1 . International Literacy (读写能力) Day, also called World Literacy Day, was set in 1966 by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The purpose was to help improve the world’s ability to read and give people better opportunities in life.
·Collect Books to Donate
Kids in some poor communities might have difficulty getting chances to read the books they need to improve their skills and become better readers.
·Tutor (辅导) a Student How to Read and Write
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In addition to helping someone read locally, it’s also possible to get connected with a literacy organization through the World Literacy Foundation. This organization mainly focuses on helping children from low-income backgrounds.
| A．Connect with a Literacy Organization |
| B．Some children struggle to read and write |
| C．Collect books for them from used bookstores |
| D．And it also helps the children to become lifelong readers |
| E．Here are tips about how to celebrate International Literacy Day |
2 . Here are introductions to some new books. You’ll enjoy finding out more with them.
We Are Artists
by Kari Herben
Be inspired by the life and works of 15 fantastic women artists from around the world. As well as lots of information about each artist’s works, this book explores the impact they had on the art world.
The Story of Paintings
by Mick Manning and Bria Granstrom
Two award-winning writers have created this fun and easy-to-read introduction to art history. It takes you on a tour of their personally selected art gallery (画廊).
Portrait of an Artist
by Lucy Brownbridge and Edith Caron
Find out more about one of the world’s best-known painters, Vincent Van Gogh, and his works, like Sunflowers. This illustrated biography (传记) is part of a series that includes books about Claude Monet and Georgia O’Keeffe.
A History of Pictures for Children
by Darid Hockney and Martin Gayford
Made up of conversations between artist David Hockney and author Martin Gayford, this illustrated book will take you on a fascinating journey through the story of art — from the earliest cave (洞穴) paintings to images made on phones.
1. What are the four books mainly about?| A．Health. | B．Art. | C．Custom. | D．Science. |
| A．We Are Artists. |
| B．The Story af Paintings. |
| C．Portrait of an Artist. |
| D．A History at Pictures for Children. |
| A．Award. | B．Introduction. | C．Tour. | D．Gallery. |
| A．Kari Herbent. |
| B．Mick Manning and Brita Granstrom. |
| C．Lucy Brownbridge and Edith Carron. |
| D．David Heckaey and Martin Gayford. |
| A．Conversations between two children. |
| B．An exciting journey of the artist. |
| C．A story about the author. |
| D．Ancient and modern works of art. |
3 . Here are some eBooks for you to learn better English. Choose what you like.
Book 1
This eBook will make conversations in English so much easier. There are over 30 audio (音频的) files with typical (典型的) conversations, and exercises with answers at the back so you can practise what you have learnt.
Book 2
Learn over 1,000 English words and expressions so you can speak English fluently when you travel outside your country! Learn the language for over 30 typical situations and make travelling abroad easy with this eBook!
Book 3
Learn over 500 words and expressions to improve your business English! This eBook comes with audio files an videos so you can learn the language you need to do business in English!
Book 4
Learn over 250 phrasal verbs with audio files, example sentences and pictures. Native English speakers use phrasal verbs all the time, so you need to learn them too. Start improving this important area of English now with our fantastic eBook!
1. What are the books mainly about?| A．Travel safety. | B．Business news. |
| C．Video selling. | D．English learning. |
| A．Book 1. | B．Book 2. | C．Book 3. | D．Book 4. |
| A．Conversations in 30 audio files. |
| B．1,000 words and sentences. |
| C．Over 500 words and expressions. |
| D．Over 250 phrasal verbs and sentences. |
| A．Phrasal verbs. | B．Audio files. |
| C．Example sentences. | D．Native speakers. |
| A．A travel guide. | B．A news report. |
| C．A book advertisement. | D．A history story. |
4 . If you want to find a book for your sons or daughters, here are some books that you can choose from.
Charlie Thorne and the Last Equation
by Stuart Gibbs
The CIA is on a task to find an equation (方程式), which could destroy the world if the bad people get it. For help, they turn to Charlie, a 12-year-old girl who is as smart as Albert Einstein. Children who like exciting mysteries will enjoy reading this book.
AstroNuts
by Jon Scieszka and Steven Weinberg
In AstroNuts, the Earth has been destroyed by humans for thousands of years. Four animals set out from Mount Rushmoret the main office of NASA. Their task is to find a new planet fit for human life. Finally, they discover one: Plant Planet. The story s topic is simple: Don’t harm the planet. Readers who love science fiction (科幻小说) enjoy AstroNuts.
Stargazing
by Jen Wang
Christine hears that Moon, who is new in town, is the kind of kid who beats people up for fun. But Moon and her mum come to live with Christine’s family, and the two kids become best friends. Moon even shares a big secret with Christine. Stargazing is based on Jen Wang’s experiences as a child. The story is about the power of friendship.
Roll with It
by Jamie Sumner
Roll with It is a story about a 12-year-old girl named Ellie. She has difficulty walking on her own and uses a wheelchair. When Ellie and her mum move to another state to take care of Ellie’s grandpa, she must learn to deal with a new school and new friendships. This book is a must-read for everyone. It's a heartwarming story that really shows the value of family.
1. Whose book tells exciting mysteries?| A．Stuart Gibbs. | B．Jon Scieszka. | C．Jen Wang. | D．Jamie Sumner. |
| A．Stargazing. | B．AstroNuts. |
| C．Roll with It. | D．Charlie Thome and the Last Equation. |
| A．It mainly discusses animals’ stories. |
| B．It includes much scientific knowledge. |
| C．It is mainly about how to make friends. |
| D．It is connected with the author’s own experiences. |
| A．She has to solve problems faced in a new place. |
| B．She has trouble communicating with others. |
| C．She is carefully looked after by her grandpa. |
| D．She doesn’t want to go to another slate. |
| A．Salesgirls. | B．Teachers. | C．Parents. | D．Waiters. |
