2 . 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

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.

4 . Welcome to iusEnglish, a wonderful online school that specializes in teaching English to school.aged Chinese children from seven to fifteen. We offer lessons focusing on English reading and writing.Because of the rapid growth of our school, we are now looking for more qualified（合格的）teachers to join us to teach 3rd & 4th grade.

Online Teachers for 3rd & 4th Grade Reading and Writing Classes

•Teach 3rd & 4th grade reading classes in an online environment ；

•The students are Chinese children who are able to communicate in English ；

•Class schedule will be set up according to teachers' time frame ；

•Teachers are expected to create lessons and grade students' homework ；

•40 minutes for a class and one class meeting once a week.

Desired Skills & Experience

•A recognized degree and a teaching qualification at the graduate level ；

•Those with the teaching background in elementary school are highly preferred ；

•Ability to plan, deliver and motivate students to learn；

•Strong communication skills to work with cooperation ；

•Native American English speakers ；

•Be able to create lessons and prepare lesson plans ；

•Love teaching! Patience, self-management, positive attitude, and most of all, be devoted ；

• Two -year experience in teaching online or in classroom circumstances for programming teachers.

Teachers are able to work from the comfort of their own homes in the hours and days of their choosing. The benefits of joining iusEnglish are great. Besides earning extra income, teachers are rewarded by watching the continual progress of their students week by week. It' s a win-win situation, and we hope you will consider joining our team.

Don't hesitate .Please contact us: ius@ iusEnglish. com.

5 . My Favourite Books

Jo Usmar is a writer for Cosmopolitan and co-author of the This Book Will series(系列) of lifestyle books. Here she picks her top reads.

I once wrote a paper on the influence of fairy tales on Roald Dahl’s writing and it gave me a new appreciation for his strange and delightful words. Matilda’s battles with her cruel parents and the bossy headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, are equally funny and frightening, but they’re also aspirational.

It’s about two sisters—Eri, a model who either won’t or can’t stop sleeping, and Mari, a young student. In trying to connect to her sister, Mari starts changing her life and discovers a world of diverse “night people” who are hiding secrets.

There was a bit of me that didn’t want to love this when everyone else on the planet did, but the horror story is brilliant. There’s tension and anxiety from the beginning as Nick and Amy battle for your trust. It’s a real whodunit and the frustration when you realise what’s going on is horribly enjoyable.

This is an excellent fantasy novel from one of the best storytellers around. After a serious flu outbreak wipes out 99.4% of the world’s population, a battle unfolds between good and evil among those left. Randall Flagg is one of the scariest characters ever.

6 . Washington, D.C. Bicycle Tours

Cherry Blossom Bike Tour in Washington, D.C.

Duration: 3 hours

This small group bike tour is a fantastic way to see a world-famous cherry trees with beautiful flowers of Washington, D.C. Your guide will provide a history lesson about the trees and the famous monuments where they blossom. Reserve your spot before availability — the cherry blossoms—disappear!

Washington Capital Monuments Bicycle Tour

Duration: 3 hours (4 miles)

Join a guided bike tour and view some of the most popular monuments in Washington, D.C. Explore the monuments and memorials on the National Mall as your guide shares unique facts and history at each stop. Guided tour includes bike, helmet, cookies and bottled water.

Capital City Bike Tour In Washington, D.C.

Duration: 3 hours

Morning or Afternoon, this bike tour is the perfect tour for D. C. newcomers and locals looking to experience Washington, D.C. in a healthy way with minimum effort. Knowledgeable guides will entertain you with the most, interesting stories about Presidents, Congress, memorials, and parks. Comfortable bikes and a smooth tour route(路线) make cycling between the sites fun and relaxing.

Washington Capital Sites at Night Bicycle Tour

Duration: 3 hours (7miles)

Join a small group bike tour for an evening of exploration in the heart of Washington, D.C. Get up close to the monuments and memorials as you bike the sites of Capitol Hill and the National Mall. Frequent stops are made for photo taking as your guide offers unique facts and history. Tour includes bike, helmet, and bottled water. All riders are equipped with reflective vests and safety lights.