On a hot summer day, there are few things that are more wonderful than a nice cool pool.

    {#blank#}1{#/blank#}And it is completely relaxing. Of course, if you have children, there are certain measures you should take to keep them safe, whether you have a pool in your backyard or you are going to a public pool.

    People should never swim by themselves. Actually it only takes a second for people to become injured and drown(溺水). {#blank#}2{#/blank#}This is especially true for young children.

    Splashing(玩水) is fun, but don't take it too far. {#blank#}3{#/blank#}Kids love to go after one another through the water and to splash and jump around. But it is important to teach children not to jump on top of one another and to watch their surroundings in the water, so that they do not accidentally knock into others.

    If you have a pool, you must have a locking gate around your pool. {#blank#}4{#/blank#}Keep the gate knocked at all times, even when you are in the pool.

    Know the way out. {#blank#}5{#/blank#} Make sure that they know where all ladders are and how to enter and get out of the pool properly. Although your children may be able to lift themselves out of the pool using the side, that is not the safest way to go.

A.Kids should be taken good care of when they are swimming in the pool.

B.This is to prevent children from entering your pool without your knowledge.

C.And having someone there with you can make the difference between life and death.

D. Be sure to show all children the proper way to get out of the pool.

E.Even so, attempt to avoid getting any pool water into your mouth.

F. Jumping into the water seems like the perfect way to deal with the heat.

G. .Playing around in the pool can be a lot of fun.

    Basic first aid is a very valuable skill to have when going on a camping trip.{#blank#}1{#/blank#}

    Cuts. With small cuts, you want to be careful to keep the area of the wound clean to avoid possible infection.{#blank#}2{#/blank#} If the cut has not stopped bleeding, raise the wounded area above the heart and place pressure on the area to stop the bleeding.{#blank#}3{#/blank#} The bandage should be held in place with tape, but should not be too tight.

    Blisters. Blisters can turn a fun walk in the woods into a terrible experience.{#blank#}4{#/blank#}Change your bandage and socks and keep the blistered area clean. Make sure that you pack different size bandages and first aid cream.

    Sprains. If you've got a heavy pack on your shoulders, it can be very easy to twist your ankles. Walking sticks can be a traveler's friend.{#blank#}5{#/blank#}A good ACE bandage should be packed in case of a sprained ankle. This can help fix the sprained area until you can get medical attention.

    After seeing the above dangers and treatments, it's also helpful to pack a small basic first aid kit for your trip. Make sure that you include items that are unique to you and fit your environment (bleeding, bruise, snake bite, etc.).

A. Cover the wound with a dry, clean bandage.

B. Wear comfortable shoes and socks during the trips.

C. They can help you keep balance on rough areas.

D. Treat the cut with first aid cream to prevent infection.

E. Below is a brief list of less-severe injuries that you can prepare for.

F. Blisters are an open wound and can get infected if not cared for.

G. Some climates can be very hot during the day and very cool at night.

How to Work Faster and Smarter

    As the old saying goes “work smarter, not harder”. What does that really mean? When there are deadlines approaching, how do you stay focused and get everything done efficiently? {#blank#}1{#/blank#}, but it is unclear where to start and when to take a break. These ways will help you to work faster and smarter.

    Don't multi - task.

    There is a wrong opinion that doing many things at once is productive. Instead, it leaves you half-focused and constantly switching attention. {#blank#}2{#/blank#}. Set a timer, and focus on that one task until it is completed. Then, take a break and move on.

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    What someone else thinks is urgent can create a sense of people's panic. If you know it is not important, do what is the most important first instead. You know best how to set your priorities and get your work done. So listen to yourself.

    Celebrate the little victories

    Projects take many steps until completion. {#blank#}4{#/blank#}. Rather than beating yourself up for what you haven't done yet, taking time to pat yourself on the back can give you the confidence to see it through to the end. Stop saying “I'm so busy” It is complaining, and complaining only makes you and everyone around you feel worse. {#blank#}5{#/blank#} This will encourage you to keep going.

A. Take breaks

B. Sometimes we know what to do

C. Urgent doesn't necessarily mean important

D. You are on your way if you are taking action

E. You may have a sense that nothing gets complete this way

F. Instead of it, say “I have already come so much closer to my goal”

G. Break down your project into these steps, and then have a happy dance each time you complete a step.

    You can't choose friends for your child, but you can help him learn to choose friends wisely. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} Here are a few ways to help your child make friends.

    Build your child's self-confidence.

    When he succeeds or has made a great choice, tell him you are proud of him.{#blank#}2{#/blank#}Your middle school student is going through many changes and may feel like he isn't “good enough”. Building his self-confidence will help him feel more confident and will make it easier for him to form healthy friendships.

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    Give him your full attention when he talks, and really listen to what he has to say.

    Discuss the qualities in a friend with your child.

    Discuss with your child the qualities that matter most, such as being reliable and kind, and making good choices when it comes to avoiding alcohol and cigarettes.

    Get to know your child's friends.

    {#blank#}4{#/blank#} It's more important to talk with them and find out what they like to do. Allow your child to invite his friends over and get to know them better.

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    After-school clubs and sports programs are good places for meeting new people. Be open to exploring different activities with your child to find something that he enjoys.

A. When he does not succeed, help him feel better and keep trying.

B. You can teach him ways to find friends who will have a positive influence on him.

C. There are many types of friends and we should be careful when making our choices.

D. Introduce your child to new groups of people.

E. Friends are very important for us.

F. Talk with your child every day and listen to his concerns.

G. Try not to judge your child's friends according to how they dress.

    All over the world people are hooked on sports, which help them to strengthen their body and build their character.{#blank#}1{#/blank#}They improve the participants' physical skills, and provide entertainment for the audience as well.

    Many people like to watch others play games.{#blank#}2{#/blank#}Often they get very excited when “their” player or team wins. If they are crazy about the game or the player, then they'll become their die-hard fans. Some sports are so interesting that people everywhere go in for them. Football, for example, has spread around the world. Swimming is popular in countries near the sea or in those with many rivers.{#blank#}3{#/blank#}And think of people in cold countries. Masses of people love to skate or ski in Japan, Norway or Canada.

    {#blank#}4{#/blank#}Chinese boxing, also has a very long history. But basketball and volleyball are rather new, which started in the late of the nineteenth century. People are inventing new sports or games all the time. Water skiing, as a modern game, is one of the newest in the family of sports.

    People from different countries or races may not be able to understand each other, but after a game, they get to know each other better and they often become good friends.{#blank#}5{#/blank#}They learn to fight hard but fight fair, to win without pride and to lose with grace. They also learn to be competitive and optimistic, which will equip them for life challenges in the future.

A. They buy tickets or turn on the TV to watch the games.

B. What fun it is to jump into a pool or lake, whether in China, Egypt or Italy!

C. Some sports or games date back thousands of years, like running or jumping.

D. Sports help to train a person's character.

E. Chinese people liked doing sports even in ancient times.

F. Sports are competitive physical activities or games through casual or organized participation.

G. And the friendship may last for a life time.

    After entering high school, you must wonder how to study well. Here are some good skills for you.

    Go to class. If you want to do well at school, going to class is the first step in studying well. If you miss classes, you will miss what the teacher thinks is important. As a result, you'll miss what is the most likely to end up on the test. {#blank#}1{#/blank#}

    Take good notes. Try not to write down everything. {#blank#}2{#/blank#} Write down unfamiliar terms. After class, review your notes as soon as possible. You can fill in details that you missed and review the material while it is still fresh on your mind.

    {#blank#}3{#/blank#} If you are struggling in class, talk to your teacher. He or she may be able to give you more help before or after class. Most teachers have little sympathy(同情)for students who just become worried about failing during the last few weeks of the grading period.

    Take part in class discussions. {#blank#}4{#/blank#} Asking questions and having eye contact with your teachers and classmates can increase your participation(参与)and your focus during the class discussion. If the material is difficult, you'd better read it before class. This helps you make your point clear in class.

    Form study group. Get students together who want to do well in class. Make sure that everyone is familiar with the material because you do not want to spend time re-teaching material to people who do not understand it. {#blank#}5{#/blank#} Sometimes group sessions(上课时间)can become chatting sessions.

A. But be careful!

B. Don't be late for your class.

C. Talk to your teacher if you need help.

D. You should write down all the new terms.

E. So if you want to study well, go to every class.

F. All you need is to put down the main points in your own words.

G. In order to learn more in class, it is helpful to take part in class discussions.