |
| C．Make your flying technique better. | D．Send signals to birds. |
| A．Hanging chrysalides. |
| B．Getting close to butterflies. |
| C．Keeping the conservatory warm. |
| D．Observing butterflies through its window. |
9 . You’re never too young to make an impact on your community.
Members of Gen Z are exceptionally creative, cause-oriented, and hyper-aware of the world around them, making them perfectly ready to help handle the world’s problems through volunteering.
If you want to make a difference in your community, be a part of something bigger than yourself, or just need to earn some required volunteer hours, then this is the place to start. Here are a few organizations of Gen Z with volunteer opportunities for teens!
Habitat for Humanity
Everyone deserves to have a place they call home. By volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, you can play a role in biding up your community. Their Habitat Youth Programs accept volunteers between the ages of 5 and 40 for everything from home construction to affordable housing advocacy.
Meals on Wheels
For those tens who just got their licenses and love any reason to get behind the wheel, here’s a volunteer opportunity that ‘ll make driving worthwhile. Meals on Wheels is on a mission to meet the nutritional and social needs of seniors. 225 million meals have been delivered so far-connect with your local provider to find out how you can get involved.
Key Club
As the oldest service program for high schoolers, the Key Club has quite a history of helping tens get involved in volunteering. Because clubs are student-led, you get a direct say in the kinds of service projects you want to do. Chances are, there’s already a chapter in your school, but if not, you can try taking the lead in one.
Best Buddies
Volunteer with Best Buddies to help end the social, physical, and economic isolation of 200 million people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and you’ll make some new pals in the process! Join a school chapter (or start your own) to use friendship as a tool for inclusivity in your community.
And don’t worry. Even if you can’t volunteer physically, there are also tons of online volunteer Opportunities available! Find out more about joining a worthwhile volunteer organizations at www. Gen Z.org.
1. If you want to help people with disabilities, you can join ____________| A．Habitat for Humanity | B．Meals on Wheels |
| C．Key Club | D．Best Buddies |
| A．send meals to the elderly | B．make nutritional meals |
| C．drive the seniors around | D．teach the seniors to drive |
| A．get more people to volunteer | B．teach teens to he more creative |
| C．promote awareness of world affairs | D．instruct teens to earn volunteer hours |
10 . The fitness center offers a variety of activities for members of all ages throughout the week.
Activities for Monday 12 July, 2017:
Learn to swim. Classes for preschool children aged five and under start at 10 am. Classes last 30 minutes and parents must attend with their children. Don't forget to book in advance, as places are limited, and to pack some warm clothes for after the lesson.
Woman's aerobics（有氧运动）. Sessions are for one hour and begin at 10:45 am, led by Melissa. Come along and join us every Monday for an exhilarating hour of exercise and fun. Leave your kids at the nursery and take time out for yourself. Wear a tracksuit or something similar.
Lunch time yoga. Take a break at lunchtime （1:00-2:00 pm） for an hour of meditation and yoga. Enjoy the peace and quiet of our meditation room, and relaxing sessions designed for active people with busy lives. Use your own mat（垫子）for floor work or huy one from us with some money.
Family Shootaround. 10:00-5:30 pm. Family Shootaround is open for members and guests to bring the family out for basketball. Half court games are only during this time. There are no full court games during Family Shootaround hours. All participants must sign in at the front desk and wear a wistband during the play.
1. When will Melissa be working?| A．From 10:00 am to 10:30 am |
| B．From 10:45 am to 11:45 am. |
| C．From 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. |
| D．From 10:00 am to 5:30 pm. |
| A．Lunchtime yoga. | B．Women's aerobics. |
| C．Learn to swim | D．Family Shootaround. |
| A．The need to sign in |
| B．The need to book in advance. |
| C．The need to bring something. |
| D．The need to become a member. |
