1 . Community Service
Join Community Service camp and volunteers will receive 60 hours of community service credit this summer. Decide which community service programme is right for you and try to have a lasting influence on other people’s lives. Through their work with various non-profit volunteer organizations, our teen community service volunteers will experience the joy of helping others.
River Preserve
River Preserve is a non-competitive summer camp getting children close to nature, which inspires campers to have a greater understanding of themselves, their environment and their fellow men.
Summer Leadership Camp
Each August, young men from across the country come to Military Academy Summer Leadership Camp to train, compete and learn. The summer camp experience is a rewarding opportunity for young people to learn leadership skills.
English Language Camp
In the camp, teens will build their confidence while also acquiring the basic skills of conversation, vocabulary and grammar. Our class sizes are small, allowing every child to receive the required personal attention from our fully qualified and professional teachers who all have a wealth of experience in coaching children from all over the world.
1. Which camp should a child choose if he likes nature?| A．Community Service. | B．Summer Leadership Camp. |
| C．River Preserve. | D．English Language Camp. |
| A．Those who want to be trained to be soldiers. |
| B．Young people who want to develop leadership skills. |
| C．Young people who want to compete with others. |
| D．Those who are not good at expressing themselves. |
| A．competitive | B．brave and strong |
| C．confident | D．loving and caring |
2 . If you walk along the streets, you will find children as young as seven years old walking to school or taking the public bus on their own. If you ride a public bus with a baby or young child, you will find at least three people standing up to give up their seats for you. And as a booming town with a young population, Xiamen has a lot to offer young families with kids.
There are lots of places of interest for you to enjoy. The following are some of them.
※A walking adventure on Gulangyu Islet: There you can have a round-the-island trip by fast boat and the Xiamen Underwater World has a dolphin and sea lion performance and brings you an enjoyment of around 400 types of underwater life from around the world.
Opening hours: 08: 00-18: 00 Click the map!
Price: 70 yuan (adults); 50 yuan (children above 1.4m)
※Wild rides at Guanyinshan Water Park: The park has a wave pool, which creates seven types of wave effects. It also has a hair-raising water ride that speeds down…
Opening hours: 10: 00-20:00 Click the map!
Price: 120 yuan per person; 60 yuan(visitors aged above 60 and below 1.4m)
※Xiamen Firefly Park: Last of all, young nature lovers will enjoy the wonder of watching more than 100, 000 fireflies light the dark night in the firefly park. Children will also learn the roles fireflies play in protecting the ecology by controlling the number of pests.
Opening hours: 19: 30-21: 30 Click the map!
Price: Free for children up to 16 years old
1. If a 1. 3-metre-tall child goes to visit Gulangyu Islet together with his parents, how much should they pay?| A．140 yuan. | B．120 yuan. | C．190 yuan. | D．210 yuan. |
| A．Gulangyu Islet and Xiamen Firefly Park |
| B．Guanyinshan Water Park |
| C．Gulangyu Islet and Guanyinshan Water Park |
| D．Guanyinshan Water Park and Xiamen Firefly Park |
| A．In the newspapers. | B．On the Internet. |
| C．In a magazine. | D．In a guidebook. |
3 . I’m Paul. I’m looking forward to the weekend. It’s going to be fantastic. On Saturday morning, I’m going to have a piano lesson from 8:10 to 10:10. Then at 10:30, I’m going to do my homework and go over my maths. After lunch, I am going to have a rest. Then I’m going to play basketball with my brother from 2:30 to 3:10. At 3:30, I’m going to go out and do some shopping with my mother. I’m going to buy a birthday present for Eric. He is my classmate (同班同学). He is also my good friend. Mother says she is going to buy some new clothes for my brother and me. On Saturday evening, I’m going to Eric’s birthday party at 7:00. After the party, we are going to play computer games. On Sunday morning I’m going to the park with my friends. We’re going to take a walk in the park and collect litter there. In the afternoon I’m going to the Dancing Club. I like dancing very much.
It’s busy but interesting.
1. How long is Paul’s piano lesson?| A．For half an hour. | B．For one hour. |
| C．For one and a half hours. | D．For two hours. |
| A．To play basketball. | B．To collect litter in the park. |
| C．To buy a present for his friend. | D．To play computer games with his friends. |
| A．Paul is going to do his homework on Saturday morning. |
| B．Paul is going to dance on Sunday afternoon. |
| C．Paul likes the weekend. |
| D．Paul is Eric’s brother |
4 . Summer Camps for Teenagers
There are many types of summer camps for teenagers to attend. They’re a great way for teens to make friends and learn valuable lessons about life. If you’re seeking a good summer camp to attend, the first thing you should do is to decide what type of camp would be most suitable to your interests and goals.
Traditional Camps
When you just want the sort of camp in classic films, a traditional overnight camp might be just what you need to grow, learn, and relax this coming summer. These sorts of camps offer more vigorous outdoors activities, yet often allow campers to customize their camping experiences.
Chewonki Camp
As one of the best summer camps in the country by Boston Magazine, this camp aims to help teens learn about natural history and ecology, and the campers get treats like sailing trips and hiking excursions, besides formal instruction in such things as kayaking, swimming, field sports, and photography.
Camp Wicosuta
As a top-rated, traditional four-week sleep away camp especially for young ladies, Camp Wicosuta has more than 30 different activities to help teens learn to cook and wash themselves, which aims to help young girls focus on building their self-confidence.
Academic Camps
Many teens like to advance their education during the summer months while also having fun. There are hundreds of academic camps for them to choose from that specialize in various academic subjects like journalism, languages, law, computers, and sciences.
1. You should decide what camp to attend according to _______.| A．personal interests and goals | B．camping time and place |
| C．items and activities | D．your values and customs |
| A．Traditional Camps. | B．Camp Wicosuta. | C．Chewonki Camp. | D．Academic Camps. |
| A．To let teens learn and get relaxed. | B．To help girls learn practical skills. |
| C．To make teens focus on science. | D．To help girls build self-confidence. |
5 . Summer Music Calendar
June 3: “The Musical” opens at Cabrillo Playhouse, 202 Avenida Cabrillo, continuing to June 26 with shows at 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets $25-30 at cabrilloplayhouse. org or call 949-498-2139.
June 4: San Clemente Rotary hosts its 24th annual Big Band Swing Night, a dinner/dance from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Community Center. Tickets $45 at rotaryswingnight 2016. eventbrite. com or call 949-492-2456.
June 9:The Saddleback Big Band performs 1940s swing music suitable for dancing at Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens 7 p.m. General admission S25. Info: 949-492-0465, casaromantica. org.
July 16: Gary Roach’s Stones Review performs at the San Clemente Ocean Festival’s beach concert, 6 to 8 p.m. on the beach north of the pier (码头). Admission free.
July 21: Bluesman Rod Piazza continues the city’s Summer Beach Concert Series with a free performance, 6 p.m. to sunset, on the sand north of the pier.
July 28: Jonathan Blake Salazar, ward-winning singer/song writer, performs at Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, 7 p.m. General admission $25. Dinners available from 5 to 7 p.m. Info: 949-498-2139, casaromantica. org.
Aug.18: A 6 p.m.free Concert in the Park featuring the steel band Panjive will be followed by a free screening of the Disney movie “Finding Nemo” at 7:30 at Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens. Info: 949-498-2139, casaromantica. org.
Aug. 19: Trouble in the Wind, a rock band with elements of folk, Americana, alternative, country, surf rock, performs at 7 p.m. at San Gorgonio Park. Info: 949-498-3209
1. When can you enjoy “The Musical”?| A．On Mondays. | B．On Tuesdays. |
| C．On Wednesdays. | D．On Fridays. |
| A．San Clemente Rotary’s. | B．Bluesman Rod Piazza’s. |
| C．The steel band Panjive’s. | D．Gary Roach’s Stones Review’s. |
| A．At San Gorgonio Park. |
| B．At Cabrillo Playbouse. |
| C．At the Community Center. |
| D．At Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens. |
6 . Summer vacation is a good time to go camping. Here is some relevant information on camping for you, where you can improve some of your abilities.
Camp W
Camp W is a traditional day camp that offers each child small-group instruction. Groups have a maximum capacity of 15 campers. We are a 9-week day camp located in Melville, NY with programs for campers from preschool to 9th grade. Campers will enjoy themselves in running, jumping, swimming, creative art, cooking and game rooms.
Windridge Tennis & Sports Camps
The experience at the Windridge Tennis & Sports Camps is unique among children’s summer camps. We incorporate highly specialized tennis, soccer and horseback riding and golf programs within the traditional framework of a rural New England camp setting. Windridge also offers many elective programs such as mountain biking, basketball, swimming, volleyball and arts & crafts.
Blue Mountain Adventure Camp
Experience the outdoors like never before at Blue Mountain Adventure Camp! Day and overnight camp options are available for some kids at the right time. Adventure sports, outdoor skills, and natural art activities are designed to meet their curiosity and develop their new skills. Our experienced counselors motivate campers to face challenges that build confidence, enhance leadership abilities, and create long-lasting memories!
School of Creative & Performing Arts
Come and join the next generation of visual and performing artists at the School of Creative & Performing Arts. At our campuses in New York City, Los Angeles, and Vermont, it offers one-to six-week summer intensity in film-making, acting, music, dance, photography and screenwriting. Campers of all experience levels are challenged to advance their skills through hands-on learning with teachers who are leaders in their fields.
1. Which of the following includes ball activities?| A．Camp W. | B．Windridge Tennis & Sports Camps. |
| C．Blue Mountain Adventure Camp. | D．School of Creative & Performing Arts. |
| A．Film-making. | B．Game rooms for kids. |
| C．Outdoor challenges. | D．Mountain biking for adults. |
| A．Writing skills. | B．Artistic skills. |
| C．Cooking abilities. | D．Leadership abilities. |
7 . I’m Jason. Here’s what I did from June to August.
 | In June, I went to Grandia, a beach in Valencia. I met a girl called Lara there. She told funny stories to make me laugh (笑). We had a wonderful time. |
 | In July, I went to Villalonga with my sisters. We put up our tents next to the River Serpis in the middle of the mountains. The views(风景) were very beautiful. |
 | In August, my parents and I went to London. I went there to learn English before. But it was my parents’ first time in London. We visited many interesting places. We had afternoon tea. I also visited my teachers when I was there. |
| A．was great fun | B．met Jason in July | C．lived in Valencia |
| A．He went camping. | B．He went to Grandia | C．He visited his sisters. |
| A．To take a vacation. | B．To learn English. | C．To see his teachers. |
8 . What are your plans for the summer vacation? Here are three summer camps in 2020. You can choose for your summer vacation. If you join the summer camps, you will feel excited and enjoyable.
Smart Camp 2020 Smart Camp is exciting with rock climbing, rowing, swimming and other activities. Camp dates: July 10~23 Age:13~16 years old Cost:$135 Tel:9619-2389 Http://www.Rhfleet.org/events/summer-camp.com |
Social Skill Camp 2020 Teach students to master some social skills in groups, such as listening, making and keeping friends, improving self-confidence(自信)and so on. Camp dates: July 13~20 Cost:$270 Tel:9726-9580 To know more information and details, please visit our website: Http://www.9640 Lover.com. |
Music Camp 2020 Music Camp is funny! Please come and join in the new and fun musical activities! You can take pleasure and learn all kinds of musical knowledge here. Camp dates: July 17~31 Camp hours:9:00 am to 6:00 pm Price:$150 each week Tel:9935-8857 Http://www.Music Camp Lover.com |
| A．Social Skill Camp 2020. | B．Sports Camp 2020. |
| C．Smart Camp 2020. | D．Music Camp 2020. |
| A．get on well with others | B．sing and dance |
| C．climb rocks and swim | D．improve your art abilities |
| A．$135. | B．$270. | C．$150. | D．$300. |
| A．make and keep friends | B．get more information about the camps |
| C．get a discount | D．see the manager |
Welcome to LoongBridge Volunteer Summer Camps! Click HERE to join us! Type/Focus: Arts, Community Service, Study Abroad, Teen Travel Description: For this year, we have 3 kinds of programmes for young students (aged 8–20) all over the world. Volunteer & Culture Camp (3 weeks): 29 June–20 July One-day visit to children Charity (慈善) Villages to give some help, understand their lives, and learn from these children who never give up though they have family misfortunes. Language & Arts Camp (3 weeks): 25 June–15 July Chinese language study through high-quality classroom education, one-to-one partnership with local Chinese students, real-life conversation, etc. Chinese traditional arts learning including Chinese painting, erhu and paper-cutting. Learning-China Camp (2–3 weeks): 4 July–20 July/15 July–5 August Chinese history learning from visiting museums and ancient capitals of China: Beijing, Xi’an and Luoyang. Learning about today’s China to know its rapid development and new challenges through activities, factory tours, city walks, etc. Understanding the lifestyles of Chinese people in different ages from talks, home visits, shopping experience, etc. Phone: (010)45652571 Email: info@loongbridge.com |
| A．a magazine | B．a website | C．a travel guide | D．a textbook |
| A．Chinese arts | B．Chinese geography | C．Chinese history | D．Chinese painting |
| A．children in Children’s Village | B．students in China |
| C．teens in Beijing | D．teens in foreign countries |
10 . Four Outdoor Spring Activities for Kids
While we’re tempted to stay inside where it’s temperature-controlled and comfortable, getting outside is important for a child’s development. I’m sure you’ll find so many fun outdoor spring activities to do with your kids. They provide them with vitamin D from the sun,strengthen their bodies, enhance problem-solving and critical thinking skills, help children appreciate nature, and so much more.
Kid-made Bird Feeder
Our kid-made bird feeder is made from recycled materials and birdseed. Simply have your children fill each bowl in the egg carton (蛋盒) with birdseed and hang it in a tree when you’re finished. This project helps kids work on measuring, pouring, concentration, hand-eye coordination and other skills.
Exploring Life at the Pond
Go to a local pond to explore there for a couple of hours. Study the pond ecosystem, search for creatures in the water and outside it, such as fish, worms, turtles and birds. Use our free printable to check off each creature or plant as you find it. This helps stimulate the curiosity about nature of your loved ones.
DIY Seed Bombs
Learn how to make homemade seed bombs to give as gifts to friends and neighbors. These earth-friendly seed bombs are made with recycled paper and can be planted directly into the soil. Include seeds from your favorite grasses or flowers in the seed bombs.
Gardening with Kids
Gardening is one of the best spring outdoor activities that you can do with your children. It helps kids learn patience, responsibility and self-confidence. Plus, knowing how to grow your own food is a valuable skill!
1. Which activity may best stimulate kids’ environmental awareness?| A．Kid-made Bird Feeder and DIY Seed Bombs. |
| B．Kid-made Bird Feeder and Gardening with Kids. |
| C．Exploring Life at the Pond and DIY Seed Bombs. |
| D．Gardening with Kids and Exploring Life at the Pond. |
| A．Find out what birds like to eat. | B．Learn how to grow food. |
| C．Make earth-friendly seed bombs. | D．Study a variety of wildlife. |
| A．Parents. | B．Children. | C．Teachers. | D．Travelers. |
