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Have you ever noticed that studying outside feels refreshing? Research increasingly shows that green spaces in and around schools offer (variety) benefits to students — not only as places for play, but as important parts of (learn) and development.

One of most significant advantages is an improved cognitive (认知的) function. Schools with more natural surroundings (connect) with better academic performance. Natural spaces seem to inspire the imagination and (create) thinking. (simple) having a better view from a window can help students focus more effectively in the classroom.

Green spaces also promote physical and mental health. Give children green areas, they are more likely to take part in physical activities. This helps improve their physical health and their ability to cope with challenges. For students, especially those facing the pressures of exams, a walk in a park can be a great way (relax) and clear their minds.

In addition, these natural areas help build stronger, more inclusive school communities. They create opportunities for students from different backgrounds to interact and socialize, builds trust and friendships.

All in all, adding more green spaces to school designs (be) a smart investment — helping students become healthier, happier, and more effective learners.

I spent weeks4 writing and rewriting my speech, striving for perfection. However, the real5 began during practice sessions. My hands would shake, and my voice would tremble. Many times, I felt like6. When I told Mrs Wilson about my struggles, she offered me this invaluable7: "Don't aim for perfection; aim for connection. Speak from your heart."

Her words became a turning point. I shifted my focus from avoiding8 to sincerely conveying my message. I practiced tirelessly. Slowly, the task felt a little9.

On the day of the10, my heart pounded hard. Upon hearing my name, I took a deep breath and walked onto the stage. Seeing the audience, I recalled Mrs Wilson's words and began to speak about the importance of11 our fears.

I didn't win first place that day, but I won something more12: confidence. The experience13 me that true growth lies beyond our comfort zones. I was no longer the same shy girl. I felt extremely14 of myself for having tried. That competition marked a small but significant step, opening a new chapter in my life. And I will always be15 to Mrs Wilson for her guidance and support.

Living sustainably means making choices that are better for our planet. Everything we buy has an influence on the environment — from what it's made of to the pollution created when it's made. Here are a few easy but helpful steps you can take to make a difference.

Think before you shop. Before buying something new, ask yourself if you really need it. If you do, try buying it second-hand instead of new. This not only saves resources but also cuts down on waste and saves you money.

Avoid single-use plastic. Plastic doesn't disappear. Every year, millions of tons end up in the ocean. This hurts many sea animals each year. You can start by bringing your own shopping bags, using a reusable water bottle, and choosing products with less plastic packaging.

Eat more sustainably. Producing meat has a big effect on the environment. Also, try not to waste food. In the United States, almost 40% of food is thrown away. You can prevent this by planning your meals and eating what you buy.

Getting involved can make a real difference. Ask leaders to make stronger rules to protect nature. Talk to friends and family about protecting our planet. Small actions, when millions of people do them, can change the world.

A. Use your voice.

B. Join environmental clubs.

C. It uses a lot of water and causes pollution.

D. Always try to recycle plastic when you can.

E. So, it's important to think about what we use.

F. Choosing items with less packaging also helps.

G. Every time you avoid plastic, you help the Earth.

A. The festival is most famously linked to the story of Qu Yuan. He was a loyal poet and official during the Warring States Period. However, the king believed false rumors about him and sent him away from the court.

B. The Dragon Boat Festival, called Duanwu Festival, is a traditional Chinese holiday with over 2,000 years of history. It is celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month.

C. To prevent fish from eating Qu Yuan's body, people threw rice into the river. This rice later evolved into zongzi, sticky rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves. Today, eating zongzi and racing dragon boats are the central traditions that help us remember the story and spirit of Qu Yuan.

D. Upon hearing the news, the local people were heartbroken. They rushed out in their boats to search for him, beating drums and splashing water to scare away evil spirits. This is said to be the origin of dragon boat racing.

E. When his home state was invaded and conquered, Qu Yuan felt such deep despair that he drowned himself in the Miluo River. This was his final act of loyalty to his country.

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The pilot project is underway at a 25-acre park in Lewes, a small town in East Sussex, England, about 50 miles south of London. The protected area includes wet woodlands, ponds, floodplains and so on. The park gets a lot of foot traffic from both humans and dogs, which has caused some areas to become degraded. Park managers learned about a creative rewilding project in Chile: After wildfires in 2017, three border dogs wearing seed-filled backpacks helped restore the landscape.

Inspired by this, the managers recruited (招募) ten pet dogs, outfitted them with special backpacks, and sent them to a wooded area that had lost most of its ground plants, including grasses and wildflowers. The backpacks were filled with seeds of 23 plants, including foxgloves and bluebells. Sand was mixed in to track the dogs' movements. Some trees were cut back to let in more sunlight.

Dogs, like wolves, were well-suited for spreading seeds as they explore areas humans don't usually go to. They mimicked the behavior of wolves, which once wandered long distances, spreading seeds with their fur to new places. The project leader, Dylan Walker, noted that rewilding often involved reintroducing large herbivores (食草动物), which was impractical in an urban reserve.

The dogs didn't seem to mind the backpacks. Some plants have already started growing, and park managers expect more flowers next spring. The project is also helping to change the viewpoint of dogs, as they are often considered as hateful animals by environmentalists. Walker suggests reimagining dogs and their owners as heroes for nature.