1 . BEST FORENSIC SCIENCE SUMMER CAMPS 2024
If your child is fascinated by true crime investigations and all things forensics, then consider enrolling them in a forensics summer camp. Check out these top-rated forensic summer camps for your future scientist.
Embry-Riddle Forensic Science Summer Camp
This summer camp by Embry-Riddle lasts a week and is open to 14 to 18 year olds. There are many activities, including a simulated crime scene investigation. Topics like DNA analysis, psychological profiling, computer and phone hacking, ethics, and evidence collection are covered. Your tuition includes housing, meals, and materials used throughout the program. The Forensic Science Camp takes place at the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, Arizona.
National Online Forensis
Looking for an online forensics program? National Online Forensis serves elementary to college students. They have summer programs mainly geared towards kids with some previous experience. Kids can receive one on one coaching, listen to lectures, and participate in labs from Monday to Thursday in preparation for a tournament on Friday. On Friday, they will join an online tournament with judges and awards for the top performances. National Forensis holds events throughout the year for different age groups and levels. They make it possible for kids to compete nationally without the expense of traveling. There is a limit for each session to 15 students that are overseen by 2 lab instructors.
Stockton University CSI Summer Camp
This five-day CSI camp gives teens a chance to solve a murder mystery from start to finish. They search for evidence at the scene of the “crime”, interview witnesses, and prepare and try a case. Students will work alongside university professors and police and take field trips to an autopsy room, county jail, and more. They stay on the Stockton University campus, which is located in Stockton, New Jersey. All costs are covered by the registration fee and students from all over the country are welcome to attend. Pick-up is available from the airport. They get insights into everything it takes to solve a case and see if this is the right career path for them.
1. Who are the intended readers of the passage?| A．Children. | B．Future scientists. | C．Parents. | D．Investigators. |
| A．Campers will get to participate in hands-on activities. |
| B．They are open to students from elementary to college. |
| C．They are free of charge except the housing and meal fees. |
| D．Campers are required to have previous forensics experience. |
| A．Business. | B．Technology. | C．Health. | D．Education. |
2 . Peachtree City is known for its various events and festivals held throughout the year. Some of the most popular and exciting include:
The Italian Heritage FestivalOctober 15.2024
The Italian Heritage Festival features many things Italian, including foods, wines, and cultural fun! View Ancient Rome in virtual reality, listen to Italian music, and more. The festival is hosted by Borgo Italia—an Italian restaurant owned by Cristiana and Alessandro Folchitto.
Fall Festival and Movie NightOctober 28.2024
Celebrate the fall season with us at the Peachtree City Fall Festival and Movie Night. Games, food costume contest and more! Get your chairs and blankets, bring some snacks and watch a movie under the stars.
Magnolia Arts FestivalOctober 21-22, 2024
The Magnolia Arts Festival is a fine arts market and student art exhibit that is known for great food, a kids’ corner, and live performances all weekend! Tickets are free and attendees should plan to play!
The Hispanic Heritage FestivalSeptember 30, 2024
The Hispanic Heritage Festival celebrates Hispanic cuisine (菜肴), music and dance in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. This yearly free event provides an opportunity to try some of the most delicious local cuisine and proudly stands for the 8,000 Hispanic people living in Fayette County.
1. When can visitors explore sites virtually?| A．September 30. | B．October 15. |
| C．October 21. | D．October 28. |
| A．The Hispanic Heritage Festival. |
| B．Fall Festival and Movie Night. |
| C．The Italian Heritage Festival. |
| D．Magnolia Arts Festival. |
| A．It lasts for two days. |
| B．It introduces delicious food. |
| C．It requires visitors to pay for tickets. |
| D．It is expected to receive 8,000 visitors. |
3 . Upcoming Events in California
PAW PatrolThe heroic PAW Patrol dogs need your help in Adventure Bay! Based on the hit preschool series PAW Patrol, this interactive exhibit gives visitors an opportunity to run rescue missions and work together to overcome challenges. The hands-on exhibit is a fun way for the whole family to learn bravery and heroism with exciting stories.
Dates: January 28～May 14Location: Discovery Cube Los Angeles
Cost: $10
Maya: the Exhibition
The exhibition features over 250 authentic artifacts (真品) highlighting the ancient Maya civilization. Through priceless artifacts and hands-on exhibits, visitors can discover how the ancient Maya built and sustained complex cities in the heart of the rainforest.
Dates: January 15～March 2Location: California Science Center
Cost: $7
Centennial Farm Discovery Days
Centennial Farm Discovery Days is an unguided tour program and open to all grade levels and ages. During a discovery day, “farmers” are stationed around the farm available to answer questions and provide information. There are also opportunities for children to pet a chick, plant a seed and see a milking demonstration.
Dates: June 1～November 8Location: Centennial Farm
Cost: $50
It’s Magic!
It’s Magic! features an all-new cast of award-winning performers from around the globe, ready to leave audiences speechless with excellent stage tricks, comedy and variety acts. “It’s the best magic show in town!” cheers the Los Angeles Times.
Date: May 21Location: Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
Cost: $75
1. Which event helps people understand courage?
| A．PAW Patrol. | B．It’s Magic! |
| C．Maya: the Exhibition. | D．Centennial Farm Discovery Days. |
| A．Centennial Farm. | B．California Science Center. |
| C．Discovery Cube Los Angeles. | D．Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts. |
| A．Watch a great magic show. | B．See a milking demonstration. |
| C．Learn some farming methods. | D．Carry out fun rescue missions. |
4 . Family-Friendly Events in January
ZooLights: Glow Wild Jan. 1-19
The Phoenix Zoo’s yearly holiday light show is on until Jan. 19, allowing families one or more opportunities to enjoy the city’s zoo, with millions of lights giving an added dimension to the festivities.
Glow Wild, 455 N. Galvin Pkwy. , Phoenix, phoenixzoo.org, $11. 95 members, $13. 95 general admission.
Downtown Mesa Festival of the Arts Jan. 4-18
The Downtown Mesa Festival of the Arts features the work of established and emerging artists, including those who create woodwork, metal crafts, food items, art, photography and gifts.
On Macdonald, off of Main Street in Downtown Mesa, dtmesafest.com, free admission.
Family Fun Winterfest Jan. 4
OdySea Aquarium in the Desert is hosting the third annual Family Fun Winterfest in its Desert Courtyard, featuring real snow for the kids to play in. This free event features everything from bounce houses to rides, games, snowflake crafts and face painting to go with various stands set up by local sellers, with food and other offerings for sale at the event.
9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, odyseainthedesert.com, free.Youth Fine Arts Course Jan. 18-Mar. 7
Mesa Arts Center is hosting an eight-week youth arts course on Saturdays to teach artistic skills and knowledge through fun and challenging art classes in a wide variety of art materials, including painting, drawing, mixed media and sculpture, ensuring mentally stimulating sessions for all.
Mesa Art Center, 1 E. Main St, Mesa, mesaartscenter.com, $93.1. How can you get a discounted ticket to the ZooLights show?
| A．Bring a friend. |
| B．Get a membership. |
| C．Join a tour group. |
| D．Book a ticket online. |
| A．Have free food. |
| B．Take art classes. |
| C．Enjoy real snow. |
| D．Meet local artists. |
5 . 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. |
6 . ● Health, Wellness and the Politics of Food
9:00-9:45 a.m. Blue Tent
Panelists (成员) : Jami Bernard, David Kamp, Marion Nestle and Peter Singer.
Hosted by Denise Gray, science writer for The New York Times.
How does what we eat not only affect our bodies, but also the world? The food and nutrition experts debate the role that the diet plays in both personal and global health, and present a look at food politics.
● Sports writing: For the Love of the Game
9:50-10:35 a.m. Blue Tent
Panelists: Christine Brennan, Ira Rosen, Joe Wallace and Joe Drape.
Hosted by William C. Rhoden, sports writer for The New York Times.
Whether catching that key moment of victory or defeat, or covering breaking news, sports writers are anything but audience. Listen as some professionals discuss the special experience in reporting of sports news.
● The Art of the Review
11:15-12:00 a.m. Green Tent
Panelists: John Freeman, Barry Gewen, David Or, Celia McGee and Jennifer Schuessler.
Hosted by Sam Tanenhaus, editor for The New York Times Book Review.
How much of an effect does the book review have on book sales? Join this group of critics as they discuss the reality of the book review and bestseller lists, and bow they choose books for review.
● New York Writers, New York Stories
3:00-3:45 p.m. Green Tent
Panelists: Cindy Adams, Richard Cohen, Ric Klass and Lauren Redniss.
Hosted by Clyde Haberman, columnist for the City Section of The New York Times.
Join this inspiring group of New York-centric writers as they talk about why New York is ad gold nine of ideas for their work.
1. If you are free in the afternoon, you can attend ________.| A．The Art of the Review | B．New York Writers, New York Stories |
| C．Health, Wellness and the Politics of Food | D．Sports Writing: For the Love of the Game |
| A．go to Blue Tent at 11:15 a.m. | B．enjoy Jami Bernard’s talk |
| C．listen to Christine Brennan | D．attend the Art of the Review |
| A．The Art of the Review | B．Health, Wellness and the Politics of Food |
| C．New York Writers, New York Stories | D．Sports Writing: For the Love of the Game |
| A．are about writing | B．will last 45 minutes each |
| C．can be attended freely | D．will attract many readers |
| A．sports writers are a type of audience | B．the New York Times is popular |
| C．Denise Gray will discuss politics | D．book reviews may affect book sales |
7 . Family-Friendly Activities
Canyoning (峡谷漂流) New Zealand
Location: Queenstown
When: Sunday, October 1,2023-Tuesday, April 30,2024
Price: $499 (2 adults & 2 kids)
What: Get your family out and about in beautiful nature with Canyoning New Zealand! This half-day product delivers so much adventure and excitement all rolled into one guided canyoning adventure.
Queenstown Ice Arena
Location: Queenstown Gardens
When: Friday, September 1,2023-Sunday, March 31,2024
Price: $65(2 adults & 2 kids, or 1 adult & 3 kids)
What: Cool down this summer with an afternoon at the Queenstown Ice Arena. Book a family ice skating pass for only S65. This deal includes skates and helmets (头盔).
Family Ziplining Deal
Location:45 Camp Street, Queenstown
When: Sunday, October 1,2023-Wednesday, January 31,2024
Price: Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 kids)-$499(RRP $536) or Family of 5 (2 adults & 3 kids)-$599 (RRPS645)
What: Join a grand and fun adventure through the forest canopy (树荫) high above Queenstown, featuring impressive views across the remarkable mountain range and Lake Whakatipu.
Super School Holidays
Location: Sky Tower, Auckland
When: October 1-16,2023
Price: $365 (2 adults & 1 kid)
What: To celebrate the release of the cinema, DC League of Super Pets, Sky Tower is calling on all superheroes for a super school holiday adventure. It takes you on a super adventure around the Sky Tower.
1. What do the listed activities have in common?| A．They are held in Queenstown. | B．They need to book in advance. |
| C．They are designed for families. | D．They offer adventures in forests. |
| A．Take a can yon tour. | B．Experience ice skating. |
| C．Watch a famous movie. | D．Enjoy an amazing landscape. |
| A．Canyoning New Zealand | B．Queenstown Ice Arena |
| C．Family Ziplining Deal | D．Super School Holidays |
8 . There are many exciting projects at Science Buddies for students. If you are interested in plants, farming, water recycling and food science, you may enjoy the hands-on projects below.
Project A: Sweet o Potato Plants
Time required: Long (1+months) Cost: Low (under $20)
Do you enjoy eating sweet potatoes? They can be served as yummy snacks like mashed sweet potatoes with butter or golden-brown sweet potato fries. Do you want to grow your sweet potato plants and make tasty snacks at your will? In this science project, you will learn what part of the sweet potatoes is needed to grow the plants and how to make your own snacks.
Project B: Rooftop Gardens
Time required: Short (2—5 days) Cost: Medium ($20—$50)
Would you like some sky vegetables for dinner? How about some fresh-cut roof flowers to put in vases in your house? Around the world, rooftops are being turned into beautiful green space which takes in CO₂ while releasing fresh air. Besides, rooftop gardens also keep your house cooler and lower your energy bill. Try this science project to find out.
Project C: Recycling Greywater
Cost: Medium ($20—$50)
Time required: Long (1+months)
One way to conserve water is to find safe ways to use it more than once. Here is a project to test whether greywater (water that has been used for washing or bathing) can be used for watering plants. The goal of this project is to find out the effects of greywater on plant growth and health.
It is important to note that used toilet water (blackwater) is absolutely not suitable for re-use. It must pass through a water treatment system before being released back into the environment.
1. Students will get ________ if they take part in Sweet Potato Plants.| A．fresh air | B．delicious snacks |
| C．drinkable water | D．healthy vegetables |
| A．Cost. | B．Time. | C．Goal. | D．Method. |
| A．Sports. | B．Agriculture. | C．Medicine. | D．Fashion. |
| A．The color of the water is gray |
| B．The water that has been used for drinking |
| C．The water that has been used for washing or bathing |
| D．The polluted water |
9 . Never climbed before? It doesn’t matter! Boulders Indoor Climbing Centre is a fantastic outing for the whole family that’s guaranteed to pack your day with fun and adventure! No experience is necessary.
Under the guidance of qualified instructors, you will step outside of your comfort zone in a safe and controlled environment. All equipment is provided — just bring your spirit of adventure and your willingness to challenge yourself! Boulders specializes in introducing people of all abilities into this vertical (垂直的) world in a fun, safe and inclusive way!
With climbing walls that reach between 4 to 12 metres in height, Boulders, whose task is to teach you all the skills required to climb safely, is designed to train the bravest explorer. You will learn how to move around the climbing wall in a safe manner, and how to differentiate (区分) between grades and varieties of techniques.
There’s even a cafe on site with free Wi-Fi, so send the children to climb and check in with the office while you’re enjoying a skinny latte! Boulders offers a wide range of climbing activities, including:
Climbing classes for children, families, students and adults
Birthday parties for all ages
Children’s holiday activities
Soft play for children 7 years old and under
Climbing-Introduction courses
Opening hours:
Mon. — Fri. 10:00 — 22:00
Sat. — Sun. 10:00 — 18:00
Price: Adults £15 Child £10
Family pass: £38 Up to 4 persons.
The price includes entry to the wall after the session, registration fee and shoe hire.
Rental shoes & chalk included.
1. Who are the potential customers of the climbing center?| A．Qualified instructors. | B．Children interested in climbing indoors. |
| C．Experienced climbers. | D．People addicted to climbing outdoors. |
| A．To instruct the lovers to gain skills of climbing safely. |
| B．To help instructors to enjoy the spirit of adventure. |
| C．To guarantee the climbers out of their comfort zones. |
| D．To equip learners with abilities to design climbing walls. |
| A．£40. | B．£25. | C．£35. | D．£38. |
10 . Summer camps everywhere are filling up fast, but opportunities remain open for camps where fun and games come around food- growing it, that is. Your kids will learn how to tend to vegetables and livestock (家畜) and almost certainly taste the fruits of their labor. Here’s a small sampling of what’s out there.
Muscot, New YorkThis farm, offers a half-day Wangler Camp for kids (a livestock-centred experience) and a two-week long Young Farmers camp for kids in grades one through eight. Camps range from $150 for weeklong half-day sessions to $350 for full-day sessions
Sproutai’ Up, ColoradoAn agriculture farm with a focus on education, Sprout’ Up offers skill-building programs for teens throughout the year, but their summer camp for kids is all about fun. In addition to farm activities the kids spend time at a local climbing gym. Three weekly half-day sessions are available for half-day sessions are available for $200 each.
Humboldt, CaliforniaLocated north of San Francisco, this sleepaway camp spreads out over several hundredacres in the coastal hills of Sonoma County. The lodging (住处) is tent-style, with outdoorshowers. A range of farm activities are available throughout the summer.
Alegre, GeorgiaYour kids will clean and brush a horse, and learn to milk a goat at this camp. Three-daysessions (mornings only) cost $125, and parents can attend with their children for an extrafee.
1. Which camp best suits kids who enjoy climbing?| A．Museum. | B．Sprout’ Up. | C．Humbold. | D．Alge. |
| A．Interact with animals. | B．Have sessions in the afternoon. |
| C．Sleep in tents at night. | D．Enjoy the scenery of coastal hills. |
| A．They provide full-day camps. | B．They offer farm-themed camps. |
| C．They are located in the same state. | D．They focus on health education. |
