1 . Monthly educational subscription 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 subscription boxes delivered monthly straight to your house.
Spangler Boxes
Spangler Boxes feature a range of hands-on scientific experiments designed by Steve Spangler, who previously hosted 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 a Finders Seekers Box 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 Boxes teach 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 and focus on art and design with projects such as a felt botanic garden,an artificial leather sample set, and a handmade soap. These projects introduce students to new crafting materials and techniques and all craft supplies are included in the box.
1. What did Steve Spangler use to be?| A．A scientist. | B．An educator. | C．A TV host. | D．An engineer. |
| A．Features of cities. | B．Online instructions. |
| C．Historical mysteries. | D．Escape room challenges. |
| A．Creation Boxes. | B．Spangler Boxes. |
| C．Finders Seekers Boxes. | D．Kiwi Doodle Boxes. |
2 . While most TV stations try to attract viewers by producing reality shows, Henan TV has become famous by promoting (推广) traditional culture through Chinese dance. Henan TV produced seven dance pieces introducing traditional culture for traditional festivals, such as “Rhapsody on the Luo River Goddess (《洛神水赋》)”, a two-minute underwater dance for the Dragon Boat Festival. “Guardian Warriors of Longmen (《龙门金刚 》)”, a dance piece supported by AR technology against the backdrop of the Longmen Grottoes(石窟).
“These pieces have gotten nearly 30 billion hits,“ said Yao Wei, director of the TV station. “It’s a huge success for Henan TV.”
On Nov 1, 2021, Yao was invited to talk about how the TV station had produced the hit dance pieces at a three-day forum (论坛) centering on the research of Chinese dance.
The pieces were popular with audiences, most of whom are members of Gen Z, (people born between 1995 and 2009), Yao said.
“It’s been over forty years since the country’s reform(改革) and opening-up and the younger generations have grown up with open minds. They love Chinese culture and are proud of it,” said Yao. “What we need to do is present Chinese culture and tradition in interesting ways for those young people.”
Yao added that Henan TV has been producing shows promoting traditional culture, such as traditional operas and kung Fu, for nearly 30 years.
“To allure younger audiences, we are also changing our shows. One of the keys is to produce them with creativity,” Yao said. “For example, the latest technology and special stage settings, like underwater scenes, have become our new ways of telling stories about traditional Chinese culture.”
Another key to successfully reaching younger audiences is using social media to promote their shows.
“Social media is being shaped and driven by young people. It’s a powerful form of communication. When they watch short videos, they easily become interested in an eye-catching video,” Yao said.
1. What can we learn about the seven dance pieces produced by Henan TV?| A．They were performed by famous stars. |
| B．They were presented in creative ways. |
| C．They were about the reform and opening-up. |
| D．They were produced by AR technology. |
| A．Interested. | B．Hopeful. | C．Puzzled. | D．Disappointed. |
| A．Greet. | B．Support. | C．Attract. | D．Interview. |
| A．To report on the features of traditional Chinese dance. |
| B．To tell the traditional stories of the seven dance pieces. |
| C．To explain how technology helps promote traditional Chinese culture. |
| D．To introduce the success of the dance series produced by Henan TV. |
3 . Robot science fiction has long been a favorite for readers. If you want to check out any of these titles for free, you can do so with Audible’s one-month free trial. Click here to download Audible’s app to try for $0.00.
I. Robot
The author of I, Robot, Isaac Asimov, is an indisputable giant within the world of robot science fiction due to his creation of the three laws of robotics. I, Robot is a landmark work of robot sci-fi which explores every facet of robots and their place in the world of humans, from their conception through to their possible replacement of humanity.
Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?
Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? is an absolute landmark work of robot science fiction and has gained even greater recognition due to being made into the classic motion picture Blade Runner. The story’s hero is tasked with hunting down sentient robots that have gone immoral.
The Night Sessions
The Night Sessions by Ken MacLeod envisions a world in which religions and those who believe in them have been pushed to the edge of society. This is also a world populated by sentient robots that sometimes help humanity but are often shunned by their very creators.
Sea of Rust
Sea of Rust is set in a future world in which humanity has been totally wiped out by an unimaginably powerful artificial intelligence system and the robots it has at its command. In this world without mankind, the two most powerful artificial intelligence systems fight for control. It is both a tight story of survival and an optimistic adventure.
1. Which book has become more popular after being made into a movie?| A．I, Robot | B．Sea of Rust |
| C．The Night Sessions | D．Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? |
| A．It is a story of human survival. |
| B．It is set in a world full of robots. |
| C．It is about a harmonious world without mankind. |
| D．It’s about robots and humans fighting for control. |
| A．A website. | B．A newspaper. |
| C．A book review. | D．A journal of literary criticism. |
4 . British Museum
Located in Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3DG, the British Museum houses a vast collection of world art and artifacts and is free to all visitors. The British Museums surprising collection spans over two million years of human history and culture, and it has more than 7 million objects, so it would probably take a week to see everything.
Over 6 million visitors every year experience the collection, including world-famous objects such as the Rosetta Stone and Egyptian mummies.
Admission (入场费) and opening times
Free, open daily from 10:00 to 17:30.
Open until 20:30 on Fridays,except Good Friday.
Closed on 24, 25 and 26 December and 1 January.
Large luggage (行李), suitcases and cabin baggage
For everyone’s safety, all bags, packages and personal items may be searched before entry. Wheeled cases and large items of luggage are not allowed on British Museum for safety and security reasons. Storage for luggage is available at major rail stations, including Euston, Kings Cross and Charring Cross.
Membership
Membership allows you to discover two million years of human history with free unlimited entry to special exhibitions.
Individual (个人) membership: $74
Under 26 membership: $54
Young friends (ages 8—15):$25
Shops
The Museum has four shops where you can buy books, souvenirs, and family gifts.
1. When can you visit the British Museum?| A．At 9:00 Friday. | B．On Christmas Day. |
| C．At 12:00 Monday. | D．On Good Friday. |
| A．At some crossings. | B．At major train stations. |
| C．In the hall of the Museum. | D．At the entrance to the Museum. |
| A．79. | B．99. | C．128. | D．148. |
5 . One Day University
One Day University was founded by Steven Schragis in 2006. He came up with the idea after he dropped his daughter off at college in upstate New York. The school had about a dozen professors giving short talks about a variety of subjects. All the parents had the same reaction: “I wish I were the one going to college!”
One Day University creates fascinating days of learning designed to inspire your mind. We work with over two hundred professors from the country’s top colleges to create events. No matter what you love, you’ll find that every One Day U event is filled with exploratory talks that will challenge you as if you were a student in college once again! And just like your college days, you’re sure to meet new friends who share the belief that learning is a rewarding lifelong process. At One Day U, there’s no homework and no grades. Just learning for the sake of learning!
| SATURDAY, JULY 21; 9:30 am — 4:00 pm Lisner Auditorium at George Washington University; Washington. DC | |
| LITERATURE 9:30 am — 10:35 am | The Lost Indian Culture Jeremi Suri / University of Texas Distinguished Teaching Award |
| SCIENCE 10:50 am — 11:55 am | How the Brain Works John Hall / University of Wisconsin-Madison William H. Kiekhofer Distinguished Teaching Award |
| MUSIC 12:10 pm — 1:15 pm | The History of Jazz Anna Celenza /George-town University Teacher-Scholar Award |
| Lunch break 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm | |
| PSYCHOLOGY 2:30 pm — 4:00 pm | Genius, Creativity and Depression Jessica Payne / University of Notre Dame Bok Center Award for Teaching Excellence |
Live EventFull price: $125
Visit OneDayU. com or call 800 -300 -3438.
1. What do we know about One Day U?| A．It aims to reward college students. |
| B．It was founded by Steven Schragis and his daughter. |
| C．It is intended to help its participants get excellent grades at college. |
| D．It is in cooperation with hundreds of top universities’ professors |
| A．George town. | B．Jeremi Suri. |
| C．Anna Celenza. | D．Jessica Payne. |
| A．To show the history of One Day U. |
| B．To advertise One Day U events on July 21. |
| C．To explain how to learn at One Day U. |
| D．To stress the great influence of One Day U. |
6 . The travel courses in University of New England led by faculty members (导师) are an exciting, enriching way to study abroad. You will meet with faculty throughout the semester to prepare for travel through readings, lectures and coursework; then you’ll travel during a semester break to enhance your learning.
Greece and Italy Course
Open to: Undergraduate Students
Faculty: Kash Dutta
Application Deadline: November 1, 2022
This spring semester course discovers the interesting connections between human anatomy (解剖学) and the art of the Renaissance. During your 10-day trip to Italy and Greece in May, 2023, you will tour historic sites in Athens, Rome, Florence, and Bologna, representing the birthplace of modern anatomical science in some of the Europe’s oldest universities.
Kenya Course
Open to: Post Graduate Students
Faculty: Richard Peterson, Ph.D.
Application Deadine: November 1, 2022
This is a spring semester course offered with a 22-day field experience in Kenya in late May, 2023. Semester studies focus on understanding Kenya’s contemporary environmental, health and community development issues. The field experience features visits to leading universities, museums, and national parks, an overland journey.
Mexico Course
Open to: Undergraduate Students
Faculty: Sam McReynolds, Ph.D.
Application Deadline: November 1, 2022
This spring semester travel course fulfills the global citizenship requirement and includes a nine-day trip to Mexico during spring break. Students will spend their first few days in Cuernavaca, an important cultural center in Central Mexico, where they will live with host families and immerse themselves in the community. They will then travel to the nearby village of Amatlán, where they will teach English in a local school, and learn about Amatlán’s varied customs.
Costa Rica Course
Open to: Undergraduate Students
Faculty: Greg Zogg, Ph.D.
Application Deadline: November 1, 2022
This is a spring semester course that includes travel to Costa Rica for nine days over spring break, where you will explore the amazing biodiversity of both tropical rainforests and so-called dry forests. Students will conduct fieldwork examining how human — induced changes in the environment — such as invasive species, and global warming — impact these two forest types.
1. Who will lead the anatomy and art course in 2023?| A．Kash Dutta. | B．Greg Zogg. |
| C．Richard Peterson. | D．Sam McReynolds. |
| A．In Kenya. | B．In Mexico. |
| C．In Costa Rica. | D．In Greece and Italy. |
| A．They will start on November 1, 2022. |
| B．They are intended for undergraduate students. |
| C．They all include short-term travel courses. |
| D．They will be offered in leading universities. |
7 . Many summer camps have had to cancel their programming due to COVID-19. So we have found a great selection of virtual summer camps for your children.
Happy Camper Live
Ages: 5~ 18
Cost: $499 a month .
What is special about Happy Camper Live is that there are hundreds of camp adventures and experiences to choose from to offer your children unique camp experience. Children can make fun with a world-class athlete, play volleyball with a national high school champion and learn a new art, craft or musical instrument.
Smart Robots Virtual Camp
Ages: 7 ~11
Cost: $179 for two weeks
Campers will receive a smart coding robot of choice and learning materials and apps to get them started in this camp. This camp is made as much of a social experience as possible. At the end of camp, each child will be certificated as a “junior coder”，have made penfriends for life and have new skills and knowledge to bring into their classrooms in the fall.
Written Out Loud
Ages: 8~17
Cost: $250 per week
The storytelling school Written Out Loud has transformed its program to a virtual storytelling workshop. Founded in 2018 by a Hollywood film-maker, Witten Out Loud offers classes for children aged 8 to 17 that combine a range of disciplines such as creative writing, film-making and even improving comedy.
Got Game Summer Academy
Ages: 4~12
Cost: $195 for two weeks
With a focus on reading, writing and math, Got Game will help your children stay academically on track while still having fun in an energized virtual learning environment. Children will receive personalized attention from teachers while also participating in games that center around communication on group projects and building individual skills.
1. What’s special about Happy Camper Live?| A．It offers a large number of different activities. |
| B．It’s the most expensive of the four camps. |
| C．It focuses on improving musical skills. |
| D．It was founded by a world-class athlete. |
| A．In Written Out Loud. | B．In Happy Camper Live. |
| C．In Smart Robots Virtual Camp. | D．In Got Game Summer Academy. |
| A．They enable children to learn while playing games. |
| B．They improve children’ s writing skills. |
| C．They teach children how to make films. |
| D．They are suitable for children above 12. |
8 . For Art Lovers
We Are Water Protectors
Carole Lindstrom, illustrated (加插图) by Michaela Goade
Water is life! The Water Protectors at Standing Rock and beyond have been battling to defend Mother Earth’s sacred water to honor our ancestors, to provide for our peoples and for future generations. This picture book — seriously, it’s breathtaking — was written by Carole Lindstrom of the Turtle Mountain Band of Ojibwe and illustrated by Michaela Goade. (For ages 3 to 6)
All Because You Matter
Tami Charles, illustrated by Bryan Collier
From the matter of the universe to Black Lives Matter, this illustrated book pulls together the real universe to make it clear that its young readers are special beyond belief. Drawing inspiration from his own grandmother’s clothes-making, Bryan Collier pairs with Tami Charles to deliver an important message. (For ages 4 to 8)
Honeybee: The Busy Life of Apis Mellifera (意大利蜂)
Candace Fleming, illustrated by Eric Rohmann
A beautifully illustrated Apis mellifera presented in tasty oil paints cycles. Young readers get a front row seat to the natural world while vivid words introduce the anxiety leading to the bee’s first flight. Think each bee has just one job? Think again. Bees hold a variety of occupations during their short, lovely lives — and you thought you were busy! (For ages 6 to 9)
The Plain Janes
Cecil Castellucci and Jim Rugg
Cecil Castellucci and Jim Rugg’s children comic about four girl artists attracted readers when it was released in 2007. Now, in a reissue (再版) that includes the original tales along with a new story, Castellucci ages up her message. While the Janes’ lives have grown more complicated, Castellucci’s theme remains sincere and — in these trying times — something many of us struggle to keep in mind. (For ages 8 to 15)
1. Which book does Michaela Goade draw for?| A．The Plain Janes. | B．All Because You Matter. |
| C．We Are Water Protectors. | D．Honeybee: The Busy Life of Apis Mellifera. |
| A．His family member. | B．His readers. |
| C．Himself. | D．Tami Charles. |
| A．They are about endangered animals. |
| B．They are targeted at art lovers under sixteen. |
| C．They have been released more than once. |
| D．They contribute to environmental protection. |
9 . Thanks to some of the best summer camps for gifted students we mention down below, you won’t have to worry about how to ensure your children will enjoy study while school is out.
World Scholars Academy
Headquartered in Hawaii, the World Scholars Academy offers a number of summer courses specifically designed for gifted high school students. Students here will learn advanced study skills, will have an opportunity to develop a deeper conceptual understanding of complex subjects, and will have a unique opportunity to create relationships with other students that can serve them well for years and years to come.
Summer Institute for the Gifted
With locations in a variety of famous universities throughout the United States, these programs vary wildly from year to year but are always designed to give gifted young people enough opportunity to develop new skills, knowledge, and a wealth of experiences that will help set them up for success.
Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth
Hosted at 25 different locations on both the East Coast and the West Coast of the US-as well as in Hong Kong-these three-week programs cover a wide variety of studies, including humanities, math, science, writing, and much more. Some of them can even be used towards high school credits.
Northwestern Center for Talented Development
Each one of the summer camps provided by Northwestern University is situated on the Northwestern campus in northern Illinois. Gifted youth in grades 10th through 12th are invited to attend the three-week residential programs each summer. These programs prepare them for life after high school, and provide them college credits at the conclusion of the course.
1. Who would be most interested in the text?| A．Parents. | B．Tourists. |
| C．College students. | D．Scientific researchers. |
| A．The skills of writing. | B．The secret to success. |
| C．Adaptation to complex life. | D．Advanced courses to better themselves. |
| A．World Scholars Academy. |
| B．Summer Institute for the Gifted. |
| C．Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth. |
| D．Northwestern Center for Talented Development. |
10 . We all have a favorite independent pet shop, where we always pick up the tastiest treats and best dog toys. And now, it’s time to praise these small shops! This year, Beco, the UK’s leading pet brand, is launching the Independent Pet
Shop Awards to champion the brilliant people who work tirelessly managing the independent pet shops we love.
Beco will ask people to nominate(提名)their favorite independent pet shop. People who want to participate just need to register on www. becopets. com and answer a question. To motivate people to take part in the activity, Beco is giving away a dog basket worth £ 150 to five fortunate participants- The five lucky people will be selected at random. They will be contacted via email- They have 48 hours from the initial email to claim their prizes.
Nominations are now open on www. becopets. com. Judges will visit the nominees before selecting one of them as the UK’s Favorite Independent Pet Shop. The final winner will be announced on November 20.
•This activity is open to anyone who is a citizen of the United Kingdom.
•Participants must be 18 or over.
•Entry to the activity is restricted to one entry per person please.
•Closing date for entries is 11: 59 pm on November 7.
1. Why is the Independent Pet Shop Awards started?| A．To appeal for more attention to pets. |
| B．To inform people of a famous pet brand. |
| C．To promote the business of some pet shops. |
| D．To honor some hardworking pet shop owners. |
| A．150 pounds. | B．A pet basket. |
| C．A pet dog. | D．Free pet care. |
| A．Being a UK citizen. |
| B．Being 19 years old. |
| C．Submitting two entries. |
| D．Participating online. |
