Fun Summer Books for Grades 9—12
Yes, even some high-schools appreciate recommendations for vacation books. Encourage your high-school child to read with this list of approachable teen titles. Or surprise your teen with one of these books when you reach the beach and boredom sets in!
►Brown Girl Dreaming, by Jacqueline Woodson
This collection of simple poems reveals what it was like to grow up as a young African American girl in the 1960s and 1970s. Woodson's autobiographical poetry overflows with love for her family. Brown Girl Dreaming won multiple awards, so il may be assigned class reading in coming years.
►Tunnel Vision, by Susan Adrian
Jake has a secret skill. When he holds something that belongs to another person, he can locate them, wherever they are. Once the government learns of Jake's powers, it insists that he use his skill to find criminals. In this spy novel, Jake has to decide just how far he's willing to risk his own safety in order to protect and help others. It is a series of modern graphic novels that have the look of classic cartoons.
►The Shadow Hero, by Gene Lu en Yang
Can your mom force you to become a superhero? That's what Hank Chu finds out. A Chinese American teen in 1940, Hank is reluctant to stand up to the gangs(匪徒)in his neighborhood who threaten his family's grocery store. But as the masked Green Turtle, he may just have the confidence to protect his family and fight back.
►Half My Facebook Friends Are Ferrets, by J. A. Buckle
Things aren't exactly panning out for 17-year-old Josh. He wants to be a heavy metal guitarist. And he and his pals wish they had girlfriends. But regular teenage obstacles like bossy parents and poor self-confidence have been holding him back.
Nicole is growing up every day. As time passes by, along with the new skills mastered has come a talent for getting into trouble. After the first birthday she gets more curious, fearless and mobile, while still clueless about the consequences of her actions. Sometimes when you enter the washing room, you'll find the whole roll of toilet paper unrolled and lying on the ground. Sometimes when you enter the study you find she is emptying the contents of drawers onto the floor. One time when she was trying to pull a drawer out, it fell of on the floor. Immediately, she burst into a big cry.
I understand babies don't know right from wrong, and their actions can't be considered naughty, because they learn about the world by experimenting, observing cause and effete. I'm not going to stop her explorations most of the time, but I'm worried about the safety issue indeed. Before, I could deposit her in a safe spot lo keep both home and her from harm; now, no such paradise exists. And for the first time the question of discipline has come to my mind.
There is no question that children need discipline. According to Magda Cerber, an infant expert, "Lack of discipline is not kindness; it is neglect. "In her eyes, loving our children does not mean keeping them happy all the time and avoiding power struggles. Often it is doing what feels hardest—saying "No" and meaning it.
For me, carrying out effective discipline is one of the toughest tasks of parenting, a seemingly never-ending test of wills between Nicole and me. But the good thing is that, although I continue to meet opposition from Nicole when I stop her potentially dangerous actions, I find gradually she accepts limits. Now she has got the idea that they're things she can't play with and can't do. Can't play with laptops. Can't touch eclectic wires. Not everything into mouth.
"Waiting to introduce discipline into a child's life much later than len months could make the task much more difficult. . . "(What to Expect the First Year, by Heidi Murk-off) I am so grateful to have this book on hand. It makes a first-time mother a qualified caregiver.
According to the American Chemistry Council, in 2018 in the United States, 27million tons of plastic ended up in landfills compared to just 3.1 million tons that were recycled. Worldwide the numbers are similarly bad, with just 9% of plastic being recycled according to a recent OFCD (Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development) report. The statistics are even worse for certain types of pastie. For example, out of 80, 000 lens of polystyrene containers generated in the United States, a negligible amount(less than 5, 000 tons) was recycled.
Now, researchers at the University of Queensland have found that a species of worm with an appetite for polystyrene could be the key to plastic recycling on a mass scale. They discovered that the Zophobas morio also called "super-worm" can eat through polystyrene, thanks to a bacterial enzyme (酶) in its "Stomach". Dr. Chris Rilke and his team from UQ's School of Chemistry and Molecular Bioscience fed super-worms different diets over a three-week period, with some given polystyrene, some outer skin of grain separated from the flour, and others pul on a fasling diet.
"We found the super-worms fed a dict of just polystyrene not only survived, but even had slight weight gains," Dr. Rilke said. "This suggests the worms can get energy from the polypropylene, most likely with the help of their internal micro-organisms. They are like mini recycling plants, tearing up the polystyrene with their mouths and then feeding it to the bacteria in their ‘stomach'. "
Co-author of the research, PhD candidate Jiarui Sun, said they aimed to grow the bacteria in the lab and further test their ability to break down polystyrene. "We can then look into how we can upgrade this process lo a level required for an entire recycling plant," Ms. Sun said.
Anyone who's tried different weight-loss diets is probably familiar with their pitfalls. Low-calorie diets often leave you tired and hungry. Low-fat diets are also tough to follow and, contrary to popular belief, they do not seem to prevent heart disease.
Another diet trend, intermittent fasting, takes a different approach. Rather than limiting what you cat, this diet limits when you cat. It normally involves eating only during a certain time window, usually eight hours, over a single day. For example, you would eat only during the hours of 9 a. m. to 5 p. m. and then fast during the other 16 hours. For some people, that change may be easier to manage, says Dr. Eric Rim, professor of epidemiology and nutrition at the Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health.
Short-termism studies suggest that people stick to intermittent fasting diets as well as or better than they do to other diets. And according to a 2019 review article in the journal Nutrients, intermittent fasting promotes weight loss and may reduce risk factors linked to heart disease, including diabetes, high blood pressure, and unhealthy blood lipid levels.
"However, we are currently unsure about how well this diet works over the long term, "says Dr. Rim, noting that there are just two long-term studies of intermittent fasting, each lasting a year. Nor are there large populations of people who've followed this eating pattern for years. That's in contrast to two other diets linked to a healthy heart and healthy body size—the Mediterranean diet and a vegetarian diet.
Some experts add that intermittent fasting diets typically don't specify what foods you should eat. "As a nutritional epidemiologist, that makes me a little uncomfortable," Dr. David Mushen admits. Eating burgers and French fries five days a week and a single breakfast sandwich on your low-calorie day wouldn't be-healthy, he says. But with any diet, it's often a good idea to ease into the changes. You could start by trying a 5:2 diet or time-resisted eating. Once you start losing weight, you can gradually introduce more healthy foods, he suggests.
Peer pressure occurs when a peer group has direct or indirect pressure to do certain actions. The term "peer" often refers to people one knows in real life and that have a similar social status to oneself. However, the larger culture can also bring about peer pressure. .
Many people consider peer pressure a negative thing. . People, especially teens and young adults, may be more likely to do prosocial behaviors when they see people their own age doing the same things. Evidence shows that teens with friends who volunteer are more likely to volunteer themselves.
Research suggests peer pressure sometimes begins in elementary school. . Some may be isolated by members of the larger group. Children may begin to worry about balancing a sense of loyalty to their friends with fairness to others.
Research has long shown that peer pressure can increase the risk of someone trying drugs, alcohol, or cigarettes. . While some may experiment with alcohol or drugs once or twice and decide it's not for them, others who begin using a substance may find it difficult to quit.
. Some children find it becomes more difficult to go against the group over time. But it's important to realize that not only do younger children face peer pressure
they are also able to stand up to it.
A. However, this isn't always the case.
B. Coping with peer pressure can be tough.
C. Unconsciously, we are all influenced by people around us.
D. Certain people are more affected by peer pressure than others.
E. At this age, group values and routine begin to form among children.
F. It's impossible to resist peer pressure when a child is struggling to fit in.
G. For example, television can convey to the public an acceptable way to behave.
When I started teaching my first child to drive, I was nervous. I'm not a good 1 , as I am easily bored and quickly get angry. Worse, I'm not a(n) 2 driver. I even failed my first two attempts to get a license.
Happily, my first child was a fast and diligent learner with a(n) 3 for traffic signs. Still, there were enough 4misses, and by the time it was his younger sister's5, I was mentally and emotionally6.
My younger daughter is bright and talented, but on the roads, she sort of freestyles. 7after hours of professional driving lessons, her every move behind the wheel is unpredictable. We will be driving along beautifully for 30 minutes, and once I begin to8, my daughter will sail through a red light.
"Oops!"she'll say. "Sorry, Mom! I 9that one, " and we nearly die. It's both tiring and terrifying.
As much as I 10her to have her license, I find myself wondering if it's a good 11. Even if she passes her test, there's no 12that she won't forget the next red light as soon as she's out there on her own.
We take it for granted that everyone should 13, but perhaps there are some people who just shouldn't be behind a wheel. 14 my daughter is one of them? Well, I don't know. At least not yet. But in these dark times, one thought 15to mind. If it's the end of the world, maybe we can stop driving lessons for a while?
When newly admitted college students receive (they) letter of admission this summer, they may get more than just an ordinary letter.
Gao Fanqiao a high school graduate from Shenyang, was looking forward to her admission letter from Nankai University. It arrived two lotus seeds. The special meaning is the plants, which describe noble qualities in Chinese art, are used to symbolize the school's desire that students keep their original dream and march (ambitious) toward a bright future.
Many domestic universities (join) the urend of sending fancy surprises and fabulous admission packages in recent years to give students amazing first impression.
Sun Yat-sen University in Guangdong sent out gift boxes containing an admission letter and Pu'er tea (produce) in Fengqing county in southwestern Yunnan province. It is hoped that the freshmen will always keep in mind that they (suppose) to make contributions to places they are needed most in the future.
Other innovations from schools include paper cuts to show the charm of Chinese culture, and messages to stimulate students' (enthusiastic).
A young person who was academically excellent applied for a manager's post in an international company. He passed the written exam with ease, and in the group interview that followed, he impressed the interviewers with willy remarks, passion for work, and creative plans for the company's future. After that, this young man had to face the final interview by the company's director.
The young man walked into the manager's office, feeling he could conquer the whole world with just one hand. The director shook hands with the young man and noticed the excitement and pride in his eyes. He looked into the young man's resume(简历)and saw that the young person did exceptionally well throughout his study life. With a satisfied smile, the director started questioning him.
"Did you ever obtain any scholarship in your school or college?"
"No," replied the young man. "Then who paid for your education?"
"My father passed away when I was three. It was my mother who paid for my tuition fees. She's a farmer and works all day in the fields, "said the young man.
The director nodded and asked the young man to show his hands. Though confused, the young man held out his hands hesitantly, which were smooth and soft. Then the director asked if the young man had ever helped his mother with farm work. The young man said:" No, she always wanted me to focus on my academic work. Besides, she knows her work well and could do everything much faster than I could."
Learning the reply, the director told the young man that when he returned to his home that day, he should clean his mother's hands, and after that, he could come back and see him and report what he learned. Feeling there was a chance for him to get the job, the young man was delighted. When he returned home with a spring in his feel, he cheerfully requested his mother to let him clean her hands. Listening to this strange request, his mother felt astonished but happy. With mixed emotions, she showed her hands to him.
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Now this young man started lo clean his mother's hands gently.
……
The following day he went to the director's office again.
