When Isabella was getting well and could leave her room, she wore her prized possession—a “superhero cape(短斗篷)”Amy had sewn to encourage her—and walked into the hallway. The pink cape was an instant hit with the other young patients, who were doing exercise around the nursing station. Then, all the kids were taking turns wearing the cape, giggling, ”Amy says. “These were some of the same children I had heard crying the night before, and here they were playing and having fun—kids just being kids! ”
From that moment on, Amy began making Comfort Capes for little ones battling with serious illnesses. “I felt God presenting an opportunity, ”she says. “I hoped Comfort Capes can help these kids feel brave, to lift some of the fear away. ”
Since then, Amy has made and donated more than 5, 000 capes in the United States. Amy usually pays for materials herself, although she accepts donations.
The capes she makes for kids in treatment are different from those her own children have. Before Amy starts to sew she learns what image or character the little boy or girl connects with. “ I choose the pattern, color and theme specially for each child,” explains Amy.
When she is not sewing, Amy is raising awareness of childhood cancers and looking into ways to get Comfort Capes to more kids who need them, “ If a cape can help a child, even only for a moment, forget his illness, its worth the time spent sewing, she says.
【小题1】What made Amy feel sad when she was staying with her daughter in the hospital?
| A．Her daughters serious illness. |
| B．The cries of children in pain. |
| C．The tiredness from sewing the cape. |
| D．The illness of children in her daughters room. |
| A．To make them feel warm. |
| B．To find friends for her daughter. |
| C．To make them happy and fearless. |
| D．To raise the awareness of childrens illness. |
| A．indifferent | B．neutral |
| C．negative | D．supportive |
| A．Turning Sick Kids into Superheroes |
| B．How to Treat the Sick Children |
| C．A Strong Mom Who Helps Others |
| D．Amy: a Considerate Woman |
Hiking（远足）is a great way to get active and reduce stress while you are exploring the city. Visit our page to find some of the best free walking tours across New York City.
Community Days at Conference House Park
Wednesday, September 19, 2018 12:00 p.m.—2:00 p.m.
Enjoy new gardens at the Visitor Center. Explore and help repair the three self-designed gardens vegetable, native plant, and sculpture. Experience kids crafts, adult art programs, Tai Chi and more in this lovely setting.
Position: Conference House Park, 298 Satterlee Street, Staten Island
Event Organizer: Conference House Park
Phone Number:（718）227-1463
Contact Email: john.kilcullen@ parks.nyc.qov
Greenbelt on the Go
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 10:00 a. m.—11:30 a. m.
Join us for relaxing walks through our parks. Enjoy the pretty views of them, as we point out a few of the distinct features that make each park special. The length of each hike will be determined by the pace of the group. Registration is required. To register, please email naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org before August 14.
Position: Greenbelt, Nature Center in Blood Root Valley, 700 Rockland Avenue at Brielle Avenue Staten Island
Event Organizer: Staten Island Greenbelt Conservancy. Greenbelt Environmental Education Department
Phone Number:（718）351-3450
Contact Email: naturecenter@ sigreenbelt.org
Adult Afternoon Hikes
Wednesday, October 10, 2018 1:30p. m.—3:00 p. m.
Get familiar with the Greenbelt and local parks by hiking with other adults! You' re encouraged to bring small meals and drinks for the break time.
Position: Greenbelt Nature Center in Blood Root Valley, 700 Rockland Avenue at Brielle Avenue Staten Island
Event Organizer: Staten Island Greenbelt Conservancy, Greenbelt Environmental Education Department
Phone Number:（718）351-3450
Contact Email: naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org
The South Pole at Wards Point
Thursday, November 15, 2018 7:00 a. m.—7:00 p. m
The three miles of nearby natural shoreline are a sandy beach. Shells, rocks, and stones of every shape and size can be found here. Not to be missed are the park's other attractions: acres of woodland, four galleries, and five historic houses
Position: Conference House Park Visitor Center in Conference House Park, 298 Satterless Street, Staten Island
Event Organizer: Conference House Park
Contact Email: john.kilcullen@ parks.nyc.qov
【小题1】Which walking tour may attract people interested in Chinese culture| A．Community Days at Conference House Park |
| B．Greenbelt on the Go |
| C．Adult Afternoon Hikes |
| D．The South Pole at Wards Point. |
| A．The length of the hike is settled |
| B．People will visit three distinct parks. |
| C．It takes place in Conference House Park. |
| D．Visitors need to register in advance. |
| A．（718）227-1463. | B．naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org |
| C．（718）351-3450. | D．john. kilcullen@parks.nyc.qov |
If you are interested to find a part time job or learn something different during your spare time, you can have a look at the following jobs offered by the DC Public Library.
Teens of Distinction Program
The DC Public Library offers part time jobs for teens through the Teens of Distinction Program. Teens work 10-12 hours per week all year long, helping the library with important tasks and projects. The Teens of Distinction Program is now hiring! To apply, you have to：
● be a DC resident
● have and maintain at least a 2.5 grade point average
● be 16 to 18 years old
● be able to work 10-12 hours per week
● be able to work for DCPL for at least 9 months
Oh, and of course you have to impress us with your wonderful personality!
Teen Volunteer Opportunities
If you want to earn community service hours for school, Youth202 is a good choice.
Youth202 is a radio program created by youth and for youth. You can learn radio production skills, interview people around you, and help keep other teens to learn news, events, and anything else you think is important.
Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP)
Every summer, teens can work here to help library customers organize books and learn lots of new skills, such as program planning, writing and media production.
On Friday, January 25 at 12:15 pm, the application for the 2014 SYEP will be open to teens between the ages of 14 and 21.
Applications will be processed on a first come, first served basis. Space is limited this year, so teens are encouraged to apply early, and remember not to miss the deadline, Saturday, February 16.
【小题1】Working for the Teens of Distinction Program, teenagers will ___．①become a DC resident
②work 10-12 hours per week
③work for DCPL for at least 9 months
④have a wonderful personality
| A．③④ | B．②③ |
| C．①②③ | D．①③④ |
| A．A teenager who applies early. |
| B．A teenager who is popular. |
| C．A teenager who is smart. |
| D．A teenager who gets high grades in exams. |
| A．introduce the DC Public Library |
| B．describe the job of library workers |
| C．offer teenager part time jobs in the DC Public Library |
| D．teach how to apply for parttime jobs |
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