1 . Spent all summer exploring the best national parks in the US, and now you’re seeking some cold weather thrills? We suggest taking a break from classic winter activities and taking part in some family-friendly ones instead. Head to the best indoor amusement parks in the US, and enjoy your dose of family fun.

• I-X Indoor Amusement Park

During the weeks starting in late March, enjoy Ferris wheels (摩天轮) and merry-go-rounds (旋转木马).While taking some time to digest the com dogs and carnival favorites you’ll surely be devouring, enjoy some music by live bands.

Address: 6200 Riverside Dr, Cleveland, 44135.

Price: $19.99, discounts for larger groups available

• iPlay America

The indoor 115,000 square feet amusement park includes family-friendly rides like a carousel (旋转木马), happy swing and dizzy dragons. Classic boardwalk games like whack-a-mole (打地鼠) and balloon darts (飞镖) will make you miss summer days while common arcade (游戏厅) games like ski-ball and air hockey will keen you feeling competitive. Stick around for dinner on Saturdays, and you’ll also enjoy free live music.

Address: 110 Schanck Rd, Freehold, NJ.

Price: $29.99

• Nickelodeon Universe

Everything’s bigger in Bloomington, including America’s largest indoor theme park, the sever-acre Nickelodeon Universe in the Mall of America. Here, your family can enjoy 27 rides that range from the tots (幼儿) Wonder Pet’s Flyboat to the thrilling big kids-only Avatar Airbender. Make sure there’s room on your camera for pictures-your kids are going to want to remember meeting their favorite cartoon characters, including SpongeBob and the Bubble Guppies.

Address: Mall of America, 5000 Centre Court, Bloomington, MN.

Price: $34.99

• Mt Olympus

Another stop in Wisconsin Dells is Mt Olympus, a paradise for little ones. With gentle rides perfect for tots-including mini hot air balloons, bi-planes, tea cups and a trolley-your kiddo will be delighted. The alien ball pit is a must-visit, and your older elementary school-aged children will amuse themselves on the climbing wall, bumper cars and the arcade, which includes mini bowling.

Address: 1701 Wisconsin Dells Parkway, Wisconsin Dells, WI.

Price: $16.66

1. What is special about I-X Indoor Amusement Park?

A．It has large group discounts.

B．It only opens in cold months.

C．It offers free corn dogs on Saturdays.

D．It is America’s largest indoor theme park.

2. What can visitors do at iPlay America?

A．Play board games at the arcade.

B．Take pictures with SpongeBob.

C．Play on a carousel with their families.

D．Enjoy free live music shows on weekdays.

3. At Nickelodeon Universe, which of the following is for little kids?

A．Air hockey.

B．Whack-a-mole.

C．Avatar Airbender.

D．Wonder Pet’s Flyboat.

4. Whom is Mt Olympus suitable for?

A．Senior high school students.

B．Those who love video games.

C．Those who want to go on adventures.

D．Children of primary school age and below.

5. What do all the four amusement parks have in common?

A．They all provide free live music.

B．They are all indoor amusement parks.

C．They are all located in Mall of America.

D．They are all favored by the great-for-tots.