The cold wind blew strongly outside. Amaya was warm in her house, thinking about an article she'd read at school. The article was about kids who helped out their communities, and she thought it would be really cool to help her own town, Harvard.

   The only problem was that she wasn't sure how to help. In the article, the kids had grown food for people who needed food, but it was winter. She couldn't start a garden. Amaya was deep in thought when her mom said it was time to go shopping.

   As they drove along the road, Amaya saw a family walking on the sidewalk(人行道), wearing only light jackets. How could they must be! That gave her an idea! She could collect winter coats, hats and gloves for people who needed them.

   She shared her idea with her mom, who thought it was great. But how would they spread the idea to get plenty of winter clothing? Amaya decided to talk to her teacher, because then she could share her idea with her classmates at least.

   Ms. Monroe agreed when Amaya talked about her idea. They decided to call the project Hats in Harvard. Then they wrote a letter explaining the project. Ms. Monroe even said she could help Amaya talk to the headmaster aboutit, so they could get the whole school to join in it. They met with the headmaster during lunch time. He was excited about the idea, and said he would make sure copies(复印件) of the letter went home with all the students.

   They collected enough winter clothing in only one week. Then they left the clothes around two parks, so families who needed clothes could get them there. Three days later, Amaya and her mom went shopping again. She saw the same family that had given her the idea for Hats in Harvard. This time, though, the family looked nice and warm in some new coats, hats and gloves. Amaya felt warm in her heart, and was very glad she could help others.

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On Monday afternoon, I was very tired after work and waited for my bus as usual at the bus station. Just then my attention was caught 1 a little girl.

She was sitting alone, as all the busy travelers rushed around her. She didn't move. Most travelers were in such a big hurry that they didn't 2 her at all. I was one of the travelers but I couldn't leave this little girl alone. I didn't see her parents 3 .

So I walked up to the girl. "Hello," I said. "Are you all right?"

The little girl didn't even look up at me. I slowly sat down next to her and 4 touched her shoulder. The moment she lifted her 5 , I noticed that she was crying. I felt terrible!

I held out my hand. The girl looked at me and seemed afraid, 6 she still took my hand and let me lead her to the bus station information desk. I 7 the situation to the security guard (保安). He then made an announcement (通知)，"Attention, please! A young girl is 8 her parents at the information desk. If you are looking for your 9 , please come right away!"

A couple of 10 later, a woman came toward the desk. As soon as she saw the little girl, she shouted and ran up to her. She 11 her in her arms tightly, saying "I am here, Andrea. Everything is okay. I love you, honey." 

Then she turned to 12 . "Thank you so much, sir," she said. "We got separated (分开) in the crowd earlier. My daughter is 13 , so I didn't make an announcement over the speakers for her. I was looking for her everywhere. I was so worried!"

I understood 14 the little girl did not look at me until I touched her shoulder. That day must have been very 15 for the little girl and her mother! I am a father. I know how important it's to love and help all children.

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Grandparents Day

Grandparents Day is on the first Sunday in September. It is a day to celebrate grandparents. It is celebrated in a few countries around the world. It is always important to respect your elders. 

The night before Grandparents Day, Nancy and May couldn't go to sleep because they wanted to do something for their grandparents. "Now, " said Nancy, "It's time for us to do something for our grand- parents. Let's think about a surprise for them. " The children thought and thought. 

At last May got a good idea. She said, "Oh, I'll tell you. " And she began to talk very fast. "Oh, oh!" said Nancy. "That is just the thing!" The next morning the children got up early. They were very busy making breakfast. After some time, they called their grandparents. "Happy Grandparents Day!" they said. "Breakfast is ready. ""Oh, what a surprise!" their grandparents cried. 

Your grandparents have learned a lot. What have they taught you? Did your grandpa teach you how to fish? Did your grandma show you how to bake cookies? If you think about how much your parents do for you, just remember that your grandparents helped them that much, too! How can you return the favor? Do they need your help now? Maybe they would just like to see you or hear you on the phone!