How long has it been since you had the feeling of being moved? Do you feel thankful when you taste the delicious dinner your mother prepares for you? On Teachers’ Day, do you say “Thank you, teachers” from the bottom of your heart, or just do it as others do?
You must know that in the West, there is Thanksgiving Day. People invented this holiday to be thankful for what they got, because no one could be happy or successful without the help of others.
As the only child in the family, it is natural for us to grow up feeling self-centered and take others’ kindness for granted (理所当然). “They are my parents. I am the apple in their eyes (心肝宝贝), so of course they should take good care of me.” a student said.
That’s why Shanghai Education Committee (委员会) added “learn to be thankful” to the new Regulations (规范) for Middle School Students. “Only when students learn to be thankful for others’ kindness can they show love to others and contribute (做贡献) to society,” said a person from Shanghai Education Committee.
Better late than never. Here are a few suggestions for you to learn to be thankful and express your thankfulness to others.
*Don’t contradict (顶嘴) your parents. Remember that they do everything for your good. Try to talk with them patiently and allow them to know what you are thinking about. Help your parents with housework. It shows your love and care.
*When you have questions with your subjects, feel free to ask teachers for help. Responsible teachers will find out what you don’t understand and come to you finally, so why not ask them first?
*Don’t be too competitive with your classmates and feel mad at someone when he/she steals the No.1 place from you. Be open-minded and help each other. Isn’t it better to be No.1 together?
*When someone gives you a hand, say “thank you”. Next time when he/she needs help, make sure you are the first one on his/her side.
【小题1】In the west, people invented Thanksgiving Day to ________.| A．be thankful | B．have a big dinner |
| C．get together | D．help others |
| A．Talk with your parents patiently. | B．Help your parents with housework. |
| C．Often contradict your parents. | D．Care about your parents. |
| A．参与性强的 | B．竞争性强的 |
| C．活动性强的 | D．挑战性强的 |
| A．become a No. 1 student | B．show love to others |
| C．contribute to society | D．take others’ kindness for granted |
| A．Listen to Your Parents | B．Learn to Be Thankful |
| C．How to Be a Good Child | D．Take Good Care of Yourself |
