Clubs for high school
Chess Club with Mr Longino: Fridays 3 pm-4 pm
Come to join the chess club! In addition to hands-on teachings, we will meet monthly on some platforms on the Internet to explore chess skills through competitive games as well. Whether you are a beginner just learning the basics or an experienced one who wants to improve your skills, players of all levels are welcome!
Asian Culture Club with Mr Huang: Mondays 8:30 am-9:30 am
From Peking opera to K-pop music, from dumplings to sushi (寿司), Asian Culture Club provides a bridge between different cultures and allows students to feel connected. More than ever, it is important to have space in a school community where we can share and celebrate diversity.
Yoga Club with Ms Vilchez-Blatt: Mondays 3:30 pm-4:20 pm
This club is great to support students physically and mentally. Stretch, strengthen and move your body with a challenging combination of yoga and fitness! You’ll also learn ways for managing stress and easing anxiety, for overall focus, for self-care and self-love. Each class will end in deep relaxation, feeling rested and refreshed. Pets are welcome!
Creative Writing Club with Ms Candlin: Fridays 11:55 am-12:35 pm
Want to do some free writing and share with other excellent writers? Come to this workshop. Together we’ll write side by side, voluntarily share what we come up with, and offer warm feedback on our work. Students who are interested in formal writing such as college essays or contest submissions are also welcome.
As some clubs are seasonal, whoever wants to learn more about a particular club or join, please click here.
【小题1】In which club can students attend an online meeting?| A．Yoga Club. | B．Asian Culture Club. |
| C．Chess Club. | D．Creative Writing Club. |
| A．Play chess with a skilled player. | B．Taste various food from China. |
| C．Do workout together with a pet. | D．Exchange writing tips with others. |
| A．On the Internet. | B．In a sports magazine. |
| C．In a newspaper. | D．On an advertising poster. |
Online Events at Natural History Museum in December
Dinosaur Activities for Families
Catch up on our Nature Live Program and find out everything about dinosaurs with Museum scientist Paul Barrett. You can learn to bake tasty biscuits with footprint-shaped holes. You can also follow our simple instructions to draw a cartoon T-Rex and read on to find out how artists bring dinosaurs to life with their pictures.
Dates: All day and every day.
The Science of Whale Earwax
What can a whale’s earwax tell us about its life, health and the quality of the oceans over many decades? Join Museum researcher Richard Sabin to discover some of the fascinating ways we study whales, and how vital museum collections are in helping us to understand and conserve these amazing animals.
Date: December 28 (12:00-12:45)
Darwin’s Fossils
Join Museum scientist Lorna Steel to discover how Darwin’s study of fossils shaped his scientific thinking. You can ask questions while the talk is happening. Head to the video on YouTube and type your question into the chat box during the broadcast.
Date: December 24 (10:30-11:15)
Love Naturally
Attracting a mate can be a tricky business for any species. How can birds do it? Have a night with Lates Online. Take a drink, turn on your computer, and join researcher Juan Camilo on the Friday of every week. You can explore the wilder side of dating. And you can rewatch past Lates Online events on the Museums YouTube channel.
Time: From 19: 30.
【小题1】What can you learn to do in the Dinosaur Activities for Families?| A．Make a dinosaur cartoon. | B．Preserve dinosaur footprints. |
| C．Bake dinosaur footprint cookies. | D．Make a sculpture of dinosaur. |
| A．Asking orally face to face. | B．Entering your questions in the chat box. |
| C．Mailing your questions to the museum. | D．Broadcasting your questions in the chat room. |
| A．Paul Barrell. | B．Lorna Steel. | C．Juan Camilo. | D．Richard Sabin. |
ABCmouse
ABCmouse is one of the most well-known learn to read apps for children. With its expert-made curriculum, the program offers endless hours of content for children aged 2 to 8. The interactive app offers thousands of activities to help develop this essential skill, with lessons that expose students to math, arts, and science at age-appropriate levels too. The cost after free trial is around $15 per month. Families who purchase a full year’s subscription can get about 70% off the price.
Homer
Homer provides a personalized learning path for children aged 2 to 8. Children will learn reading, math, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills in a fun and engaging way. Instead of a one-size-fits-most approach, Homer customizes learning plans and allows students to take the lead in deciding what they want to work on. The price point is in line with similar apps at about $5 per month after a free trial, or roughly $60 for a full year or $100 for lifetime access.
Hooked on Phonics
Hooked on Phonics is an exceptional tool for homeschoolers, with a wide range of lessons, games, and fun activities. It is one of the most popular brands for teaching kids to read, and its integrated system makes it an ideal option for homeschooling students. Children are introduced to each new concept through a series of fun activities, videos, and even songs. The system is a little bit pricier than other apps, at about $16 per month after a trial month for roughly $1.
FarFaria
FarFaria invites children to join in on a magic al adventure that includes island hopping and the choice between reading the story or having it narrated completely with fun, magical animation. While the free membership offers one story a day, paid subscribers unlock access to unlimited adventures at roughly $8 per month. Readers can either read the books themselves or take advantage of the “read to me” option to have stories read aloud by professional narrators.
【小题1】For an annual subscription to ABCmouse, how much does a family need to pay?| A．$54. | B．$105. | C．$126. | D．$180. |
| A．ABCmouse. | B．Homer. |
| C．Hooked on Phonics. | D．FarFaria. |
| A．Finance. | B．Science. | C．Culture. | D．Education. |
KidsWorldFun Short Story Contest
Calling all young writers from around the world! It’s time to release your creativity and share your incredible stories with us. KidsWorldFun presents the ultimate Short Story Contest, open to young people of all ages.
Amazing Prizes Await
First Prize: $100, certificate and publication; Second Prize: $75, certificate and publication; Third Prize: $50, certificate and publication.
Highly commented stories will also be published for the world to enjoy.
Contest Categories and Word Limits
To ensure fairness, we have set three categories for writers to choose from and minimum and maximum word limits for each category.
Categories | Ages | Word Limits | |
| Minimum | Maximum | ||
| Sub-junior | 7-9 | 300 words | 1000 words |
| Junior | 10-12 | 500 words | 1000 words |
| Senior | 13-16 | 700 words | 1000 words |
Submission Guidelines
●Include proof of age with your entry (scan or take a photo of your identity card). Entries without proof of age will be disqualified.
●Your story must be original and unpublished.
●Type your story out.
Our judges will evaluate each story based on content, language and writing style. Their decision will be final. For more information, please contact us at enquiry@kidsworldfun.com. We’re here to assist you every step of the way.
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to showcase your talent and win amazing prizes! Enter the KidsWorldFun Short Story Contest today!
【小题1】What may a second prize winner get?| A．A reward of $10. | B．A certificate and publication. |
| C．Prize money and honors. | D．$75, certificate and publication. |
| A．A handwritten draft. | B．A science fiction of 1500 words. |
| C．An award-winning essay. | D．A printout of a 900-word original story. |
| A．To promote a reading website. | B．To appeal for participation. |
| C．To explain an application process. | D．To teach kids writing principles. |
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