Money Matters

    Parents should help their children understand money.{#blank#}1{#/blank#}So you may start talking about money when your child shows an interest in buying things, candy or toys, for example.

    ⒈ The basic function of money

    Begin explaining the basic function of money by showing how people trade money for goods or services. It is important to show your child how money is traded for the things he wants to have. If he wants to have a toy, give him the money and let him hand the money to the cashier(收银员).{#blank#}2{#/blank#} When your child grows a bit older and understands the basic function of money, you can start explaining more ways of using money.

    ⒉ Money lessons

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    Begin at the grocery store. Pick out two similar brands of a product –a name-brand butter and a generic(无商标产品), for example. You can show your child how to make choices between different brands of a product so that you can save money.{#blank#}5{#/blank#}  If he chooses the cheaper brand, allow him to make another purchase with the money saved. Later, you may explain how more expensive choice leaves less money for other purchases.

A. Wise decision

B. The value of money

C. Permit the child to choose between them.

D. Tell your child why he can –or cannot –have certain things.

E. The best time to teach a child anything about money is when he shows an interest.

F. Talk about how the money bought the thing after you leave the toy store.

G. Ask yourself what things that cost money are most important to you.

    Every one complains. Even if you argue that you are the happiest person in the world, you still complain sometimes. Sometimes you complain without even realizing it, but rarely is it ever helpful.{#blank#}1{#/blank#} Here are some tips to stop complaining and give up the negative thoughts:

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    When you find yourself thinking or saying a negative comment about something or someone, stop and force yourself to say something positive instead. Seek the help of a cheerful friend to change you when you complain and help you to see the positive in the situation

    Make a list of things you are grateful for.

    You often complain about the things you don't have without noticing those things you already have. Be grateful for what you have in your life because you are lucky simply for being yourselves.{#blank#}3{#/blank#}

    Learn to adapt to the changes.

    There are many things you can't change.{#blank#}4{#/blank#}Always find the positive side of each situation, regardless of however difficult the situation is. With parents' and friends' support, you can survive any life changes.

    Allow yourself to vent（发泄）your feelings every once in a while.

    Constantly ignoring negative thoughts could add up. If you are really going through a rough time, don't be afraid to share your feelings with a close friend or family member or see a therapist.

    Find what makes you happy.

    {#blank#}5{#/blank#}Maybe it is time to make the hard decision to move on to another job or career. Uncover what your biggest complaints are about and see if you can change the situation to make you happy.

    Choose happiness, focus on the positive, and be kind always!

A. Change the way you think

B． Make positive people friends

C．The best and only thing you can do is to accept them

D．Are you constantly complaining about your present job?

E． Sometimes this list can be easy, full of hobbies you enjoy

F. So how can you manage to force yourselves to end complaining?

G．Set down things you are thankful for and you'll see that you don't have any reason to complain.

Taking Care of Your Eyes

    Many of us don't pay much attention to the importance of eye care. It is said that if you take care of your eyes, then you can surely be healthy.{#blank#}1{#/blank#}Natural eye care should be put in a number one place.

    There are several causes leading to poor eyesight like not enough food, genes(基因) and aging(老化).{#blank#}2{#/blank#}If you happen to work in front of the computer, it is best to take a break every once in a while.

    Something dirty can cause redness and they will make you feel uncomfortable. It is bad for your eyes, too. If this happens, the best way is to clean your eyes by using cold water.{#blank#}3{#/blank#} For example, sunglasses are not just for fashion but they can also serve as a great way to protect your eyesight from UV rays.

    {#blank#}4{#/blank#}Remember that vitamins A, C and E are good for eyes. Try to eat food groups that have these vitamins. And you should do eye exercises because exercise protects your eyesight, too. If a person exercises regularly (定期地) and eats the right kind of food, his eyes will stay in good condition for a long time.

{#blank#}5{#/blank#} In a word, eye care is very important, no matter how old a person is.

A. Such behavior will do harm to our eyes.

B. What can we do to protect our eyesight?

C. That's why our eyes should be given lots of care.

D. Eating healthy food will do good to your eyesight.

E. You must also try your best to protect your eyes from harmful things.

F. All above are natural ways of eye care that can help us keep healthy eyes.

G. Televisions, computers and reading are also the causes of having poor eyesight.

    Want to know how to be a confident friend-finder? We can help, with four easy steps.

    Step 1. Change your mental state.

    It's easy to get so freaked out（不安的）about being in a new situation that you start throwing off don't-come-near-me signals. And guess what? It worked. {#blank#}1{#/blank#}Instead, change your attitude with some positive thinking. Tell yourself: “It'll be great to get to know someone new”, or “I can't wait to hear what these girls have to say.”

    Step 2. Remember, the eyes have it.

    The first place we look at when we're uncomfortable is the floor. No one can tell if we're embarrassed. We can't tell if anyone is looking at us. Whoa! {#blank#}2{#/blank#}Holding your head up and making eye contact is a bold（大胆的）move． It's confident and friendly.

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    Does starting a communication bring on an attack of shyness? Try adding a good question to your friend-finding tools. Strong opening questions usually begin with “what” or “how” words that get people talking. Typically, our first instinct (本能) is to ask a “can” or a “do” question, like “Can I borrow a pencil?” or “ Do you know where the bathroom is? {#blank#}4{#/blank#}Asking “what” or “how” questions gets you more information to respond to. Try something like “Hi. I really like that flower. How did you draw it?” or “Hi. I'm new. What's the least scary lunch option in the cafeteria?”

    Step 4. Practice, practice, practice.

    Making new friends is a skill. {#blank#}5{#/blank#}But the more you practice, the more relaxed and natural. You'll feel, and the easier it will get. So flash that smile, offer some welcoming words, and soon you'll be hanging out with your newest friends!

A. People don't come near you.

B. All you need is one question.

C. Listen closely to their answers.

D. Not a good way to meet people.

E. The thought of meeting people makes you excited.

F. But that only gets you short answers. Like “Yeah” or “Down the hall”.

G. Like art, music, or sports, it takes practice to feel truly confident of it.

    Pay more, and you get unexpected results.

    •Give what you can.

    You clean out your closets, right? Perfect. You don't need a half a million dollar check written out to your charity of choice to help someone. Maybe you have a few shirts you don't wear anymore or a few children's books you can bear to part with. The thing about giving a little is that when everyone gives a little, suddenly it turns into a lot. {#blank#}1{#/blank#}.

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    In a world where smart phones rule and it's not just possible, but normal, to have entire conversations without ever looking someone in the eye, it can be exciting and wonderful to lock eyes with someone grinning. Happiness is contagious, and it only takes a couple facial muscles to spread it.

    •Use please and thank you.

    Not to sound like your grandmother (go ahead and sit still!), but the smallest ways to show your thanks are these little words. They take zero effort to say, but the impact is huge. Aren't you thankful someone held the door for you when your hands were full? {#blank#}3{#/blank#}!

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    This is the best kind of multitasking! Whenever you get a little, give a little. There's a couple ways to finish: You can do it yourself (donating an older shirt when you pay for a new shirt, etc), or support companies that are passionate, good-hearted (really fun) do-gooders. Doesn't it get much better than that, does it?

    •Get in touch. Then listen.

    Maybe a grandparent is eating at the bit to hear about your adventures, or maybe an old friend had a really bad day, maybe your mom wishes you，d ring her up more often. {#blank#}5{#/blank#}. You're member that your iPhone can make calls, right? Get in touch with those people that are dying to hear from you (because someone indeed is). Then, ask: How are you doing? What's new? These questions have such few syllables, but their depth is endless.

A. Tell them

B. Get on the line

C. Give when you get

D. Be a part of that lot

E. Support someone else

F. Smile with eye contact

G. Start building your wings

    So how can you hear a lot of English when you're not in an English-speaking country or family? Fortunately, there are many ways of hearing English.

    Listen to English Radio

    You can receive English-language radio in most countries. Two international networks are the BBC and VOA. {#blank#}1{#/blank#}.

    Watch English Television

    {#blank#}2{#/blank#}. The pictures help you understand what is being said, If you don't have access to English-language TV, you may be able to watch TV on the Internet.

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    It is now a lot easier to hear English on the Internet. If you're reading this at your computer or mobile device you can probably listen to some English-language radio news right now, without even moving! And of course, you can find endless videos in English on You Tube and similar websites.

    Listen to Songs in English

    Songs in English are everywhere, even on foreign-language radio and TV stations. Listen to them often. But choose one that is not too difficult. {#blank#}4{#/blank#}. Some pop songs are very unclear and are difficult even for native English speakers to understand fully!

    Get English--speaking Friends

    Try to make friends with English-speaking people so that you can practice your English through conversation. {#blank#}5{#/blank#}. And if you don't have a lot of time to go out and meet people, at least you can chat a little by telephone.

A. Don't worry

B. Listen to English on the Internet

C. This will improve your speaking as well as your listening

D. Many large cities have cinemas that show films in English

E. Both of them have special programs for learners of English

F. TV is an excellent resource for hearing and listening to English

G. That means it should be slow, and with real words sung clearly