Fourteen-year-old Nathan ran a phone case stand at the community Summer Carnival. While younger kids crowded around other attractions, he dreamed of owning a 3D printer to design and create unique phone cases himself, turning his small job into an online business.

One afternoon, a 10-year-old girl named Michele stopped by and bought one phone case for her mom. As they talked, Nathan shared his dream of having a 3D printer. "With that printer, I can print anything in any form," Nathan said. "Anything in any form?" Michele's eyes lit up with sudden excitement. "Once you get it, could you please make a leg for my pet duck Tim? Because he was missing one," Michele said hopefully. "That's a cool project," Nathan replied. He thought for a minute. "I' ll make him one, but it won't be ready now. I have to save up some of the money myself to buy the 3D printer." "How lucky Tim is! You are so kind!" Michele said happily, unable to contain her excitement.

Before leaving, Michele exchanged phone numbers with Nathan. They discovered that they lived in the same neighborhood, which meant Nathan could easily get close to the duck and measure the size of its leg in person to ensure that a suitable prosthetic (假体的) leg could be made. He promised to reach out as soon as he could afford a printer.

That evening, Nathan told his family about Michele and his promise. His parents praised his kindness and initiative. They agreed to offer some financial support but also emphasized the importance of his own effort. "Saving your share shows real commitment, Nathan," his father said. Nathan nodded firmly, feeling more determined than ever.

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Nathan worked very hard for the 3D printer:

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However, creating the leg model was not easy.

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(1)游览经历介绍；

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The Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator (MBTI) is a self-report questionnaire designed to identify a person's personality type. The questionnaire (develop) by Isabel Myers and her mother Katherine Briggs based on their work with Carl Jung's theory of personality types in the early 1940s. Taking the MBTI can provide a lot of insight into your personality, which is probably the MBTI is one of the world's most widely used (psychology) instruments today.

The questionnaire (it) is made up of four different scales, namely Extraversion (外向型) (E) — Introversion (I), Sensing (S)— Intuition (直觉型) (N), Thinking (T) — Feeling (F)and Judging (J) — Perceiving (P). Each type is listed by its four-letter code, such as ISTJ, ENFP,or INTJ. Based on the (answer) to the questions in the questionnaire, people are identified having one of 16 personality types. The goal of the MBTI is to help people identify and gain some understanding around how they take in information and make decisions, the patterns of perception and    (judge), as seen in normal, healthy behavior. No one personality type is "best" "better" than another. Its goal is simply to help you learn more about yourself.

While the MBTI (remain) a popular assessment, there is not enough evidence for its scientific validity (有效性) to recommend (use) it as a personality or career guidance tool.

The space was a small piece of sun-kissed land. When I first 2 it, I felt there was literally a 3 job— the soil was hard. I had to stop to catch my breath when I 4 the soil, but as I watched the once-hard ground turn soft, a sense of 5 began to arise. Following the 6 on the seed packets carefully, I spaced the seeds out 7, about seven inches apart, and covered them with a thin layer of soil. Every day, I would check on my garden, looking for 8 of growth.

For the first few days, nothing happened. I began to 9 that I had done something wrong. That changed when I turned to an online planting community, where someone told me "Don't 10 — plants need time." Then, one morning, I saw a tiny green shoot breaking through the soil, making me feel 11. In late summer I had my first 12. The taste of fruits was indescribable — so fresh and full of flavor, a mixture of my hard work and the 13 of patience.

The garden had 14 me so much — I'd known about the cycles of nature, importance of patience, and value of labor. Moreover, the garden had become a place where I could 15 the fast pace of daily life and enjoy life in the simple act of growing plants.

You have spent hours on a project, only to have a coworker or superior criticize it for countless, non-existent flaws (瑕疵). Your friend is ignoring you, and when you ask what the matter is, she replies, "Nothing," and continues doing it anyway. People who are unreasonable or demanding — in work, family, or friendship — get on our nerves daily.

Dealing with difficult people requires thoughtful and consistent approaches. Hypercritical colleagues may find fault with your report. It's natural to get cross when they do so, but try to keep your eye on the ball. Your brother comments repeatedly that you organize family events poorly. Instead of engaging in a tense back-and-forth, ignore it and focus on issues that matter more. A friend complains all the time about your being late. Try not to conflict with him head on.

Besides, empathy and humour can be powerful tools to minimize the friction. You don't have to accept their behaviour, but acknowledging their feelings can lower their defensiveness and make the conversation more constructive. Humour, when gentle and respectful, can lighten the mood and remove tension. However, don't let the joke go too far. Avoid sarcasm (讥讽) which may make things worse.

Be clear about what you will and will not tolerate. If someone crosses the line, it's okay to step back. You don't have to engage in arguments or explain yourself endlessly. Instead, you can end the conversation on a friendly but firm note.

A. The first rule is to brush it off.

B. It's also important to set boundaries.

C. Above all, fight back if you get cross.

D. Instead, let it go so as not to sour the outing.

E. There's a fine line between humor and offense.

F. Your teacher reminds you mildly of the paper deadline.

G. Your mother is breathing down your neck about your schedule.

One way Shakespeare shows ecological awareness is through weather. He lived during a period of unusual cooling, and his characters often complain about strange seasons. In A Midsummer Night's Dream, Titania describes how the seasons have become mixed up — spring, summer and autumn no longer follow their normal patterns. Today, these words remind us of climate change and extreme weather. Shakespeare also witnessed environmental problems caused by population growth. As London expanded, demand for wood increased. Trees were cut down to build houses and theaters, and to fuel new industries like iron-making and glass production. This led to England's first major deforestation crisis. When wood became too expensive, people turned to coal, which was cheaper but caused more pollution. Through Shakespeare's eyes, we see the beginning of the shift to fossil fuels that has led to today's climate crisis.

At the same time, deforestation encouraged early efforts to protect nature. Some ancient trees were given names to save them from being cut down. New farming methods, mentioned in plays like As You Like It, helped improve soil health and food production. Shakespeare also noticed the overfishing of herrings and cod, which warns us about the need to protect ocean life today.

Perhaps the most serious environmental threat in Shakespeare's plays is war. The production of weapons required iron and gunpowder, which led to more deforestation and pollution. Government officials even took animal waste from farmers to make gunpowder, causing conflicts between environmental needs and military demands.

Shakespeare shows us how economic growth, national power and environmental protection often come into conflict. His plays remind us that these problems are not new — and that we still face similar choices today.

At events known as Repair Cafes, people bring broken items to volunteers who help them find the problem and try to fix it. The idea originated in Amsterdam about 15 years ago and has since spread widely. Surveys conducted by the Open Repair Alliance show more than 200,000 repair attempts have been recorded by over 1,100 groups in dozens of countries. The organization also estimates that more than 4,000 repair communities may now be active around the world.

A typical repair event is simple. People arrive with lamps, laptops, toys, clothes, vacuum cleaners, or kitchen tools. Instead of paying for an official service, they sit down with volunteers and work through the problem together. Sometimes the repair succeeds quickly. Sometimes it does not. Even then, the process still matters. Owners learn how products are designed, why they fail, and what makes some items easier to repair than others. For that reason, Repair Cafes show that practical knowledge can be shared and that many products are more repairable than people assume.

At the same time, the experience of community repair has exposed a deeper problem in manufacturing. In modern consumer culture, products often seem opaque to ordinary users, as if they were sealed boxes not meant to be opened. In 16% of all recorded cases, a repair cannot be completed because the product cannot be opened, and in another 12% of cases, the information needed to complete the repair is missing.

In this sense, community repair does more than save objects. It also provides evidence about how products are made and what should change. In an age of fast consumption, these events remind us that value does not disappear the moment something stops working.

Kimani's journey began in a small Kenyan village on the Aberdare Mountains. Witnessing first-hand the severe impact of pests and diseases on their crops — and consequently, their income — she understood early how agricultural losses could mean unmet basic needs like school fees and healthcare. Despite these challenges, Kimani became the first girl from her village to attend university, studying computer science. It was there that she recognized the potential of technology to solve rural farmers' struggles, and that's how FLT was born.

In Kenya alone, 7.5 million smallholder farmers lose up to 50% of their yields (产量) to pests and diseases annually — losses that could feed millions. Traditional solutions like hiring agricultural consultants or using drones (无人机) are too expensive. To solve this critical issue, she developed an AI-powered camera, which is set up on farms at no upfront cost. It scans crops continuously and warns farmers through Short Message Service (SMS) when pests or diseases are detected.

A key focus for Kimani is supporting women farmers, who make up 43% of the agricultural labor force in developing nations, but who often lack access to technology. "Men in rural communities tend to have smartphones, while women rely on basic feature phones," she notes. "Through SMS, we ensure women aren't left behind."

Kimani's innovation has already impacted thousands of farmers, 78% of whom have reported a yield increase of over 36%. Her team aims to reach 200 thousand farms across the country within 5 years. For Kimani, success in 2030 means seeing 200 thousand smallholder farmers living with dignity — affording education, healthcare, and financial stability through improved yields. Kimani is not just building a company; she's reshaping the future of African agriculture.

To make daily life easier for older residents while encouraging community service, the city has introduced CareBox, a volunteer-support program that connects local helpers with 65⁺ seniors with limited mobility, hearing difficulties or visual impairment, providing them with extra assistance in everyday life.

Who Can Participate

The program is open to:

Adults aged 18 and above who wish to volunteer;

Students aged 16-17 if they register with school or parent approval.

How to Join

After completing identity confirmation, volunteers can register through the official CareBox app, a 24-hour hotline, or local service desks. No former experience is needed.

Services Provided

CareBox focuses on practical help that improves seniors' daily lives. Volunteers may visit elderly residents for conversation, reading or companionship. Others assist with errands (差事) such as grocery shopping or medicine pick-ups. In addition, volunteers guide seniors in using smartphones, video calls or health apps, helping them stay connected in a digital world.

Credit System

Each completed volunteer task earns service credits. Details are given below:

These credits, which appear in the app or on CareBox machines, can be saved, donated to community projects or exchanged for transport passes and cultural activities. CareBox machines are located in libraries, community centers and selected supermarkets.

The Curious Boy and His Father's Lesson

When David was in primary school, his favorite thing was to tear (拆) toys. His room looked like a science lab. There were toy pieces in cardboard boxes, and cars that were only half put together everywhere. There were also his simple drawings of machines on the walls, and a small toolbox, which was his most valuable thing, on the study table. His mother was often angry about the mess, saying that David was just making a big mess and not really learning anything. But his father would just smile and say, "He's learning."

One afternoon, his father came home early and found David sitting with his legs crossed on the living-room ground. Around him were parts of a brand-new toy airplane, an expensive birthday gift that had only lasted less than six hours. The plane was in many pieces. David was really focused on looking at a small motor (电动机) , turning it slowly. He didn't notice his father coming.

At first, his father got really mad. His face turned as red as a ripe tomato, and the lines on his forehead stood out. He was about to shout at David really hard for tearing such an expensive gift. But then he saw how concentrated David was. David frowned (皱眉), just like when he was trying to solve difficult math problems. His father took a deep breath to calm down, and then he knelt down gently next to David and calmly asked, "Why did you take it apart? You know it was a very valuable present." David hesitated, with his eyes looking down, and replied, "I wanted to see how it works," waiting nervously for the punishment.

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Surprisingly, his father relaxed with a gentle smile.

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The next day, David took the plane to the park with his father.

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