2 . Discover Our Winter Camps This Season

Spaces Edu
Ages 13-17 Years

Are you looking for an exciting and creative way to develop computer skills? Spaces Edu is the perfect course for students who want to bring their imaginations to life by coding(编码)their own VR projects. In this course, students will learn how to create 3D objects and will also learn how to collect information quickly, as well as how to share their creations online and experience them with VR headsets(头戴式耳机). This is an advanced course so some coding experience is necessary.

Necessary Life Skills
Ages 12-13 Years

This course will offer important real-life skills for students which will prepare them for their university. Students will learn how to create their own detailed résumés(简历)as well as how to prepare for interviews so they are prepared and filled with confidence as they take the next steps in life.

French through Art & Culture
Ages 8-11 Years

Join us this spring as we travel in time through the richness of French music, people and colors. Each day, students will build their understanding of the language through a different way. As students become interested in French art and culture they will develop their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.

First Steps
Ages 7-12 Years

In this introductory course for beginners, students will learn the basics of computer in Python. The course will focus on learning Python programming and then using the knowledge and skills to create computer programs. Using an online learning platform(平台), students will be guided through their learning of Python basics. Students should bring their own computers.

1. Which camp is suitable for students who prepare for college life?

A．French through Art & Culture.	B．Necessary Life Skills.
C．Spaces Edu.	D．First Steps.

2. What can students do in French through Art & Culture?

A．Improve their French.	B．Travel in France.
C．Organize an art show.	D．Create a 3D painting.

3. What do Spaces Edu and First Steps have in common?

A．They are perfect for beginners.	B．They are open to students aged 7.
C．Computers will be used.	D．Free headsets will be provided.

4 . There’s no lack of family fun in New York City, especially when you and your family visit the many amazing museums for kids. Every site offers something exciting. If you’re looking to enjoy a weekend or a day ff school, try the following museums for kids.

Children’s Museum of Manhattan

This nearly 40, 000-square-foot museum makes learning about culture and science an enjoyable experience for kids. It also hosts classes and workshops which are all designed with the latest child-development research in mind.

Brooklyn Children’s Museum

When founded in 1899, the BCM was the country’s first museum designed for children. Today, it’s one of the most comprehensive(综合性的)museums, with a collection of 30, 000 objects, including musical instruments, masks, dolls and fossils. Kids have fun while learning at interactive(互动的)exhibitions like “World Brooklyn”, a mini city lined by stores where children can make bread at the Mexican Bakery, or shop for candy at the International Grocery.

DiMenna Children’s Museum

Exhibitions and programs at this kid-focused New-York Historical Society transport children back through 350 years of U. S. history. Galleries show the lives of kids who grew up to become famous doctors, athletes and political figures, and Little New-Yorkers classes invite kids to join in sing-alongs and make crafts.

Children’s Museum of the Arts

This museum is especially designed for kids so that they can travel around the art world. The 10, 000-square-foot museum has more room to house its 2, 000-piece collection of international children’s art, including a huge center gallery. Artists lead workshops in classrooms, studios and media labs—which are famous for a sound station, a clay bar and the video-making equipment.

1. What can children do in Children’s Museum of Manhattan?

A．Explore culture and science with pleasure.

B．Make bread at the museum by themselves.

C．Carry out researches on child development.

D．Design classes and workshops on their own.

2. Which museum is mainly connected to American history?

A．Children’s Museum of Manhattan.

B．Brooklyn Children’s Museum.

C．DiMenna Children’s Museum.

D．Children’s Museum of the Arts.

3. What is Children’s Museum of the Arts designed to do?

A．To help children explore the art world.

B．To develop children’s artistic expression.

C．To house international artists’ famous works.

D．To help children learn art creations from artists.

5 . Interesting Exhibitions Held in Four Different Museums

Name: The British Museum
Phone: 020-7323-8000
Website: www.britishmuseum.org
Opening hours: daily 10 a.m.—5.30 p.m.
Price: Free

This exhibition aims to show the mysteries of mummification(干尸化). From a king`s daughter to a temple doorkeeper, the displays explore the identities of eight people, using their bodies to discover clues about how they lived. By using new methods, such as CT scanning and 3D visualization, the British Museum has been able to build up a picture of life in the Nile valley over 4000 years, from prehistoric Egypt to Christian Sudan.

Name: The Fashion and Textile Museum
Phone: 020-7407-8664
Website: www.ftmlondon.org
Opening hours: daily 11 a. m. —5.30 p. m.
Price:￡8.80 adults, ￡5.50 students

This Fashion and Textile Museum is housing the first-ever exhibition on classic Mexican shawl(披肩), which became famous in the 20th century. Mexican artists, photographers and fashion and textile designers will be exhibiting their colorful works there.

Name: The Victoria and Albert Museum
Phone: 020-7907-7073
Website: www.vam.ac.uk
Opening hours: Mon., Thur., Sat., Sun., 10 a. m.—5. 30 p. m.; Fri.10 a. m.—10 p. m.
Price: Free

The Victoria and Albert Museum has dug out some of their most charming wedding dresses to record their history during the past two centuries. White wedding dresses were made popular by Queen Victoria in the nineteenth century. See beautiful wedding dresses made by famous designers.

Name: The Science Museum
Phone: 0870-870-4868
Website: www.sciencemuseum.org.uk
Opening hours: daily 10 a. m.—6 p. m.
Price: Free

This four-day festival displays the latest exciting gadgets(小装置)and introduces their inventors. Visitors can explore electronics, build robots, get hands-on with new technologies and have a go at 3D printing. There will be displays taking place throughout the festival, which is suitable for anyone aged ten and over.

1. Which number would you call if you’re interested in exploring history using modern technology?

A．020-7323-8000.	B．020-7407-8664.
C．020-7907-7073.	D．0870-870-4868.

2. Which museum can you visit if you are free at 8 p. m. on Friday?

A．The British Museum.	B．The Fashion and textile Museum.
C．The Victoria and Albert Museum.	D．The Science Museum.

3. What can we learn about the Science Museum?

A．The exhibition will last a week.

B．It displays CT scanning technology.

C．Visitors themselves can try new technologies.

D．More information can be found at www.vam.ac.uk.

6 . Does your child love high-tech, writing or specialty arts? Attending a summer camp with this focus is a perfect way for them to explore and to experience. Look through our selection and find the perfect fit for your child.

ID Tech Summer Camps

We’re trusted and hosted by the world’s top learning organizations. The right instructor changes everything. With personalized learning, your child will progress at their own pace. Your child can level up to Grade 10, standing out to colleges and future work. We can’t wait to welcome your child to our community of 500, 000+ students.

Summer Academic Youth Programs

Summer is the perfect time for pre-college students to explore their career interests. Our programs provide opportunities for students to experience college life while expanding their knowledge and exploring their interests. There are many opportunities including overnight camps.

Independent Lake Camp

It is an overnight summer camp offering impressive activities due to our quality facilities (设备), and talented staff. Started as a non-traditional summer camp, we focus on promoting creativity within each camper and the community and developing individual growth with our personalized scheduling — each camper chooses their own activities.

Virtual Live Creative Writing Camp

Creative writing is taught live online by experienced teachers. Great for ages 7+ and divided into age-based groups, this camp has a limited class size so students can learn fun new skills. Videos will also be made available to all creative writing campers. So, with flexible classes to choose, your child will never miss a beat!

1. Who will be interested in Summer Academic Youth Programs?

A．Graduates looking for jobs.

B．High schoolers expecting college life.

C．College students seeking more credits.

D．College students needing social practice.

2. What do ID Tech Summer Camps and Independent Lake Camp have in common?

A．They make arrangements for work.

B．They include overnight activities.

C．They offer personalized learning.

D．They improve personal creativity.

3. Which camp best suits children with busy summer schedules?

A．ID Tech Summer Camp.

B．Independent Lake Camp.

C．Virtual Live Creative Writing Camp.

D．Summer Academic Youth Programs.

7 . This idea is unkind. Children need to have a good holiday at the end of a busy school year. The long holidays give them time to do things they wouldn’t otherwise(不然) get to do. In my family we go to Ireland and see relatives and friends during the summer vacation. And it might seem long to some people, but time flies when you’re having fun.

—Ruby Mullin

I have good memories of my own long summer holidays, and I love the chance to have days out with my son. I think many parents, especially single parents like me, have made job choices based on being able to have time off for the summer—and now we’ve done that, we don’t want to see things changed.

—Viki Bantock

Having worked at a school that had a four-week summer break instead of the usual six, I’d say longer holidays are better. Teachers are under so much stress now to get good results; most put in lots of hours in the evening and at weekends and feel very tired by the end of term. There is no progress in learning after a six-week holiday, but it only takes a few weeks for students to get back up to speed.

—Marek Kaminski

A shorter summer holiday would be much better. The six-week break seems a thing for another age, when mothers didn’t work and your mum lived round the corner to give you a hand. If I was able to take a six-week holiday, great, I’d love it—but in the real world that isn’t possible. Instead, I end up spending around ￡600 on childcare for each week when I’m working.

—Nachelle Crowther

1. What does Ruby Mullin usually do during summer holidays?

A．She does part-time jobs.

B．She visits relatives and friends.

C．She prepares for the new school year.

D．She goes travelling around her country.

2. What do we know about Marek Kaminski?

A．He usually works overtime.

B．His family is very supportive.

C．His son doesn’t do well in school.

D．He doesn’t teach school any more.

3. Who holds a different idea from the other three people?

A．Ruby Mullin.

B．Viki Bantock.

C．Marek Kaminski.

D．Nachelle Crowther.

9 . Edmonton, the capital of the Canadian province of Alberta, is often called the “ City of Festival ” , as this place is full of events and festivals on a regular basis. Here are some of the best winter events in Edmonton for you.

Snowshoeing

If you want to appreciate stars in your snowshoes, head to the Ek Island National Park. This park is a great option for a full-day or a half-day trip. You can rent snowshoes at most locations. It’s actually quite a fun family activity to enjoy the white snow outside.

Cost: rental starts at $7 / hour

Typical hours: 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm

Northern Lights

Edmonton is located in the northern part of Alberta where sighting Northern Lights during winters is common. Edmonton is an awesome location to watch stars.

Cost: free

Typical hours: after midnight

Ice on Whyte Festival

Ice on Whyte is an ice carving festival. Many international artists arrive in Edmonton carve ice and display their works of art during this festival. This is a must-visit item! Ice carving competitions are held at the festival every year. It is held on the last weekend of January and the first weekend of February.

Cost: $7 +

Typical hours: 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Snowball Fights

The Rundle Park is a beautiful park which overlooks the North Saskatchewan River, so you can imagine how beautiful it is. When you reach there, it’s like a snowy winter wonderland waiting for you to kick in the river valley adventure. Have a snowball fight and have fun there.

Cost: free

Typical hours: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

1. Which event is suitable for a family to enjoy?

A．Snowshoeing.	B．Northern Lights.
C．Ice on Whyte Festival.	D．Snowball Fights.

2. Why is Ice on Whyte Festival a must-see event?

A．Because there are many famous rivers.

B．Because you can see Northern Lights.

C．Because many works of art from international artists will be displayed.

D．Because it only lasts two days.

3. What do Northern Lights and Snowball Fights have in common?

A．Both are held in the north of Canada.	B．Both are free of charge.
C．Both only take place at night.	D．Both can hold a wonderful adventure.