Welcome to the 2022 Kids News Short Story Competition, supported by HarperCollins. The competition is open to all Australian students from Kindergarten to Year 9.
The competition has four age groups: Kindergarten to Year 2; Years 3-4; Years 5-6 and Years 7-9. A group of judges, led by award-winning author Jackie French, will choose the winning entries, with the first prize in each age group being 10 copies of their short story published in a printed book with a personally designed cover, plus an iPad and a HarperCollins book pack. There are also prizes for one runner-up (亚军) and three highly commended (被赞扬的) entries in each age group.
Teachers can submit their students’ entries using the online entry form. A consent form (知情同意书), signed by the student’s parent or guardian, must be attached to the entry form and can be found online.
Entries can be submitted from August 16 until September 17, 2022.
To enter:
1. Write a short story on any topic of your choice:
(a) For entrants in school years 5-9: Your short story must be between 500 and 1,000 words.
(b) For entrants in school years K-4: Your short story must be between 250 and 750 words.
2. Parent or guardian to complete the consent form;
3. Classroom teacher to submit your short story and Permission to Publish and Consent Form via the online form on www.kidsnews.com.au;
4. Only one entry per person.
If you do not provide us with the information we have requested from you, we may not be able to provide you with the goods and services you require.
【小题1】What can we learn about this competition?| A．It involves eight prizes. | B．It is run by a famous author. |
| C．It consists of four age groups. | D．It aims to discover kid reporters. |
| A．250. | B．500. | C．750. | D．1,000. |
| A．You can send in two entries. |
| B．You should sign your entries personally. |
| C．You should provide your parents’ personal information. |
| D．You should have your entry submitted by your teacher. |
Fun day To celebrate the Year of the Pig Organized by Lam Tin Youth Centre and Kwun Tong High school Date：2 January 2019 Time：10 am – 5 pm Place：Kwun Tong Playground Fee: $ 20 (buy three get one free) Programme：drama, lion dance, magic show and ballet performance Highlights: 1) enter the lucky draw to win a digital camera 2) learn to make festival food Join us on the Fun day! Free Soft Drinks. All are welcome! Note: ★Ticket are available at the General Office of Lam Tin Youth Centre. ★For those who would like to be a volunteer, please contact Miss Olivia Wong one week before the activity. |
【小题1】What is going to take place on 2 January, 2019?
| A．A big event to welcome a Chinese new year. |
| B．A social gathering to raise money for wildlife. |
| C．A party for close friends to meet and have fun. |
| D．A meeting of Kwun Tong High School students. |
| A．$20 | B．$40 | C．$60 | D．$80 |
| A．Tickets are sold in Kwun Tong High School. |
| B．It’s unnecessary to take soft drinks with you. |
| C．Free digital cameras are provided for everybody. |
| D．Students can have festival food as much as they can. |
Best Baby Car Seats to Buy in 2022
Joie Spin 360º 0+1 Child Car Seat: Halfords (£200)
Features:
·Suitable from birth to 4 years (18kg) ·ECE R44/04 certified (safety standard)
·360º movement for forward and rearward travel ·ISOFIX installation
·Multi-height headrest and 5-point harness ·Deluxe cushioning
·Grow With Me (GWM) infant body and head support
Graco Slimfit All-in-One Combination Car Seat: eBay (£100.00), Amazon (£169.99), Very (£184.99)
Features:
·Suitable from birth to 18kg ·5-point harness
·High back booster (15-36kg) ·True shield safety side impact
·Enhanced head protection ·3-in-1 car seat with removable cup holder
Joie Juva Classic 0+ Baby Car Seat: Very (£49.99), Argos (£50.00), Amazon (£66.00)
Features:
·Suitable for children from birth to 12 months (9kg) ·Not ISOFIX compatible
·Rear facing ·Side impact protection
·5-point harness ·One pull harness adjustment
·Adjustable head support
Sitvon All-in-One Baby Car Seat: Amazon (£219)
Features:
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【小题1】Which baby car seat provides deluxe cushioning?| A．Joie Spin. | B．Joie Juva. | C．Graco Slimfit. | D．Sitvon. |
| A．ISOFIX compatible & one pull harness adjustment |
| B．rear facing & removable cup holder |
| C．suitable for kids under one & adjustable head support |
| D．side impact protection & 360º rotation |
| A．Amazon | B．Argos | C．Very | D．eBay |
The Lake District Attractions Guide
&Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens
History, Culture & Landscape.Discover and enjoy 4 centuries of history, 5 acres of celebrated and award-winning gardens with parkland walk.Owned by the Hasell family since 1679, home to the International Marmalade Festival.Gifts and antiques, plant sales, museums & Mediaeval Hall Tearoom.
Open: 29 Mar—29 Oct,Sun to Thurs.
Tearoom,Gardens & Gift Shop:10.30—17.00(16.00 in Oct).
House:11.15—16.00(15.00 in Oct).
Town: Pooley Bridge & Penrith
&Abbot Hall Art Gallery & Museum
Those viewing the quality of Abbot Hall’s temporary exhibitions may be forgiven for thinking they are in a city gallery.The impressive collection of works includes Turners and Romneys and the temporary exhibition programme has Canaletto and the artists from St Ives.
Open:Mon to Sat and Summer Sundays.10.30—17.00 Summer.10.30—16.00 Winter.
Town:Kendal
&Tullie House Museum & Art Gallery
Discover, explore and enjoy award-winning Tullie House, where historic collections, contemporary art and family fun are brought together in one impressive museum and art gallery.There are four fantastic galleries to visit from fine art to interactive fun, so there’s something for everyone!
Open: High Season 1 Apr—31 Oct: Mon to Sat 10.00—17.00, Sun 11.00—17.00.
Low Season 1 Nov—31 Mar: Mon to Sat 10.00—16.30, Sun 12.00—16.30.
Town: Carlisle
&Dove Cottage & The Wordsworth Museum
Discover William Wordsworth’s inspirational home.Take a tour of his Lakeland cottage, walk through his hillside garden and explore the riches of the collection in the Museum.Visit the shop and relax in the café. Exhibitions, events and family activities throughout the year.
Open:Daily, 09.30—17.30 (last admission 17.00).
Town: Grasmere
【小题1】When is the House at Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens open on Sundays in October?| A．09.30—17.30. | B．11.15—15.00. |
| C．11.15—16.00. | D．12.00—16.30. |
| A．Enjoy Romney’s works. |
| B．Have some interactive fun. |
| C．Attend a famous festival. |
| D．Learn the history of a family. |
| A．September | B．February | C．April | D．June |
| A．Penrith. | B．Kendal. | C．Carlisle. | D．Grasmere. |
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