A.enjoyable B.reach C.develop D.care about E.confidence |
No one wants to give up，but what if you don't enjoy an activity or hobby as much as you used to？Finding the courage to let go can increase yourand make time for something else.
Nothing is fun all of the time.It is necessary for us to stick at something difficult toimportant skills like willpower.However，learning to let go of something is important too.Maybe your heart isn't in playing the piano any more，or you only play football because your friends do.Making the decision to walk away could free up time and energy to spend on something really.Letting go can be good for you.In fact，studies show that letting go of goals you can't，or don't really want，can help you lead a happier，healthier life.
A.feelings B.clearly C.suggests D.clear E.effort |
How can I tell when it's time to move on？Unless you have areason，such as an injury，it can be difficult to know when to walk away from a sport or hobby.This is even harder if you've spent a lot of time andon it.Eric Bean is an expert in sports science.His job is to help sportsmen and teams understand their.He says， "Quitting （giving up）is never really a black and white problemthinking carefully about why you no longer enjoy the activity any more.Is it because you've fallen out with a teammate or can't get on with a new art teacher？Discussing your worries with a trusted adult or friend can help you decide when to push through a difficult time and when to move on.
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Valentine's Day Card | |
Valentine's Day is time to show special people in your life that you care about them.One way |to mark the day is to give Valentine's Day cards.Homemade cards can be especially fun to share because you can make your friends and family feel extra loved.Here's how to get started. | |
Collect supplies （something available to be used. Instead of buying something new，start with what you already have at home.Look in your craft area for colorful paper，stickers，ribbons，and glitter.You can also use recycled supplies | Get elegant Once you have your basic card and message，it's time to layer on more shapes cut from paper.Use fun craft scissors （like waves or zigzags.to cut out hearts，stars，either on top of one another or in different spots.If you like，you could even tape a small candy or toy to the card. |
Start with a base | Add a note |
Choose a piece of thicker paper.You can pick |a classic Valentine's Day color，like pink or red， |or my shade you prefer.Fold it in half to make a card with a front and an inside.Or cut the |paper into a shape （like a heart.to make a flat |card with designs on the front and back. | After you have the shape of your card ready，write a message on it.You can write a longer note about why you appreciate the person you're giving the card to，including an inside joke，you could write "Our friendship is blooming" and then decorate your card with flowers. |
Fun facts about Valentine candy •The first heart﹣shaped candy boxes were produced for Valentine's Day in 1861 •Conversation hearts，another popular candy for the holiday，were originally produced in 1800s. •Although roses are popular gifts，69%of Americans would prefer chocolates. •In Japan，only women hand out chocolates or other gifts on Valentine's Day.A month later，On March 14 | |
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School is more than a place to learn，it is also an opportunity to make friends and explore new activities.As the school year progresses，there are many ways to45 the activities offered by the school.Here are some ways to get started.
Reaching out to school activities，clubs，and teams is a great way to meet new people and learn about the school's needs.If possible46 and share ideas for improvement.
Students can consider starting their own club if the school does not have one that47 their interests.Schools usually have a process for running new clubs，which can include finding a teacher advisor，completing paperwork with an adult's help
Identifying a need and taking action is a great way to48 for the school community.Students can think about what activities make them happy at school and consider ways to make them better.49 ，organizing a food sale to buy sports equipment or planning a group project to paint the hallway wall can help to improve the school environment.
Being kind and thankful to others is of great importance in creating a positive atmosphere at school.You should respect the rules set by teachers and express thanks when helped by others. An50 attitude can go a long way in creating a welcoming environment at school.
There are many things for students to do to make a difference and improve their school experience.Can you work out more ideas for better school life？
Everyone knows they feel much better after a good night's sleep，but now scientists have discovered it can help you to live longer too.According to a study in the US，healthy sleeping habits mean men can live almost five years longer the chance of heart disease.
However，a study shows it's not just about how long you sleep；theof your sleep is important too.Dr Frank Qian said sleep must be restful.The researchers said that good sleep for adults depended on five basic factors：
•getting seven to eight hours of sleep each night；
•having trouble falling asleep no more than twice a week；
•having trouble staying asleep no more than twice a week；
•not using m to get to sleep；
•waking up feeling rested at least five days a week.
Each factor was given one point with a total of five points.The researchers looked at the results of a survey of 172，321 people in the US that measured their health habits， i sleep，over five years.They found that people who had all five points were l to live longer and lead healthier lives than those who had sleep difficulties.
According to The Sleep Charity，a good night's sleep can improve people's memory.Dr Qian admits that no one's sleep is p everyone has a late or restless night sometimes.However，he said， "Even from a young age，making sure they are sleeping tight...it can greatly b their overall long﹣term health."The study was based on people reporting their own sleep habits rather than recording them scientifically，so this may have affected the results and more research is needed.
"You are doing a very important job，Vic， " his mother said. "Your father and I are very proud of you. "
Vic's face went red. "Yeah， " he said. "Thanks，Mom. "
Vic was never much good at talking，and he was particularly bad at talking about himself but he felt that today was one of the happiest days of his life.He could see how satisfied his parents were and he knew that he was responsible for their happiness.He，too
The North London was poor and dangerous.It had always been poor and dangerous.Every day of his childhood he had come home afraid.Every day he turned the comer of the street and looked for his house.Was it still there？Had there been a fire？Were his parents still alive？He'd always felt that it was his job to make sure that his parents were safe.He had first thought that when he was six years old and he still felt it today.And now，finally，they were going to be safe.They were going to live in the Police Village
Vic had worked and worked to become a policeman.It had not been easy.All the best schools were for people with money.He had to pay for education and his parents never had enough money to buy him a place at school.So he'd gotten a job as a classroom guard at a private school.Vic watched and listened and learned.
At the age of fourteen，he won a place at a government school.The best students at the school became police officers or soldiers.Vic was one of the best students in the school.And now he was going to be the best policeman in London. "____，because ____"said Vic to himself.
